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Old 10-28-07, 12:34 PM
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Default ProKit Installed OEM Springs OUT! :)

Just installed my Pro Kit yeasterday with a buddy of mine. The whole installation process took about 5 hours. while taking breaks, talking and eating lunch. It was really easy to do, for anyone who is thinking about the install themsleves, simply just read up on the DIY, because it cant be any simpler than explained. PITA was the fender and the trunk lining.too many bolts and clips.
I suggest you ask a friend to lend a hand with the installation process, an extra pair of hands is always useful. Here are some pics of before and after. Pics are just quick shots with a regular digi, no professionalism or slr stuff. Just though I share.

-Rear bump stops were trimmed.
-Ride quality is alot better than stock IMO
- Less body roll and nicer handling, I could tell the difference right off the bat.
-Drop is conservative but to my liking which is perfect for me, the perfect drop. Nice job Eibach!!!
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car awaiting for install.
After


sorry about the kerns hahah just put it down when taking pics.
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Old 10-28-07, 01:13 PM
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nice. i think imma go prokit also when i change my rims =)
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Looking Good!! Great job! Seems like the drop in the front is similar to that of my sport suspension.
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thanks everyone. Im liking the new springs

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How's the ride compared to stock? I assume you had non-sports/X Package before...? The drop looks nice in the rear but too bad the front isn't like 1/3-1/2" lower...

This might be a weird question, but do you have any pics of where you placed the jack stands? I'm going to be lowering my g/f's soon and would prefer not to break/bend/damage anything... haha
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Originally Posted by 92 SC400
How's the ride compared to stock? I assume you had non-sports/X Package before...? The drop looks nice in the rear but too bad the front isn't like 1/3-1/2" lower...

This might be a weird question, but do you have any pics of where you placed the jack stands? I'm going to be lowering my g/f's soon and would prefer not to break/bend/damage anything... haha

ya i wish the front was a tad lower but its alright, im very happy with the results, ya i had basic suspension non sport. the ride is nice, more responsive than stock IMO. I noticed less body roll right away when taking quick turns, i like to corner my car.

I dont have pictures of where i placed the stands, but ill take some soon and draw arrows using paint and post up in this thread in a about a day or two. i placed it on the main frame
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Are you on the stock shocks?
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heres some pics of the frame, and where i placed the car stands. hope it helps






to your other question. YES Im on stock shocks, Will probally be upgrading to coils in the future when I get my wheels. so I can drop to my liking, but its just a thought, maybe the stance of these springs would be perfect with 20's.

Anyone have 20's with the prokit? specs pls for future reference.
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Lookin' great! Nice drop, now get some rims
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Looks good!
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thanks for the post, just got these, just waiting for install now
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Nice pics and explanation of underneath. Thanks for sharing; this will definitely help some of us here!
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Looks great! Do you know if the springs are interchangeable? I mean, the IS350 or the IS250 springs? (specs per Eibach's site)
8287.140 - IS350 - 1.0 in (front) 0.8 in (rear)
8288.140 - IS250 - 1.4 in (front) 1.0 in (rear)

I have a 250 and I was honestly thinking about going w/ the 350 springs, but your setup looks perfect.

-Kevin
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Originally Posted by MoFlava
Looks great! Do you know if the springs are interchangeable? I mean, the IS350 or the IS250 springs? (specs per Eibach's site)
8287.140 - IS350 - 1.0 in (front) 0.8 in (rear)
8288.140 - IS250 - 1.4 in (front) 1.0 in (rear)

I have a 250 and I was honestly thinking about going w/ the 350 springs, but your setup looks perfect.

-Kevin
I believe they are, I have read on many threads that is350 owners have used the is250 kit cause it has a better drop. But Im not 100% sure. Or at least the guy who sold me the springs said they will fit on the is350. I mean i dont see why not. cause the car is basically the same. The only difference i know of is the engine and the front brakes. The basic blueprint of the car is identical. If your considering is350 springs for your car start a thread see if anyone with is250 is using the is350 springs and vis versa.
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niceee extra points for having mt.


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