Anyone running Eibach Pro Kit?

[kgb]

What shocks are you running with these and how do you like the springs?

Eibach claims that their Pro Kit springs are made for OE shocks so I am going to use the Pro Kit on stock shocks when SPring time comes.

[blackcaraddict]

I am using Eibach Pro's and Tokico non-adjustables...I would not advise using stock shocks/struts, yes you'll be ok for a little while but the decreased spring travel will put alot of wear and tear on shocks...do it right and get springs and shocks/struts.

The setup is great for me lowered 1.5" all around, the way my Mustang should have looked from the factory. Its definitely not slammed, not sure about the amount of drop on a Civic.

[IndigoGTI]

I am running the Eibach Pro-System. The Pro-System includes the Pro Kit springs and Sachs (may vary per vehicle) dampers valved to Eibach specs. The ride is stiff, but very well controlled. I paid about $525 for the whole kit from shox.com. You can go to their site and request a list of all of the products they carry for your car, they will usually respond within two or three hours. Their service is awesome and shipping rates are very reasonable for heavy items like springs and shocks/struts.

Oh, and just like Blackcaraddict said, don't use your stock shocks/struts, they won't last very long with the stiffer and lower springs. Your ride will deteriorate very quickly. It is better to shell out a little extra dough now so you don't have to worry about tearing your suspension apart two months down the road when your stock dampers have gone bad.

[kgb]

The only problem is that Koni is the only place making shocks for my car and they are $140 a peice. Your setup sounds really nice Indigo!

[Intermezzo]

2001Civicex, the Eibach Prokit will not lower your car too much at all (1 inch). The reason I got the ProKit is not because of Eibach's claim that they can be used with your stock dampers (which, as the previous posters state, is NEVER a good idea) but because:

1) I don't like the slammed ricey look &
2) a camber kit is not necessary with this small of a drop.

For shocks, I'm using Koni adjustables.

[kgb]

The reason I want them is not cause of their claim either. I want them cause i want improved handeling and good ride comfort. I just like the mild drop for driving purposes.

[IndigoGTI]

Even though the Konis are expensive, they are worth every penny. When I do upgrade from the Eibach dampers I will probably get the Konis. Check the link I listed above, they might be a little cheaper there. If you are more concerned with handling than lowering, get the Konis first, then add the springs.

Also, adding a larger/stiffer rear sway bar to a front wheel drive car generally improves handling much more than lowering or running stiffer dampers.

You might also want to check out some Civic performance boards and see what the autocross guys are running.

[kgb]

I just added a nice big Progress rear sway bar with built in tie bar. And I have Ro_Ja front and rear strut braces. I am getting there slowly

[IndigoGTI]

Originally posted by 2001civicex
I just added a nice big Progress rear sway bar with built in tie bar. And I have Ro_Ja front and rear strut braces. I am getting there slowly

That's coo...

Have you looked at what Progress offers for your car spring-wise? I have always thought they were more about performance than asthetics. I wouldn't be surprised if they offered a nifty coilover setup that would be worth saving up for.

[kgb]

They have a sweet coilover setup coming soon. If I do decide to go coilover it will be Progress.

[PanaPower]

TEIN OwNz j00

[kgb]

My buddy has Tein's and I am not too crazy about them.