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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by rxtech06' date='Dec 25 2008, 12:23 PM
s2xx? got a link?
Ooops...typo...s2x. GT_NFR above has a link to the s2x thread where you can get the x-shock tower brace.
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 10:39 AM
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can anyone explain if the diff spacers are really needed if you are lowered,
im lowered on tein s techs???
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 12:11 PM
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^^ If you are not experiencing the vibration that can come with lowering an s2k, then you don't need them.

If you want a detailed explanation, read this long thread to see complete analysis.

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=490050
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 01:42 PM
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+1 recommendation for Espelir Springs. I love mine and the stance they give without effecting ride quality.

-Matt
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by s98d7fs' date='Dec 25 2008, 09:23 AM
Save your money. Chances are you aren't a good enough driver to utilize fully the stock suspension.
oof...
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by negcamber' date='Dec 25 2008, 01:11 PM
^^ If you are not experiencing the vibration that can come with lowering an s2k, then you don't need them.

If you want a detailed explanation, read this long thread to see complete analysis.

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=490050
or you can swap buckets???
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by s98d7fs' date='Dec 25 2008, 06:23 AM
Save your money. Chances are you aren't a good enough driver to utilize fully the stock suspension.
Is someone in a bad mood?
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 05:40 AM
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I suppose I could've phrased it better, but at the end of the day if you're modding on a budget, it's hard to get it done right. Springs (and subsequent alignment) will cost some green. It looks good, but the car won't handle much (if at all) better. Strut bars are pretty much useless, but again, look cool. Sway bars are very useful, if you know what sort of handling characteristics you're looking to change.

I didn't see a current list of mods, but you're looking at buying about $1100-$1200 worth of parts. To me, that's enough for a great set of summer tires, with a few hundred left over for some maintenance and a track day.

As always though, value is in the eye of the beer-holder.
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 07:08 AM
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Originally Posted by mattfeet' date='Dec 25 2008, 02:42 PM
+1 recommendation for Espelir Springs. I love mine and the stance they give without effecting ride quality.

-Matt
thanks matt. i just ordered mine on ebay last night. same item GTNFR had recommended. Should be in by next week!
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 08:24 AM
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[quote name='s98d7fs' date='Dec 26 2008, 06:40 AM'] I suppose I could've phrased it better, but at the end of the day if you're modding on a budget, it's hard to get it done right.
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