Lowered on Eibachs - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Lethal Z · 03-18-2014, 03:10 PM

I was debating lowering the car for months. I love the look of a lowered car, but typically do not like the ride quality afterwards.

So I decided not to Slam this one, but rather a mild drop and I opted for Eibach lowering Springs. I have had Eibachs on several other vehicles and their quality and reputation are second to none.

It's hard to tell the 1/2" drop in the pics, but you can definately see the difference and I think the stance looks perfect. Had it aligned to factory specs and it drives like stock. Shop had a stock height Z there also and got a pic of the two next to each other also.

Before the drop, I got 3 fingers in the front wheel well, now only 2.

Before:

After:

916ZL1 · 03-18-2014, 06:49 PM

I have been thinking about lowering mine also, but I was looking at the Pedders kit, which unfortunately is not offered anymore.

ZL1-V · 03-18-2014, 06:54 PM

Very subtle, glad you are happy. I know you will enjoy it!

Kmax · 03-18-2014, 09:47 PM

I have the same kit and plan on installing it this spring. I too wanted a subtle drop. The roads here in MA just aren't flat enough for a 1" drop, at least for me anyway.
Looks good too.

Btrbimmer · 03-23-2014, 02:52 PM

Can anyone else with Eibach springs on a Camaro SS provide a review?

I'm thinking of installing these Eibach springs on me 1LE, but I do not want to sacrifice ride quality.

Thoughts? Reviews?

Thanks!

IMPERIALBLUE2SS · 03-23-2014, 07:31 PM

I have them on my 10 SS M6. I went with the springs, sways, and UMI toe rods, trailing arms w/ poly bushings. Ride is a little stiffer than stock but handles like its on rails. I did the 1" all around. I really like the stance and ride quality, but it's not my daily driver so performance was a priority over a smooth ride but I was impressed because it wasn't as harsh as I thought.

Drbormd · 03-23-2014, 08:12 PM

Will all of the springs work with the selective ride control? Can you still change modes?

Kmax · 03-24-2014, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Btrbimmer

Can anyone else with Eibach springs on a Camaro SS provide a review?

I'm thinking of installing these Eibach springs on me 1LE, but I do not want to sacrifice ride quality.

Thoughts? Reviews?

Thanks!

Did You read this review?
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=281205
That review is why I chose to go with the Eibachs.

03-18-2014, 03:10 PM	#1
Lethal Z American Gearhead!! Drives: ZL1 1LE/GT350/Ford RS/Gen 2 Raptor Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Merica Posts: 433	Lowered on Eibachs I was debating lowering the car for months. I love the look of a lowered car, but typically do not like the ride quality afterwards. So I decided not to Slam this one, but rather a mild drop and I opted for Eibach lowering Springs. I have had Eibachs on several other vehicles and their quality and reputation are second to none. It's hard to tell the 1/2" drop in the pics, but you can definately see the difference and I think the stance looks perfect. Had it aligned to factory specs and it drives like stock. Shop had a stock height Z there also and got a pic of the two next to each other also. Before the drop, I got 3 fingers in the front wheel well, now only 2. Before: After:

03-23-2014, 02:52 PM	#5
Btrbimmer Drives: 2SS 1LE Silver w/Recaro NPP Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Chester county, PA Posts: 139	Can anyone else with Eibach springs on a Camaro SS provide a review? I'm thinking of installing these Eibach springs on me 1LE, but I do not want to sacrifice ride quality. Thoughts? Reviews? Thanks! __________________ -BtrBimmer '14 2SS 1LE NPP Recaros

03-18-2014, 06:49 PM	#2
916ZL1 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: United States Posts: 58	I have been thinking about lowering mine also, but I was looking at the Pedders kit, which unfortunately is not offered anymore.

03-18-2014, 06:54 PM	#3
ZL1-V Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,155	Very subtle, glad you are happy. I know you will enjoy it!

03-18-2014, 09:47 PM	#4
Kmax Drives: 2012 ZL1 125HP kit , EIBACH springs Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Central MA Posts: 180	I have the same kit and plan on installing it this spring. I too wanted a subtle drop. The roads here in MA just aren't flat enough for a 1" drop, at least for me anyway. Looks good too.

03-23-2014, 07:31 PM	#6
IMPERIALBLUE2SS Drives: 2010 imperial blue LS3 M6 2SSRS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Virginia beach Virginia Posts: 210	I have them on my 10 SS M6. I went with the springs, sways, and UMI toe rods, trailing arms w/ poly bushings. Ride is a little stiffer than stock but handles like its on rails. I did the 1" all around. I really like the stance and ride quality, but it's not my daily driver so performance was a priority over a smooth ride but I was impressed because it wasn't as harsh as I thought.

03-23-2014, 08:12 PM	#7
Drbormd Drives: 13 F150 Eco 14 ZL1 650 RWHP Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lincoln California Posts: 132	Will all of the springs work with the selective ride control? Can you still change modes?