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Old 01-20-10, 11:41 PM
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well i was wondering if you guys could help me decide which is more important, subs or eibach pro kit springs. i want both but can only afford one at the moment. If you can give any input its appreciated thanks
Old 01-21-10, 02:38 AM
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springs. worry about stereo later
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that's funny. i'd say subs and worry about springs later. worry more about what you'd enjoy on the inside rather than the outside
Old 01-21-10, 03:23 AM
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Springs get my vote.
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^^ +1 Springs
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subs then springs. you spend more time in the inside enjoying the stereo.
Old 01-21-10, 07:34 AM
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subs, springs are useless
Old 01-21-10, 09:34 AM
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Springs get my vote bec I'm over the loud music phase in me life... the stock system does good for me.
Old 01-21-10, 09:36 AM
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Keep in mind, springs/suspension will be felt every time you drive the car, too. Should you enjoy the feel, its just as rewarding...you may also enjoy looking at it.
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If you want more rattles, get the subs.

If you want more rattles, get the springs.

Old 01-21-10, 10:16 AM
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^ Lol, best advice so far
Old 01-21-10, 10:38 AM
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Get springs!
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Springs but even though coils is not an option. I would just save up and get coils because they offer a much firmer ride and offers you height preferences. You can get a used set for 600 and it'll last you for at least 4+ years. Springs 200+installation 200, I rather spend another 200-400 for coils and install it myself, it's really not as hard as it looks like to install coils.
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I wish i got coils. I have Fsport springs. Good product but i wish i could get my ride lower. As far as Subs. MMMMMMMMM. i love those 2, but i would def. get springs first. your car has a killer system in it, but stock springs el sucko!
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i tell you why you should get subs now, because once you are lowered, you wanna get more lowered after, so you will probbly go for coilovers later so you wasted money on springs.


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