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Old Oct 14, 2008 | 03:47 AM
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I run the Eibach Pro-kit (1.3 front/1.4 rear drop) with the stock struts?

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Old Oct 14, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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I ran my stock struts/shocks for a few months with my FRPP springs and I could start to tell a difference after a month, especially the front.

It seemed to me like the car had too much bounce to it with the stock struts/shocks. After upgrading to the Tokico d-specs it was a huge difference.
Old Oct 14, 2008 | 08:07 AM
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Ya sorry, can't help you there that much as I did springs (pro-kit) and shocks (d-specs) at the same time. The ride and handling improved immensely from my previous set up, that being roush rear springs on stock shocks. Those cornered a bit better but the ride was bouncy as hell. I think the pro-kit and d-specs are a perfect match, especially for daily driving. I thought i would have to change my driving habits and routes but i have not encountered any place I cannot go. I know this wasnt the response you were looking for exactly but you will be very pleaeed with the pro-kit.

On a side note, not to hijack, can someone tell me how to put a picture in the post cuzz I tried various ways and it did not work and the section to see how to do it is blocked or something, Id love to post some pics and a review of the above parts.
Old Oct 14, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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I ran my stock shock/strut set-up for about 2 months and finally gave in to some Tokico HPs...It was too damn bouncy for my liking...Depends how much you can take LOL Replacing them is your best bet.
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Meh, I can handle some bounce but I'm worried about the struts wearing down really fast. Like, how many miles you think they can survive?
Old Oct 14, 2008 | 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by drfister
On a side note, not to hijack, can someone tell me how to put a picture in the post cuzz I tried various ways and it did not work and the section to see how to do it is blocked or something, Id love to post some pics and a review of the above parts.
Go to photobucket.com or another picture hosting site. sign up for free account. upload your pictures(follow easy instructions). select pics you want and click "Generate HTML and IMG code" at the bottom of the page. copy "html for message boards/forums" then paste on a reply on here.

there you go
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Originally Posted by Avalanch3
Meh, I can handle some bounce but I'm worried about the struts wearing down really fast. Like, how many miles you think they can survive?
They wont last very long since the stock struts weren't made for a lowered ride...
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