just got eibach springs installed

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Old Nov 17, 2003 | 11:49 PM
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Thumbs up just got eibach springs installed

just got them on today.
i'll post pics as soon as i have them.

initial impressions....
typical eibach... leaves the front a little taller than the rear.
nice ride
somewhat improved handling.

car is begging for some 19's
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 01:23 AM
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What are the Part Numbers for the Springs?
Where did you get them installed?
I called Eibach today and they said no application for 04 TL yet. Maybe in 3-4 mo.
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 09:08 AM
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Does it leave the front taller because over time it will come down (springs yeilding slightly) due to heavier weight in front?

Please post pics!!!
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 11:49 AM
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had them installed at eibach.
they used my car as a guinea pig.
from what i understand, they are the same as the current gen v6 accord.

rkilian- i'm in aliso also if you want to see.

i'll try to get out of bed and post some pics today (sick.)
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 12:21 PM
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So they are definitely the same springs as the 03 - up V6 accords? If so I'm gonna be picking up some H&R springs after I get my TL on Thursday!

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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 03:23 PM
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don't quote me on that.
i don't see any reason why they would be any different... but i would wait until they have a part number for the application.
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 03:27 PM
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I would like to see how yours looks like, I've been debating over suspension upgrade or 18" wheels. I think both would end up being too harsh of a ride?

any thoughts?
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 03:38 PM
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i definitely would NOT call the ride harsh with the springs only.
there is an obvious difference... but i'm not unhappy in any way with the results.
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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 07:01 PM
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here are the pics....



and....

muahahahah!!!
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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 07:24 PM
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The car looks great but what the hell is that last pic?????

Alright put away the Paint Shop program!!!!
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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 08:12 PM
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Do you have any pics of your car at stock height to compare?

How is the ride on the eibach's?
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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 08:20 PM
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i'm very pleased with the ride.
i was a little cautious at first when they approached me about using my car... but now i'm very happy with the results.
the handling is *slightly* improved.
looks alot better.
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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 09:22 PM
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Did you get it installed at their factory in Corona, CA? It looks great. By the way, how much did it drop from the stock...an inch?
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 01:30 AM
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yah. i live in orange county so it wasn't a big deal to deal with them direct.
i guess it was about an inch. honestly... all i did was give them the car and tell them "no dents or scratches!!"
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 07:16 AM
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i've never looked into any of these mechanical things when "upgrading" the car...i am mainly into the exterior/interior design and stuff like that...so i wanted to ask u, do these SPRINGS make a big difference? is eibach the best company? what would happen if i installed them on my car...i have the body kit already so would my car be lowered a little? would it give me better handling? how about comfortability on the ride? what do these SPRINGS really do for the car? how much do they go for? if you could please answer my questions, that would be great...thanks...
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 07:54 AM
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How much was it.....if anything?
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 02:25 PM
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i believe retail is about 300.

jinen-
if you seriously don't know what springs do, try me on aol aim (supergreenage) and i'll do my best to explain.
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 03:15 PM
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Originally posted by supergreen
here are the pics....
Looks like a lot of positive camber on the fronts from that rear quarter view.

Mike
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 06:10 PM
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Looks OK. Makes the wheel wells look long, IMO.


That last picture is a train wreck!
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Old Dec 1, 2003 | 01:46 PM
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eibach now has a part number for the '04 TL
4044.140
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Old Dec 1, 2003 | 02:29 PM
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Thumbs up

Wow supergreen, your car looks great, especially in the anthracite color. I am picking the TL in apr-may, I was torn between the silver and the anthracite. Both are great colors, but it seems like everyone has silver. Oh, BTW, my 02 TL-S was silver. I think i'm leaning toward the anthracite.

Question, I am eventually going to get the body kit, and with the drop is there going to be considerable difficulty riding in NYC?
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Old Dec 1, 2003 | 02:30 PM
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How's the handeling and ride...please give us your honest opinion? Also, have you gotten new wheels yet?
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Old Dec 1, 2003 | 03:37 PM
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couldn't tell you about NYC being that i've never been there. the springs dropped the car just over an inch. the ride is extremely comfortable (just a tad bit more harsh than stock.) handling was improved slightly. i think bigger wheels with softer rubber would make a big improvement on that though.
overall i'm very happy with the results.
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