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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:01 PM
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hey i need your guys opinion... what do u think the best kind of lowering springs are for the xB?? and you know any places to get them for cheap?
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:06 PM
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I have Hotchkis and love them so far. They even come with replacement bump stops. The drop is not extensive so the wheels won't tuck too easily but will if necessary. The ride is also much better which is surprising. I have never installed after market springs that ride smoother than stocks. I got mine from Sparks Toyota. They are a great site and have great prices. By the way, check out the parts section, under the features tab along the top. You will find opinions on different springs for the xB there.
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:17 PM
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i want the lowest drop possiable
i got 17'' rims and low profile tires
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:22 PM
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I also have 17", I just didn't want to slam the box. Too many probs in the past with cars that are too low. The maintinence just seemed too much of a hassle. The Hotchkis go down about 1.5" inches after settling. Since you want lower you'll probably want to check Goldlines or Tenabe. More people tend to swear by the Goldlines. Good luck and don't forget to post pics when you get it done.
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thanks
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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tanabe df210's get the lowest
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 08:02 PM
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Gold-Line's = 2in drop but they are not in stock anywhere...I would say the Tanabedf210's...
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 08:04 PM
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P.S. I am also on 17x7's with the Gold-Lines...I love the way they ride...
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 11:28 PM
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Maybe swift springs?
Old Jun 25, 2006 | 11:34 PM
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I love my H&R race springs. 2" front and 1.8" in the rear. Also, it handles and rides better than anything out there.
Old Jun 26, 2006 | 03:21 AM
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check the sticky in S&H
Old Jun 26, 2006 | 07:32 AM
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This should be moved to theSuspension & Handling section. Yes, there is a Sticky in that section that lists all the important info. pertaining to springs.
Old Jun 26, 2006 | 10:37 PM
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Tanabe DF210 and you're done.
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+1 for DF210s
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