New Tires & Springs

[DR2000]

So I finally placed an order to replace my "slicks". Ordered a set of 4 Kumho ECSTA ASX in 285/40/17 size ($126 each). We'll see how they compare to Nittos.

Now if I would also call Dal and GW to get some springs...

[DR2000]

Well, what do you know! I just called Dal, ordered a pair of rear springs for about $100, and then I called GW and ordered a pair of front ones for about $150.

I'll try to install them as they are, without cutting. From what I'm reading it should be stock SS height, except for Dima's case for some reason.

I don't really like the raked look, so I think everything should be fine.

I guess I'll do tires and springs in the same day, and then 2 weeks later I'll do wheel adjustment (when springs settle).

[9C1LT195]

My Global West springs were definitely higher than the stock height. If you decide to cut them later, do not cut more than 1/4 of the coil. Otherwise it will be too low for Brooklyn.

Since these springs are stiff and linear, literally every mm of coil length makes a difference.

[trife86]

why, are your new springs supposed to keep the car the same height or what DR?

[DR2000]

No, it'll keep the car stock SS hight, not 9C1. 9C1 sits about 2" higher then SS does.

[epa136]

DR2000 why arent you using the ss springs in the front? I have some ss springs front and back i want to put on my 95 civi caprice, will they lower my car an inch or so? Iam not to sure the height differences between the ss and civi springs.

[downsouth]

i want some rear ss springs to bring down my 9c1, anyone have a set?

[9C1LT195]

Originally Posted by epa136

DR2000 why arent you using the ss springs in the front?

Global Wests are significantly stiffer.

[Ree9c1]

Dan is modding his car Yea:ya: I thought this was a lost art for you even though this is a maintenance mod:xeyes:

[reverendstu]

Cool Beans!

[DR2000]

Originally Posted by Ree9c1

Dan is modding his car Yea:ya: I thought this was a lost art for you:xeyes:

Hey, what does that supposed to mean? :doh:

[DR2000]

Is there anything I should know before getting those installed? Are all the parts going to be included, or should I order something else?

[9C1LT195]

It might be a good idea to replace upper isolators. Any mechanic can order Moog ones which are pretty good.

Tires and springs don't have any other parts.

[DR2000]

Thanks.

[reverendstu]

Well..... you will need some new tire fluid and bearing ears. Then you'll have to spray some tension onto the springs.

[DR2000]

The springs are in. At this point the rear looks a bit lower, however the front is sitting as it was. I just want to hear that they will actually settle down in 2 weeks or so.

Also are GW slower at settling down then SS, since they are stiffer?

Thanks

[9C1LT195]

Originally Posted by DR2000

The springs are in. At this point the rear looks a bit lower, however the front is sitting as it was. I just want to hear that they will actually settle down in 2 weeks or so.

I had the same experience. The front will settle somewhat but just to make the car level. It was .25-.5" higher compared to an Impala with stock springs. While it doesn't sound like much, the extra .5" makes a lot of difference because the rear wheelwell is not as high as the front.

[DR2000]

That sucks.

What if I just cut off the isolators out without taking the springs out? Possible? Is it ok not to have them there?

[9C1LT195]

The car will squeek without the isolators.

The only isolators that you can remove is the lower rear ones but that's exactly the opposite of what you need.

Drive for 2-3 weeks before doing anything.

[Ree9c1]

Originally Posted by DR2000

Hey, what does that supposed to mean? :doh:

Just messing with ya Dan:xeyes: You dont do much modding anymore. I dont know if you remember me telling you this, but you inspired me into modding Caprices. I followed your website with the white car a long time before we became friends. How times have change in the last 3 or 4 years. That reminds me, where the hell is LM13!