Racing Beat springs for the P5

[Monstermile]

I just got done reading this thread and now I'm a little confused. In that thread it states that according to Racing Beat, there are completly different part numbers for the sedan rear springs and ones for the P5. But I saw this on the RB website...

We have confirmed the fitment of these Protg suspension springs for the following applications:
2002-03 Protege Sedan - All Models (including Protege5)

So which should I assume is correct?? Are there P5 specific RB springs that can be used on the P5 w/o any modifications??

Also if anyone knows the spring rates for the following could you post them please....

Racing Beat - F/R
Eibach - F/R
Stock P5 - F/R

I was pretty sure I wanted to go with Eibach, but with the tire size I want to run, 215/45-17, I don't want any chance of rub. Even though people have that size and say there is no rub, I'd rather not chance it.

 

[Monstermile]

No input on this???

 

[FC3s Boy]

They are the same, my bro uses the mp3 springs on hie Protege5 and it has no problems.

 

[DooMer_MP3]

I have my OEM MP3 springs for sale in the for sale section for $100 + shipping. But shhhhh .

Chris

 

[Monstermile]

So can anyone give me confirmation that the RB springs for the P5 and sedan are actually the same. Or are there two completly different parts. I need to know 100% for sure. As I said the RB website is kinda vague on this.

Also will the MP3 springs work on the P5 with no problems. Again I need 100% confirmation. Preferably from someone who actually has them. Not that has a friend of a cousins, sisters, brother-in-law who does.

I want to leave nothing to chance.

 

[njaremka]

You could try calling Racing Beat?

 

[Monstermile]

You could try calling Racing Beat?

That is my last resort. Figured I'd get feedback from people who have had hands-on experience.

 

[FC3s Boy]

So can anyone give me confirmation that the RB springs for the P5 and sedan are actually the same. Or are there two completly different parts. I need to know 100% for sure. As I said the RB website is kinda vague on this.

Also will the MP3 springs work on the P5 with no problems. Again I need 100% confirmation. Preferably from someone who actually has them. Not that has a friend of a cousins, sisters, brother-in-law who does.

I want to leave nothing to chance.

I already told you that my bro has the mp3 springs on his protege5, they work I work at a shop and have driven his car my days at the track i am telling you they work.

 

[BlueEmPee5]

the real question is why you would want to run with a tire that is an inch taller than stock?? 195/50R16 is 23.7" and 215/45R17 is 24.7. Go with the 215/40R17 = 23.9

BlueEmPee5

 

[BlueMP5Dave]

I just put a set of MSP springs on my P5. There are some differences. My car dropped alot more than a stock MSP. The rear springs required some work in order to get them to seat right. I believe that Racing Beat has developed a little bit longer of a spring for the rear of the P5 to ensure proper ride height in the rear. Mine is a little bit lower than it shuold be in the rear. I like the way it looks though. I have no pics of it yet. This weekend I eill be doing some shot of it. I am actually considering purchasing the rear springs that they advertise for the P5. However these sedan springs will work and ride very nice I might add.

 

[Monstermile]

the real question is why you would want to run with a tire that is an inch taller than stock?? 195/50R16 is 23.7" and 215/45R17 is 24.7. Go with the 215/40R17 = 23.9

BlueEmPee5

Not trying to be a smartass but I dunno why that is such an important question and what relevance it has to the thread. But since you need to know it is personal preference. I like having a little extra sidewall for rim protection and because I like the way it looks.

 

[Raptor]

I got the Racing beat on my pro.

Here's a picture