18's or 17's

[SMOKE SHOW]

What are the different lowering springs do they make?

Really want the 18's but lowering the car too means rubbing for sure (i've heard). But with the 17's it more likely that it won't.

 

[adragonfly]

I'm not sure what springs they make... I'll ask at my shop tomorrow. I'm much more familiar with Hondas and Acuras because that's what I always had. I actually had my fenders rolled on the inside to keep the front tires from rubbing when I turned. Even though I had 17's (with 40 series tires), my car was slammed. That's why it rubbed. You shouldn't have that problem if you don't go so low. I'll get back to you on the springs as soon as I get the info. Was planning on asking anyway.

 

[SMOKE SHOW]

Find anything yet?

 

[adragonfly]

not yet, sorry. will get back to you today though!

 

[adragonfly]

I called my shop and they said they needed to contact the indivdual companies to see which ones made springs for the P5. So far, I know that Racing Beat and H&R do. I think Eibach and Sprint might also. I'm waiting for a call back from the guys so i can give you specifics about how much each one drops and how much they cost. Sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday like I said I would.

 

[SMOKE SHOW]

Give us the info when you find out. Thanks

 

[adragonfly]

Eibach is 1.5" and H&R is 1.3" He quoted $290 (US) installed in Southern Cali. I asked him if there was anything lower, but he said that, with our body stule, it wasn't convenient to go lower than that. You'd have to always be really careful with parking studs and speed bumps, know what I mean?

 

[scooby419]

I was gong to go with a 2 inch drop. It would look SWEET, but I cant be watching for every stone in the road! I am personally going with the Eibachs'

 

[SMOKE SHOW]

I was thinking to go with a 1.5"- 2" (Sprint) drop with some 17's or maybe no drop- 1.3" with 18's.

 

[adragonfly]

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEEEEEEEEEEEASE don't buy wheels without dropping your (girlfriend's) car!!! It will look like a monster truck. At least do a 1.3 with those 17's... Good luck!

 

[scooby419]

I think that a 1.5" drop with a set of phat 17" rims would give you the best looks and streetability.