Got the TLX A-Spec Test Fitted @ Eibach

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Old 09-08-2017, 04:08 PM
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Got the TLX A-Spec Test Fitted @ Eibach

Spent the day at Eibach to test fitment of springs on the A-Spec. I have to say one of the most impressive manufacturers I have ever visited. The quality and workmanship that goes into every product they make is amazing! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and I really enjoyed the trip.

The results of the springs are phenomenal. Its just what the car needed appearance wise to really give it that aggressive look. The car handles even better and just feels amazing! I cant recommend them enough. They were able to use a previous year TLX spring set but they did feel that some adjustment could be possibly made to the rear for the A-Spec as well as recommending the alignment kit they offer which needs further testing in a month or two which I already signed up to test. I will provide feedback once that is done. I may also install a spacer in the rear which they also offer and want to test so more info to come once that is done.

Here is a crappy pic of the before and of course the after photos. I will try and get some better shots of the tire gap itself, I just couldn't help snapping shots of the overall car. Enjoy!

Front of Eibach after install.


Quick before shot.


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Beautiful!!!

Also had great experience with Valencia Acura
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Beautiful!!!

Also had great experience with Valencia Acura
Been buying cars from them since I was 19. They are an amazing dealership!
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Been buying cars from them since I was 19. They are an amazing dealership!
same here
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Any update Scooter on the alignment kit and spacer testing?
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Any update Scooter on the alignment kit and spacer testing?
Sorry for the delay, things have been super crazy but I plan to go next week sometime. Ill post pics after its all installed!
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Any updates?
Sorry, I literally have been swamped and havent had time to get the alignment kit installed. I have done a few other mods but ill be sure to post updates when I get down there to get it installed.
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Sorry, I literally have been swamped and havent had time to get the alignment kit installed. I have done a few other mods but ill be sure to post updates when I get down there to get it installed.
How do you like the springs so far ? And is it really necessary the rear kit camber adj ?
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got the Pro Kit installed in my white 19 A-Spec 2.4 at Eibach. I'd post pics but they're the same as the OP's.

a few days in and really love them. the steering is less floaty, still extremely comfortable for daily driving, and far less body roll when twisting through the canyons.

because the wheel gap is reduced i now have to work on getting proper wheel spacers to push the A-Spec wheels out more. the fronts look fine but the rears can use 10-12mm spacers.
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Originally Posted by chums
got the Pro Kit installed in my white 19 A-Spec 2.4 at Eibach. I'd post pics but they're the same as the OP's.

a few days in and really love them. the steering is less floaty, still extremely comfortable for daily driving, and far less body roll when twisting through the canyons.

because the wheel gap is reduced i now have to work on getting proper wheel spacers to push the A-Spec wheels out more. the fronts look fine but the rears can use 10-12mm spacers.
Which specific part number did you get?
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Originally Posted by mondster
Which specific part number did you get?
the eibach website will tell you.
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Originally Posted by mondster
Which specific part number did you get?

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Do you mind sharing pics from the side? Thanks
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Do you mind sharing pics from the side? Thanks

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I just lowered my V6 TLX SH-AWD on the Eibach Springs (EIBACH 4089.140 PRO KIT) and let me tell you I'm 100% happy with my decision. I was looking for better handling without sacrificing ride quality and I didn't want to lower the car too much. The springs drop the front and rear about 1.3" each side. The wheel gap after installation is about 1 finger width at most. I love the look and the handling is much better now. Ride quality is just like stock I'd say as Eibach traditionally designs these springs to work on stock struts and not sacrifice the ride. I did not need a camber kit for these springs after an alignment was done. I'm going back in 2 weeks or so to do a secondary alignment after the springs have settled. Here are some pics below. Before's and Afters.

Stock height on stock rims, passenger side

Stock height on stock rims, driver side.

Eibach Pro Kit, passenger side

Eibach Pro Kit, Driver side

Front wheel with Eibachs

Rear wheel with Eibachs

Stock wheel gap front end
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