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Old May 5, 2005 | 03:12 AM
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Default Big ___ sub box makes me wonder about springs.

I've got over 150 pounds or so in my trunk right now with my ported box and 2 12" IDMAX's.... since i've put them in (a while back) i realized quite quickly that my handling has gone to hell. I can't take turns at all fast... at all, because the back has a tendancy to want to swing down and mush on my springs. I'm wondering if i could invest in some aftermarket performance springs for my box that would

A) lower my box an inch an inch and a half or so. i dunno, i'm not picky. 1 to 2 inch drop is fine.

and B) would stiffin up my suspension so i could actually start driving some!


I'm interested in what people have to say. Honestly, i'm a car audio dude and dont' know anything about suspension and the like. All and any input is appreciated.

Thanks bros. (and sisters)
Old May 6, 2005 | 05:46 PM
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My car is lowered about 1.5 inches + my system weighed about 100-110LBS & i took corners pretty fast. The only thing is the my traction control would like to kick sooner than i wanted it to but thats its. SO springs would definately help you & there are plenty of different companies to choose from.
Old May 6, 2005 | 06:36 PM
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I think the Megan Racing lowering springs have a very high spring rate. If you're looking for something that would stay stiff, you might want to give them a try.
Old May 6, 2005 | 06:50 PM
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GoldLines will do the job too.
Old May 10, 2005 | 06:06 AM
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ive got tanabe df 210 with a 4 point frame brace and trd shocks(keep in mind just sharing what im goin thru) and about 120 pounds two 12s box and amp and plus the spare still in the back and am about to put the rear swaybar on because i like to slam in the turns and the back end doesnt like to follow and i feel the back end loosing essential but to some it all up i dont really have any problem with the two inch drop or any mushieness just need to strenghten the rear end a little
Old May 10, 2005 | 07:34 AM
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I don't think new springs will make much of a difference considering you have 150 lbs behind the rear axle.
Old May 10, 2005 | 10:43 PM
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Originally Posted by DarkBoxJr
I don't think new springs will make much of a difference considering you have 150 lbs behind the rear axle.
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Old May 10, 2005 | 11:06 PM
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what about tien springs can anyone say anythng about these are they any good?
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