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Old 05-17-2002, 09:55 AM
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Default Suspension advice and questions, please...

I got a great deal on the MTM/Eibach springs, which I was going to run w/stock shocks. I've been advised otherwise... (BTW, what color are the MTM springs??).

I want the ability to adjust ride height (b/c I do NOT want slammed look), but since I've bought the springs already, forget coilovers...

I'm looking into Bilstein shocks w/adjustable perches. Anyone have these?? If so, how costly are they and best place to pick 'em up??

Essentially, MTM springs with stock shocks OR MTM springs with Bilstein's with adjustable perches?? Thanks much in advance.
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Default I thought the MTM springs were mated to Konis? I have the Intrax/Koni setup

and it not even close to being slammed. Perfect height. No regrets on the Konis. Just my 2 pennies. I'm at 25 1/2 at each corner I believe. I'd talk to MTM.
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MTM's are orange
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Default my MTM springs are orange

and i've been pretty happy with my setup thus far - MTM springs on oe shocks. no idea how MTM springs will perform with Bilstein dampers, but since you got a good deal on the springs, consider splurging on MTM valved Knoi dampers. maybe Hoppen will hook us up if we order together... doubtful...
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When you say 'valved', you mean the shocks are grooved at various markings for height adjust., yes?
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Default no. valved meaning adjusted to accomodate higher MTM spring rates

from what i remember, MTM Knoi dampers are also grooved.
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Default Funny..I have the same setup although yours looks a little bit lower

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