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JProberts · 11-10-2010, 08:21 PM

For everyone here that have the Pedders lowering springs what are your overall impressions, good and bad?

What drop did you go with and what noticeable difference do you feel in the cars ride and handling with the lowering springs?

Thanks

formare · 11-10-2010, 09:35 PM

I have them. Lowered about an inch. Makes a big effect on the looks. Rides a bit harsher but not too noticeable after a month or two it is softness up.

VR Baron · 11-10-2010, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by formare

I have them. Lowered about an inch. Makes a big effect on the looks. Rides a bit harsher but not too noticeable after a month or two it is softness up.

Formare, I have a v6 also and am on the fence on the springs,will go Hotchkis if I do. My question, and this may help the OP, except he has an ss, is how are they reacting with the v6 shocks as I'm not sure if they are the same as the ss shocks as far as the control they will have over the stiffer lower springs? I have been on a lowered 98 for 11 years and with konis adjusted on soft ride is like stock untill you hit a bump or bad road then the reaction is firm and abrupt, how does the 2010 react to the bad roads we have?

And how do springs soften up? Never had that happen before.

DMSDesign · 11-11-2010, 02:40 AM

I do not think they soften up. I would bet you become accustom to the sportier ride

mike
dms

JProberts · 11-11-2010, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by formare

I have them. Lowered about an inch. Makes a big effect on the looks. Rides a bit harsher but not too noticeable after a month or two it is softness up.

Thanks for the information. You mentioned ride feels a bit harsher but did the handling of the car change at all? Does it feel more planted to the road since it is lower now?

Thanks formare

YOOG · 11-11-2010, 11:43 AM

The difference in handling is amazing. The ride only seems harsh if you hit a really bad bump or pothole. Highly recommended!

axis · 11-11-2010, 10:22 PM

I've been on them for about 2mo now. Loved them since the day they went on. The ride is definitely stiffer but like someone else mentioned, it's only when you're on very rough roads. Driving on the intersate is smooth as a babies bottom. IMO the OEM setup was very soft and had little feel for the road. Now the car is better planted yet still rides very well. I've since added the front and rear sways for an AMAZING feel when cornering. The car feels like it knows what it's suppose to do and does it. I look down the hood line and it doesn't change in the corners. Stays flat as a pancake. I didn't measure the drop but it's right where I like it. I let a local C5 member (Captain Mcfunk) ride and drive mine and he ordered his Pfadts that week. I highly recommend the springs and sways combo.

GJG · 11-11-2010, 10:36 PM

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JDP Motorsports · 11-11-2010, 10:55 PM

I've installed most of the springs out there including the Pedders springs. They dropped the cars we've done about 1" and the ride is firm but not harsh. Most of the tier 1 companies have the rate dialed into the factory damping, no Honda on drop springs effect!

Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions. Have a good one and good luck!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

JProberts · 11-12-2010, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axis

I've been on them for about 2mo now. Loved them since the day they went on. The ride is definitely stiffer but like someone else mentioned, it's only when you're on very rough roads. Driving on the intersate is smooth as a babies bottom. IMO the OEM setup was very soft and had little feel for the road. Now the car is better planted yet still rides very well. I've since added the front and rear sways for an AMAZING feel when cornering. The car feels like it knows what it's suppose to do and does it. I look down the hood line and it doesn't change in the corners. Stays flat as a pancake. I didn't measure the drop but it's right where I like it. I let a local C5 member (Captain Mcfunk) ride and drive mine and he ordered his Pfadts that week. I highly recommend the springs and sways combo.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GJG

love mine.....i believe the ride actually improved.....put on the sway bars as well......handles incredible!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JDP Motorsports

I've installed most of the springs out there including the Pedders springs. They dropped the cars we've done about 1" and the ride is firm but not harsh. Most of the tier 1 companies have the rate dialed into the factory damping, no Honda on drop springs effect!

Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions. Have a good one and good luck!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

Thanks for the informative feedback guys, this was exactly the type on information I wanted and hoped to hear.

The feedback and input I get from everyone on this forum is great! Don't know what I would do without C5 member feedback.

Thanks

flht99b · 11-12-2010, 08:47 AM

Look at BMR and MTI products.
Ed M.

JProberts · 11-12-2010, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flht99b

Look at BMR and MTI products.
Ed M.

Too late but thanks Ed M.

JDP Motorsports · 11-12-2010, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axis

I've been on them for about 2mo now. Loved them since the day they went on. The ride is definitely stiffer but like someone else mentioned, it's only when you're on very rough roads. Driving on the intersate is smooth as a babies bottom. IMO the OEM setup was very soft and had little feel for the road. Now the car is better planted yet still rides very well. I've since added the front and rear sways for an AMAZING feel when cornering. The car feels like it knows what it's suppose to do and does it. I look down the hood line and it doesn't change in the corners. Stays flat as a pancake. I didn't measure the drop but it's right where I like it. I let a local C5 member (Captain Mcfunk) ride and drive mine and he ordered his Pfadts that week. I highly recommend the springs and sways combo.

I believe the OP was looking for feedback on the Pedders springs but yes, the Pfadt product is top notch!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JProberts

Thanks for the informative feedback guys, this was exactly the type on information I wanted and hoped to hear.

The feedback and input I get from everyone on this forum is great! Don't know what I would do without C5 member feedback.

Thanks

No worries! Please feel free to call, email or PM us anytime with questions. Have a good one and you'll enjoy the new stance and ride!!!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

axis · 11-12-2010, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JDP Motorsports

I believe the OP was looking for feedback on the Pedders springs but yes, the Pfadt product is top notch!

Sorry, my bad. For some reason I thought it said Pfadt. Guess I need those glasses sooner than later.

11-10-2010, 08:21 PM	#1
JProberts Drives: 2SS RJT RS/Sunroof Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 869	Impressions of Pedders lowering springs? For everyone here that have the Pedders lowering springs what are your overall impressions, good and bad? What drop did you go with and what noticeable difference do you feel in the cars ride and handling with the lowering springs? Thanks

11-10-2010, 09:35 PM	#2
formare The Milano Drives: 2017 Firefly ShipWorks Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Chicagoland (Crown Point, IN) Posts: 1,877 View My Garage	I have them. Lowered about an inch. Makes a big effect on the looks. Rides a bit harsher but not too noticeable after a month or two it is softness up. __________________ My first Love. She was called "Miss Carriage" (still cry when I think about her) 383, Muncie 4 speed, custom linkage mated to hurst short throw shifter.

11-11-2010, 11:43 AM	#6
YOOG Drives: 2013 1SS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tampa Posts: 97	The difference in handling is amazing. The ride only seems harsh if you hit a really bad bump or pothole. Highly recommended! __________________ Dual Mode Exhaust \| 6 Speed Manual \| CAI Intake\| BMR 1" Springs\| Factory Reproductions 9" wheels

11-11-2010, 10:22 PM	#7
axis Search Ninja Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Ark Posts: 7,183	I've been on them for about 2mo now. Loved them since the day they went on. The ride is definitely stiffer but like someone else mentioned, it's only when you're on very rough roads. Driving on the intersate is smooth as a babies bottom. IMO the OEM setup was very soft and had little feel for the road. Now the car is better planted yet still rides very well. I've since added the front and rear sways for an AMAZING feel when cornering. The car feels like it knows what it's suppose to do and does it. I look down the hood line and it doesn't change in the corners. Stays flat as a pancake. I didn't measure the drop but it's right where I like it. I let a local C5 member (Captain Mcfunk) ride and drive mine and he ordered his Pfadts that week. I highly recommend the springs and sways combo. __________________ 2010 Black 2SS/RS A6 Halltech CF 102 fed GPI modded intake manifold Bo (knows) White ported TB Kooks LT's/ Dynomax VT Pfadted (springs/sways) Dyno tuned by Rhino and GPI I once parallel parked a train.

11-11-2010, 10:36 PM	#8
GJG Drives: 2SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Beaumont, Tx Posts: 871 View My Garage	. __________________ Sleep well America.....my MARINE has your back...... Last edited by GJG; 11-13-2010 at 12:15 AM.

11-11-2010, 02:40 AM	#4
DMSDesign Suspension Specialist Drives: 2011 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 65	I do not think they soften up. I would bet you become accustom to the sportier ride mike dms

11-11-2010, 10:55 PM	#9
JDP Motorsports Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/ 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 3,256	I've installed most of the springs out there including the Pedders springs. They dropped the cars we've done about 1" and the ride is firm but not harsh. Most of the tier 1 companies have the rate dialed into the factory damping, no Honda on drop springs effect! Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions. Have a good one and good luck! Kind regards, Jordan Priestley 888.308.6007

11-12-2010, 08:47 AM	#11
flht99b Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: May 2009 Location: Knoxville Posts: 1,574 View My Garage	Look at BMR and MTI products. Ed M. __________________ RJT 2SS/RS, AAM 3.70's, MTI Sway Bars, Shifter & SS brake lines, ZLI calipers, rotors & pads, BMR Trailing & Toe Arms, rear cradle & diff bushes, Pedders XA's, Camber/Toe eccentrics, Radius arm inserts, GTO clutch reservoir, LS9 cam, Comp valve springs, Melling 10296 oil pump, CR5 timing chain, LS6 damper, CAI Cold Air Intake, ARH LT headers w/HF cats, GMPP touring axle back, Elite Engineering Catch Can, Forgeline 20x9.5 & 20x11 DS3 whls, 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 tires, 2011 Convertible spoiler, 1LE front spoiler, Lloyd "SS" Floor Mats, GM Camaro Trunk Mat, wrapped console & Grant steering wheel.

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