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Old 08-26-2002, 04:18 PM   #1
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eibach springs

Anone using them? Are they better than other brands? I want the best handling I can get. Obviously shocks and sway bars play a big role as well, but I am buying springs right now.
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Old 08-26-2002, 04:49 PM   #2
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www.earlyclassic.com Old Chevy truck suspension is their specialty.
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Old 08-26-2002, 08:40 PM   #3
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What type of springs are you going to use (i.e. stock, dropped)? I haven't heard much about Eibach other than on imports and sports cars. I would go with a company that deals with old chevy suspensions, like MikeB said. Companies like early classic have tried and true springs for old trucks.
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Old 08-26-2002, 11:40 PM   #4
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Eibach makes performance springs for just about any vehicle (as long as it is decently popular). I have been to Early Classics web site and thought about their springs. The question I have is, are they replacement springs of the same rate as original, or are they progressive performance springs like the Eibachs? I don't just want to drop my truck, I want it to handle. The progressive spring seems like the way to go.
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Old 09-01-2002, 09:38 AM   #5
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I have had some experience with Eibach, they build alot of stuff for early Camaro G-cars, for handling through the cones on a flat road course. They are quality! They are the real deal, not just someone who slaps their name on a coil spring that fits. They engineer their products to match the vehicle and you pay a premium for that, but from your post, it sounds like that is what you are interested in for your application.
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