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Difference in Height standard springs and eibach #1520751
08/01/2015 12:51
08/01/2015 12:51
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Hi is anybody able to tell me the difference in Height when comparing standard springs and eibach springs both on Billie B6 shocks

I know it states 35mm but but in the real world is it as much as this?

Im uncertain if i can get away with lowering, so am unsure whether to stick to standard springs or eibach
Im already scraping my bumper in certain places drives etc 35mm lower could be disastrous
I have read Cosmonauts review so although I would prefer to be lower! I should be fairly happy on standard springs

Joe do the FCSS springs actually lower car by 30mm or a bit less as that maybe another option and can anybody shed any light on the 16vt spring option Surely the differing engine weight would make them totally unsuitable??

Any help appreciated
Cheers

Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520757
08/01/2015 13:43
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This is my LE on OE Shocks and Eibachs....

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IMO they should have all left the factory with that look.
The ride is firmer and less compliant but not too crashy unless your shocks are old/in poor health.

I'm sure someone will confirm but I don't think the Billies affect the height - just the amount of cushioning with the stiffened/shortened spring. I think the spring drop is around 25-30mm.

Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520842
08/01/2015 23:37
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Cheers Nello! Looking good there! Yeah they do look good lowered but that's the dilemma heart over head! Lol


Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520848
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Why not speak to Joe Countrycruising, he does a lowering spring which apparently rides better than the Eibach spring.

Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520852
09/01/2015 09:37
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Thought of those myself, only problem is that in my country idd need a certificate of the manufacturer of the springs claiming they are legal and stuff so not a option.

Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520885
09/01/2015 13:12
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I have a copy of the TÜV certificate for Eibachs, if that helps?


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Re: Difference in Height standard springs and eibach [Re: H_R] #1520903
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Or just powder coat them black, fit them and pretend they are standard (I'm in the process of doing this on my RS5 with some H&R springs).


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