Lowering springs, which ones??? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

ZOSICK · 03-06-2014, 12:53 PM

Like the topic says. I'll be honest, it's been years since I've owned a car with springs and I'm looking to lower the stance. What springs should I get and which springs should I stay away from. I'd like to get a nice lower stance and sits even front/rear. What everyone is running? Please post pics if ya got them.

Thanks,
Tony
2014 RR ZL1

hognutz · 03-06-2014, 02:22 PM

well just FYI phadt and pedders just had issues and closed down so if you want either of them inventory on the ground might be all you can get.

BMR and eibach still have some I think.

BMR Sales · 03-06-2014, 02:26 PM

BMR offers 1.0" & 1.4" drop spring sets, just depends on how low you wanna go!!! And our springs have a lifetime warranty against sag issues. Plus this......

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344278

13ZL1BLove · 03-06-2014, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

BMR offers 1.0" & 1.4" drop spring sets, just depends on how low you wanna go!!! And our springs have a lifetime warranty against sag issues. Plus this......

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344278

I just ordered my BMR Kit of 1.4" and got them in 4 days. Can't wait to put them on the car, and with BMR's discount for Camaro5 guys you can't beat it.

Lethal Z · 03-06-2014, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 13ZL1BLove

I just ordered my BMR Kit of 1.4" and got them in 4 days. Can't wait to put them on the car, and with BMR's discount for Camaro5 guys you can't beat it.

Please post up pics when your done!! Im thinking of the same kit and would love to see the finished product along with your comments on driveability and handling.

13ZL1BLove · 03-06-2014, 08:20 PM

Will do. It'll be a few weeks though because of the stupid Chicago weather.

AbsolutHank · 03-06-2014, 08:25 PM

I used Hotchkis springs on my car. They are the 1" springs on the SS, which only brings the Z down 1/2" up front and 1/4" in the rear. They ride amazing.

Lethal Z · 03-07-2014, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 13ZL1BLove

Will do. It'll be a few weeks though because of the stupid Chicago weather.

You don't need to tell me..I'm your neighbor!

BTW, I just purchased a set of Eibach lowering springs.

I have been going back on forth on this, but finally decided I had Eibach lowering springs in my; Viper GTS, WS6 T/A, Impala SS and Sti and they have never let me down. Great stance and great ride.

Will report back too when installed.

ZOSICK · 03-07-2014, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Lethal Z

You don't need to tell me..I'm your neighbor!

BTW, I just purchased a set of Eibach lowering springs.

I have been going back on forth on this, but finally decided I had Eibach lowering springs in my; Viper GTS, WS6 T/A, Impala SS and Sti and they have never let me down. Great stance and great ride.

Will report back too when installed.

Can't wait to se some pics!!!

rvillalobos · 03-07-2014, 12:32 PM

For those who have lowering springs...How is the ride? I usually have my ride in Tour and when I put it in Sport, I can feel the difference right away. Is it as bouncy as Sport mode?

ZL1-V · 03-07-2014, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by rvillalobos

For those who have lowering springs...How is the ride? I usually have my ride in Tour and when I put it in Sport, I can feel the difference right away. Is it as bouncy as Sport mode?

It will still be there. I can feel the changes in the paving of the road, but that's exactly what I wanted and needed in order to feel the characteristics of the car's suspension when driven hard thru corners. I am the sole owner and driver of my car so there is no issue. I have lowered almost all of my vehicles. The only time I use tour is when my GF is in the car with me.

rvillalobos · 03-07-2014, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1-V

It will still be there. I can feel the changes in the paving of the road, but that's exactly what I wanted and needed in order to feel the characteristics of the car's suspension when driven hard thru corners. I am the sole owner and driver of my car so there is no issue. I have lowered almost all of my vehicles. The only time I use tour is when my GF is in the car with me.

If you don't mind me asking, which lowering springs do you have?

ZOSICK · 03-07-2014, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1-V

It will still be there. I can feel the changes in the paving of the road, but that's exactly what I wanted and needed in order to feel the characteristics of the car's suspension when driven hard thru corners. I am the sole owner and driver of my car so there is no issue. I have lowered almost all of my vehicles. The only time I use tour is when my GF is in the car with me.

Can you please post some pics?

Thanks,
Tony

13ZL1BLove · 03-07-2014, 03:54 PM

Did anyone have problems with the mag ride clip/wire? Or does it not play a role with changing springs?

03-06-2014, 12:53 PM	#1
ZOSICK Drives: 2014 RR CAMARO Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Sierra Vista, AZ Posts: 19	Lowering springs, which ones??? Like the topic says. I'll be honest, it's been years since I've owned a car with springs and I'm looking to lower the stance. What springs should I get and which springs should I stay away from. I'd like to get a nice lower stance and sits even front/rear. What everyone is running? Please post pics if ya got them. Thanks, Tony 2014 RR ZL1

03-06-2014, 02:22 PM	#2
hognutz Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: tangent or Posts: 2,985	well just FYI phadt and pedders just had issues and closed down so if you want either of them inventory on the ground might be all you can get. BMR and eibach still have some I think. __________________ 2016 2SS 2020 super duty on 37's

03-06-2014, 08:20 PM	#6
13ZL1BLove Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Peotone, IL Posts: 204 View My Garage	Will do. It'll be a few weeks though because of the stupid Chicago weather. __________________ 2013 Summit White ZL1

03-06-2014, 08:25 PM	#7
AbsolutHank Drives: 2016 Corvette Z06 M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Odenton, MD Posts: 874	I used Hotchkis springs on my car. They are the 1" springs on the SS, which only brings the Z down 1/2" up front and 1/4" in the rear. They ride amazing. __________________ 2013 Dodge Viper #44/150 Launch Edition IG:@absoluthank *20/21 BC Forged Wheels : BC Coilovers: TA Aero*

03-07-2014, 03:54 PM	#14
13ZL1BLove Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Peotone, IL Posts: 204 View My Garage	Did anyone have problems with the mag ride clip/wire? Or does it not play a role with changing springs? __________________ 2013 Summit White ZL1

03-06-2014, 02:26 PM	#3
BMR Sales Drives: Race Car Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Seffner, FL Posts: 6,226	BMR offers 1.0" & 1.4" drop spring sets, just depends on how low you wanna go!!! And our springs have a lifetime warranty against sag issues. Plus this...... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344278

03-07-2014, 12:32 PM	#10
rvillalobos Drives: IOM Camaro ZL1 - CAI Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 14	For those who have lowering springs...How is the ride? I usually have my ride in Tour and when I put it in Sport, I can feel the difference right away. Is it as bouncy as Sport mode?