Thursday, February 11, 2010 - 01:53 pm, by: Steve Oleksak(Soarin_high)
I don't think they'd be the same as stock, but it would depend on the springs.
I'm probably getting Kings low springs (not superlow) - Kings told me that the spring rate is 20% stiffer than stock so I'd guess that it's going to be close to stock. At least, closer than riding on the bumpstops like my car is now
Friday, February 12, 2010 - 09:58 am, by: Brian Rignall(Cashmere)
It follows very simple principles: the shorter the spring the smaller the length of travel available. Followed by firmer ride as a consequence of stiffer spring rates being required, or else the car would bottom out.
The same applies when moving to bigger wheels and lower profile tyres. Less air and less cushion, coupled with stiffer sidewalls. Many articles and road test show that in most cases when starting from a standard 16" rim, once one goes beyond 18" rim size the ride and handling actually deteriorate - yeah but they wheels look good filling up the arches don't they.
Fashion doesn't always provide an improvement for the vehicle performance and handling.
Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 07:43 pm, by: Shan Guansena(Shan01987)
hay nathan, how did u go with the springs? is the ride quality? i was going to get it done but the the guy was like the ride comfort will b going to •••••
Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 08:19 pm, by: Steve Oleksak(Soarin_high)
I've got the Kings low springs in my car now. It isn't as soft as stock, however it is still comfortable enough to daily drive. It soaks up the jarring bumps that are common with very low/stiff suspension setups. There is also a lot less bodyroll than with stock suspension.
For looks, the King springs lower the front more than the rear compared to stock suspension. Looks much better.
And as far as defects go - I had to get the police to check my car before they would undefect me. With my aftermarket exhaust pulled up closer to the body I had plenty of clearance all around - well over the 100mm required.
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