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Old 02-20-2014, 06:50 PM   #1
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Pfadt Lowering Springs 2010 SS

I'm considering springs for my 2010 1SS. I have the money for the springs RIGHT now and maybe front and rear sway bars as well. The car is my daily and I just want a lowered look that's still functional. I don't mind being pretty low. I just don't want a lot of negative camber and uneven tire wear, and I don't want a terrible ride quality either.

So I guess my question is: Should I purchase Pfadt Springs and Front/Rear sway bars now... or wait a while longer and get coilovers?

http://store.pfadtracing.com/camaro-...ngs-2010-2014/

And if I DO get the springs, will they need a camber kit?

Thanks in advance.
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Old 02-20-2014, 06:56 PM   #2
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My ride overall with my springs is still good. i do feel bigger bumps a little more. mine is daily as well. i didnt need a camber kit with mine.
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Old 02-20-2014, 07:16 PM   #3
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My ride overall with my springs is still good. i do feel bigger bumps a little more. mine is daily as well. i didnt need a camber kit with mine.
Completely unrelated.. But how loud is yours with that cam and headers along with aftermarket exhaust? You still daily it???
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I'm considering springs for my 2010 1SS. I have the money for the springs RIGHT now and maybe front and rear sway bars as well. The car is my daily and I just want a lowered look that's still functional. I don't mind being pretty low. I just don't want a lot of negative camber and uneven tire wear, and I don't want a terrible ride quality either.

So I guess my question is: Should I purchase Pfadt Springs and Front/Rear sway bars now... or wait a while longer and get coilovers?

http://store.pfadtracing.com/camaro-...ngs-2010-2014/

And if I DO get the springs, will they need a camber kit?

Thanks in advance.
If you are thinking about going with coilovers, just put that money aside, because the difference going from springs to coils is a generous jump in performance. Plus, they will give you the ability to "tune" the ride height as well.
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Old 02-20-2014, 07:27 PM   #5
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Completely unrelated.. But how loud is yours with that cam and headers along with aftermarket exhaust? You still daily it???
its tame enough to hold a conversation and listen to radio or bluetooth for the phone. its very intoxicating when you get on it. i still daily mine for now. had this setup on for 60,000 miles.
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Old 02-20-2014, 08:01 PM   #6
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If you are thinking about going with coilovers, just put that money aside, because the difference going from springs to coils is a generous jump in performance. Plus, they will give you the ability to "tune" the ride height as well.
That was my main argument for the coilovers. I can put it on the ground to head to meets around here... but then put it back to a functional height for daily driving.

However, I don't know if THAT kind of money will come in any time soon. I work part time and take 6 courses at a university. I just don't know if that justifies spending the money for springs NOW... and getting coilovers in 6 months to a year or so... or to just save the money for the coilovers...
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Old 02-20-2014, 08:01 PM   #7
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its tame enough to hold a conversation and listen to radio or bluetooth for the phone. its very intoxicating when you get on it. i still daily mine for now. had this setup on for 60,000 miles.
Have any trouble with the law from it?
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Have any trouble with the law from it?
From the sound, nope. From my occasional heavy foot, no comment.
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From the sound, nope. From my occasional heavy foot, no comment.
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