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What springs for better handling but no lowering? #1528047
03/03/2015 01:47
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I need some badly, but I can't have anything lower as there are a million speed humps I need to traverse (and my tow hook is already dangling). But naturally looking for something that will improve handling if possible.

Any suggestions?


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Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528055
03/03/2015 09:54
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Keep standard springs and fit slightly uprated shocks (or even brand new standard shocks - they'll be MUCH better than the originals)

Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528211
04/03/2015 15:55
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Are you talking different standard shocks as in Fiat have redesigned them or have a newer version that fit?


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Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528224
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Originally Posted by Welformed
Are you talking different standard shocks as in Fiat have redesigned them or have a newer version that fit?

Just brand new shocks from Fiat.


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Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528227
04/03/2015 18:07
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Bilstein B6 dampers
Uprated ARB
New standard springs
Decent tyres
Strut brace (assuming you have one anyway


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Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528327
05/03/2015 10:25
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As I want to do the same thing as the OP, I was researching for better springs and shock absorbers with no lowering and found these: Shocks rear and springs front and rear.

For the front shocks will these fit?

I'm guessing not, in this case, would a standard Monroe shock be ok? or is there some other brand that would last longer or be better?

Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528334
05/03/2015 10:36
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I used excel coils and shocks and had no problem with them at all [ does what it says on the can smile ]...best check with them by email giving reg number/model etc or by calling them on Phone:01242 239933.

Re: What springs for better handling but no lowering? [Re: Welformed] #1528336
05/03/2015 10:40
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or these guys, bit more expensive but reliable.

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