View Full Version : What else do i need if i get lowering springs!
ST3ALTH
10-16-2009, 06:37 PM
Hey guys and gals, i'm going to be getting Eibach lowering springs and i was just wondering, do i have to get anything else to go along with like struts etc. Let me know. Thanks
Donutz
10-16-2009, 07:07 PM
Try searching and you will find lots of info. You might need a camber kit, depending on how low you go. Many people say you can lower your car on stock struts, but I always say get struts too. After your car settles get an alignment.
Learn to mount curbs and enjoy your new and improved handling.
Malcolm991
10-16-2009, 07:42 PM
Nothing else but an alignment a week after the install! I have the pro-kits and that is all I had to do!
ST3ALTH
10-16-2009, 07:56 PM
Yea thats what a lot of people say, just get the springs. But i might get a camber kit and keep the stock struts. How much would an after market set of struts run me?
cwp_sedan
10-16-2009, 08:06 PM
I would say anywhere between $400-800.
ST3ALTH
10-16-2009, 08:07 PM
For a set of struts! wow didn't expect it to be that much.
Default User
10-16-2009, 08:27 PM
You might want to change strut mounts and dust boots
There's a GB for a Rear Camber kit
get an alignment
ST3ALTH
10-16-2009, 08:51 PM
Yea i'm probably going to pick up the rear camber kit.
McGuyver_3
10-16-2009, 09:44 PM
Camber kit is a MUST if you go any lower then prokit. I kinda learned the hard way lol
Flagrum_3
10-16-2009, 10:11 PM
You might want to change strut mounts and dust boots
There's a GB for a Rear Camber kit
get an alignment
Where's this Group buy going on? Can't seem to find it lol....link please!
thanks,
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McGuyver_3
10-16-2009, 10:18 PM
Its not on our site its on M3F
link to GB on M3F (http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=149269.0)
Flagrum_3
10-16-2009, 10:26 PM
Its not on our site its on M3F
link to GB on M3F (http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=149269.0)
Thanks!
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McGuyver_3
10-16-2009, 10:39 PM
No problem and for some info the previous gen camber links fit the 2010s aswell
Default User
10-17-2009, 12:26 AM
Its not on our site its on M3F
link to GB on M3F (http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=149269.0)
Garage 16 had a GB but I think it fell through (miscommunication between G16 and their suplier)
Are you lowering before or after winter? I'm so torn on whether to hold off till spring or get them on soon..it's not going to be easy once I get the prokits delivered.
mazdaskit
10-21-2009, 03:33 PM
Im going to wait till spring to get mine done... just bc its my first winter with the car lol but i'd be temped to if I had them on me lol
ST3ALTH
10-21-2009, 05:40 PM
Camber kit is a MUST if you go any lower then prokit. I kinda learned the hard way lol
So what your saying is that if i get the Eibach prokit, i dont need to get a camber kit?
cwp_sedan
10-21-2009, 06:06 PM
So what your saying is that if i get the Eibach prokit, i dont need to get a camber kit?
Depends, some people are ok and don't have any wear issues, yet some people need them because they do have wear issues. It's really hit or miss.
Nextmod
10-21-2009, 08:00 PM
If you are interested in the Camber kits
I have 5 sets coming in at a special price =)
ST3ALTH
10-21-2009, 08:09 PM
Whats the special price Peter, lol making me spend more money!
gibbons3
10-21-2009, 10:24 PM
Depends, some people are ok and don't have any wear issues, yet some people need them because they do have wear issues. It's really hit or miss.
is it more common on a certain model or year or anything? or is it more random?
cwp_sedan
10-21-2009, 10:34 PM
is it more common on a certain model or year or anything? or is it more random?
Unfortunately it's pretty random that I know of.
Axelarate
10-22-2009, 12:58 PM
If you get lucky you might not need to get a camber kit. I always have passengers in my car and a trunk full most of the time and I thought for sure Id need one but when I got an alignment, Pat at Altech said it was just a little off but still ok and that he made it "better". So I'm happy that I dont need one :). I say get it done wait a couple of weeks at least before getting an alignment. I waited 3 1/2 months before I got an alignment done and no uneven wear on the tires. Lucky me.
gibbons3
10-22-2009, 01:49 PM
well im not putting the springs in until after winter but ive got my fingers crossed lol
ST3ALTH
10-22-2009, 01:50 PM
Yea thats probably what ill do, thanks Jerson. I think ill just try it out in the spring and see what happens! i have the 18" mazdaspeed 3 rims so i hope it wont be different than running a set of 17"s.
Mazda3X2
10-22-2009, 02:40 PM
Camber kit is a MUST if you go any lower then prokit. I kinda learned the hard way lol
+1 to this.
I was told I wouldn't need rear camber links with the Eibachs. After a summer of driving I saw that I should in fact get them. Wheels are much straighter up and down now.
kalelanalang
10-22-2009, 03:33 PM
why are ppl waiting till spring to install their prokits?
gibbons3
10-22-2009, 09:31 PM
why are ppl waiting till spring to install their prokits?
i just got my car a couple months ago and this will be my first winter so i just want to see how it goes
why are ppl waiting till spring to install their prokits?
I'm a little hesitant because I won't be using snow tires..and I don't want to be a snow plough. I am very tempted to put them in soon though
fatsock
10-22-2009, 10:31 PM
You will need to stop being friends with anyone who lives on streets with speed bumps! :chuckle
blankets3
10-23-2009, 10:27 AM
Front Bumper after winter? :D
ST3ALTH
10-23-2009, 05:03 PM
Does anyone have a pic of their car lowered on the Prokits? , preferably a hatch back?
Dave_The_BMXER
10-23-2009, 05:17 PM
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm261/hindi9640/carphotoshoot1008.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/cromus/P1010842.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t32/sagexp/IMG_1248.jpg
MOAR: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=132656.60
thanu31
10-23-2009, 05:18 PM
Dumpinfos
love the stance
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3308/3493283047_3ea482b599_b.jpg
ST3ALTH
10-23-2009, 08:03 PM
nice, all those look great!
fatsock
10-23-2009, 09:21 PM
No seriously, there is nothing funnier for the outside observer when someone's car gets stuck on a speed bump.
Dave_The_BMXER
10-24-2009, 09:43 AM
No seriously, there is nothing funnier for the outside observer when someone's car gets stuck on a speed bump.
http://www.stanceiseverything.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/bumps.jpg
Thrizzl3
10-24-2009, 10:33 AM
http://www.stanceiseverything.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/bumps.jpg
i need one of those stickers :blush
Malcolm991
10-24-2009, 01:39 PM
Lowered with prokits!
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u273/spiffman99/Mazda3027.jpg
ST3ALTH
10-24-2009, 01:44 PM
Yea i love the Prokits hight, it looks perfect IMO. Thats what i will be getting and i will probably pick up a camber kit for it as well. Thanks for everyones input.
kalelanalang
10-25-2009, 08:18 AM
from what i've read. most ppl dont need camber kits with the prokit + stock everything else. u'll find out after u get ur allignment if u need them or not.
gibbons3
10-29-2009, 09:42 PM
are people getting exact stock specs while on prokit without the camber kit? or just really close?
bbell1984
11-01-2009, 10:21 PM
Lowered with prokits!
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u273/spiffman99/Mazda3027.jpg
Just on a side note, love that combo of the MS6 rims coated black on the gray. sick. second fav rims.
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