Before & After Eibach Pro-kit **pics**
05-16-2007, 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by JD TL-S
Copyryte, I am highly considering Volk GT-C in Silver. I think if I change my mind the SC 3000 in Hyper Black is a possible second choice. I will wait on wheels until I am 100% sure. I want to lower first. I love your car 
The WDP with those wheels and in my opinion a big enough drop. I was set on going with Tein Basic or SS but today I was talked out of it. I was told those are only needed if you are going to a race track. And the ride will get quite a bit harder, He said the Einbach Pro springs give the car a nice lowering and keeps the ride nice with a little better handling. DOES your car handle any better? My 07 TL-S handles quite a bit better then my 06 TL. So I was affraid to stiffen the 07 TL-S anymore with coilovers. I had an older Firebird with WS-6 suspension with huge stabilizer bars. I put Koni's heavy duty Gas adjust shocks on the car. It handled like a Ferrari but rode like a rock. If I took a corner and hit a bump, the rear would jump!!!
The WDP with those wheels and in my opinion a big enough drop. I was set on going with Tein Basic or SS but today I was talked out of it. I was told those are only needed if you are going to a race track. And the ride will get quite a bit harder, He said the Einbach Pro springs give the car a nice lowering and keeps the ride nice with a little better handling. DOES your car handle any better? My 07 TL-S handles quite a bit better then my 06 TL. So I was affraid to stiffen the 07 TL-S anymore with coilovers. I had an older Firebird with WS-6 suspension with huge stabilizer bars. I put Koni's heavy duty Gas adjust shocks on the car. It handled like a Ferrari but rode like a rock. If I took a corner and hit a bump, the rear would jump!!!The cornering and handling is better than stock. Mind you I don't have a TLS. The ride is still very close to stock!!! I am extremely please with these springs.
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I am now considering just the Eibach Pro springs again AFTER talking to Mark at RevSpec in NYC. Thats where I ordered my Work Varianza wheels. He had a lot of good things to say about the Eibach springs. Will lower car 1", give a nice ride and better handling. I can get the springs with install for $425. After I get me wheels in 6-8 weeks I will decide then if I do the springs. NO more listening to opinions on suspension for me. I think the TL-S shocks will go good with the Eibach Pro springs, and 1" was always what I really wanted. 1.3-1.5" is TOO much for where I live. And Tein Coilovers are overkill. IMO. PERIOD
05-17-2007, 05:48 AM
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Originally Posted by JD TL-S
I am now considering just the Eibach Pro springs again AFTER talking to Mark at RevSpec in NYC. Thats where I ordered my Work Varianza wheels. He had a lot of good things to say about the Eibach springs. Will lower car 1", give a nice ride and better handling. I can get the springs with install for $425. After I get me wheels in 6-8 weeks I will decide then if I do the springs. NO more listening to opinions on suspension for me. I think the TL-S shocks will go good with the Eibach Pro springs, and 1" was always what I really wanted. 1.3-1.5" is TOO much for where I live. And Tein Coilovers are overkill. IMO. PERIOD
05-17-2007, 07:10 AM
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Originally Posted by dragonlord
I'm pretty sure you will be happy. I'm supposed to get mine installed soon. I will give you the full report when she's done. Congrats on your decisions!
You have to take all opinions like a grain of salt. 
I have always been a numbers person, perfectionism is in my DNA (family) It sucks often to be so anal. Can't wait for my wheels. I am hoping they look great. 
05-17-2007, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by copyryte
JD TL-S,
The cornering and handling is better than stock. Mind you I don't have a TLS. The ride is still very close to stock!!! I am extremely please with these springs.
The cornering and handling is better than stock. Mind you I don't have a TLS. The ride is still very close to stock!!! I am extremely please with these springs.
Same here. After a week with the Eibach's installed, I have experienced a noticible improvement in handling and not much difference in ride. The car does seem a little "bouncy" over hard bumps, I don't know how else to describe it but it is really not that much different. I also just installed a set of Goodyear Eagle F1"s (235/40 Y18) and am in love with the tires as well.. a huge upgrade from the Yokohama's.
It's been rainy here in Chicago, so I haven't taken pictures yet
05-17-2007, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Tommygun
Same here. After a week with the Eibach's installed, I have experienced a noticible improvement in handling and not much difference in ride. The car does seem a little "bouncy" over hard bumps, I don't know how else to describe it but it is really not that much different. I also just installed a set of Goodyear Eagle F1"s (235/40 Y18) and am in love with the tires as well.. a huge upgrade from the Yokohama's.
It's been rainy here in Chicago, so I haven't taken pictures yet
It's been rainy here in Chicago, so I haven't taken pictures yet
So I will wait. But thanks much for your quality opinions The VOLK will match my silver 07 TL-S
05-17-2007, 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by JD TL-S
I am now considering just the Eibach Pro springs again AFTER talking to Mark at RevSpec in NYC. Thats where I ordered my Work Varianza wheels. He had a lot of good things to say about the Eibach springs. Will lower car 1", give a nice ride and better handling. I can get the springs with install for $425. After I get me wheels in 6-8 weeks I will decide then if I do the springs. NO more listening to opinions on suspension for me. I think the TL-S shocks will go good with the Eibach Pro springs, and 1" was always what I really wanted. 1.3-1.5" is TOO much for where I live. And Tein Coilovers are overkill. IMO. PERIOD
yea the eibachs are a good choice.
Hope you like it.
05-17-2007, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by dragonlord
Geez- we are supposed to have a FROST warning tonite! Just waiting for my springs to be installed and Rondy says the wheels should be in in about 1-2 weeks! 
Just waiting for my springs to be installed and Rondy says the wheels should be in in about 1-2 weeks! I love the polished lips on the other choices, but quality, weight, ride comfort was most important. And I think the new Volk RE 30 18X8" in bright satin silver +44 offset will make my ASM TL-S Smile at me 16.5# per wheel. And Pole Position RE 050A 245/40/18"
05-17-2007, 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by lights
This picture reminds me of my old ride....
hyperblack chrome baby!!
I used to live in Mississauga too.
hyperblack chrome baby!!
I used to live in Mississauga too.
05-18-2007, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by JD TL-S
I am now considering just the Eibach Pro springs again AFTER talking to Mark at RevSpec in NYC. Thats where I ordered my Work Varianza wheels. He had a lot of good things to say about the Eibach springs. Will lower car 1", give a nice ride and better handling. I can get the springs with install for $425. After I get me wheels in 6-8 weeks I will decide then if I do the springs. NO more listening to opinions on suspension for me. I think the TL-S shocks will go good with the Eibach Pro springs, and 1" was always what I really wanted. 1.3-1.5" is TOO much for where I live. And Tein Coilovers are overkill. IMO. PERIOD
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YAH Mark is one smart guy. I felt bad cancelling the Work Varianza 19" wheels, but they weighed 28#. When I first ordered Raffi said about 25# which was about the max weight I wanted. Wanted to stay the same weight as stock for tire/wheel combination. The 18" Volk RE 30 weighs 16.5#. 18" is the biggest dia on that wheel. I love the look of 19's, but very happy with 18's. Plus the 245/40/18 RE 050A Poles look meaty from the rear. I really need to lower. Eibach Pro springs eill be here in 2.5 days. I need to find a place around Chicago to have them put in. AND want a rear camber kit if they can do also. Don't want ANY ODD wear on new Rubber. ANY suggestions are VERY helpfull !!!
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Originally Posted by copyryte
I would personally prefer it a little lower as well however I drive approximately 150kms per day so tirewear is an issue that's why I chose the conservative drop.
It should drop just a little bit more once it settles.
I wish I could slap on the rims however I still haven't received them yet...the shop where I purchased them haven't received the tires yet so I'm gonna have to wait a bit.
I'll post pics up for sure once I slap them on.
It should drop just a little bit more once it settles.
I wish I could slap on the rims however I still haven't received them yet...the shop where I purchased them haven't received the tires yet so I'm gonna have to wait a bit.
I'll post pics up for sure once I slap them on.
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