trying to decide what kind of springs to get

[b6gtxawd]

noticed the msp is starting to sag a bit in the back and was wondering what some good options are for some new springs?

im looking for something that doesnt give me to much drop because i dont want anything to start rubbing as i am thinking about maybe getting some wheel spacers to get my tires nice and flush to the wheel wells. I would like to have the front a tad bit lower then the back, as i think its a better look. just want to make sure the back is not lower then the front.

here are a few pics of how it is currently sitting.

 

[SlpMsp]

Just go with ground control coilover sleeves they go for about 400$ and you can adjust the height , thats what Im getting this summer.

 

[TurboGixxer928]

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123782461-Lowering-Options-for-the-MSP

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?68010-MSP-with-springs-thread!!!!&highlight=springs

do some research, you should be able to find what you want on one of these, just find one with the stance you like, and go from there

 

[b6gtxawd]

i think i kind of want to keep the stock ride hight after some consideration. being that i drive in the winter i think if i lower it, it will be a pain in the ass. is there anything i can get for a bit of a stiffer ride and still have the stock ride height?

 

[o0n8]

you won't have any problem in the winter if you lower it, it all depends on tires. If your rear is sagging it's more than likely your struts not your springs

 

[b6gtxawd]

maybe in columbus OH you wouldnt have problems with it lowered. but when you have 3 feet of snow in the winter and bad roads with mad ice build up in your wheel wells it tends to be a bit of a problem. i have problems now.

correct me if im wrong but struts are dampeners which stop your vehicle from bouncing around. and springs are what make a firm ride hence when they are shot (weak) they would have less, spring or strength which would then lead to sag. which is why lowering springs lower your car and there is no such thing as lowering struts

 

[o0n8]

well don't know about 3ft but in 1 1/2ft with summer tires I did fine lowered on eibach pro-kit

quick google search
If the struts are blown they won't assist the spring in holding up the car, The msp came with high quality springs and the struts are the weaker component of most suspensions which is why I'm suggesting it could be the struts. Most people change both at the same time. If you want to stay at the same height racing beats, higher oem protege springs, and even higher the field break springs but not sure where you can find those
Stock MSP Springs

 

[b6gtxawd]

ahh i see. cool thanks man. i will look into those.

 

[TurboGixxer928]

Yeah, springs rarely go bad, but the car will sag with struts going bad, more than likely the struts

 

[rocketr2]

Just go with ground control coilover sleeves they go for about 400$ and you can adjust the height , thats what Im getting this summer.

are these the ones you're talking about? also will they fit the msp?
http://www.ground-control-store.com/products/description.php/II=47/CA=23