Mayhem_99

I've decided to take the beast down a notch but not really sure what to go with. I was thinking on going sportline, I really like the way they look but I don't want to sacrifice too much in the driveability department. If some one knows of other brands other than eibach that can give me the same look and work better, that would be great. Thanks!

chupr0kabra

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I put Hotchkis springs on mine last weekend, and so far I am very happy. They aren't a drastic drop, and the drivability is almost the same as stock. It's not what I would call "rough", but I do feel bumps and such a little more. I made my decision based on lots of reading and the pics in this thread:

https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...light=hotchkis

Good luck!


-Mike

trackbird

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This is my car on H&R stage 2 springs. Warning: These are very stiff as lowering springs go. They don't ride bad, but you can't use stock shocks with them, the ride will be terrible. Revalved Bilstiens or Koni SA's are nearly required.

Mayhem_99

what about a progressive rate spring vs. a non progressive rate spring. is there much difference, if so, what?

chupr0kabra

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Progressive rate springs (like Hotchkis) are designed to offer a "close to stock" feel. They tend to be a little harder on shocks because shocks can be revalved to match the rate of constant rate springs, whereas variable rate springs are a little tougher. For me, comfort was more important, so I went with the Hotchkis springs.


-Mike

Mayhem_99

thanks for the advice guys! looking at the hawk from that link, hotchkis just might be the way to go. one more question though. do all springs tend to lower more after they have been broken in? Asking because I have read that it can happen, maybe not a lot but a little. This way when I DO get the right springs i dont want the ride lower than specified. while i'm at it, does anyone know if KYB AGX shoks are worth a crap?

trackbird

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Most spring will "settle" after installation. The H&R's didn't settle much because they are "Block Settled" at the factory and are reasonably consistant (and mine have been on there for 2 years, if they were going to settle, they'd have done it by now).

The KYB shocks are "fair". They are a "cheap" shock. I'd go with a revalved Bilstien or a Koni SA as a first choice if it's in the budget. I'm not saying they are terrible, just that there are much better options for a little more cash (how much are those?).

Have fun!

Mayhem_99

Well after lots of reading and thinking, i've decided to go with Hotchkis springs. I've read from many f-body owners that are very pleased with the ride and they make the car look great. I'll have to stick with the stock Decarbon shocks until I can afford a set of revalved Bilsteins. I think this will be a very nice setup considering i'm kinda on a budget. Thanks for all the help guys!

P.S. I will try to post some before and after pics when I get the springs installed.

chupr0kabra

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Good choice! If you plan to install them yourself, get some narrow spring compressors to get between those coils.


-Mike

MadIceV8

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Ya the Hotchkiss springs are quite good and I've heard nothing but good things about them. I personally wanted the slammed look and the car is still very drive-able for me, even with it being 3 inchs off the ground with the LT headers. Obviously I drive very safely over bumps and watch what I'm driving onto... maybe scrapped 5-6 times in the 2 years I've had it like this.