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Old May 14, 2004 | 12:44 PM
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I am going to lower my car this week with eibachs. I am just wondering what i need to do on my car after the springs are installed. Does it need a alignment? Anyhting else? Thank in advance for all your help.
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Old May 14, 2004 | 12:56 PM
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I think you just need to let the springs settle, that's about it. I'm not an expert though
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Old May 14, 2004 | 01:05 PM
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if you have a shop do it they will make sure the car is aligned and the camber is correct before you leave with it, that is if they know what they are doing
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Old May 14, 2004 | 02:43 PM
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and a third opinion...
i think you should drive the car for about a week to let the springs and suspension settle then get it aligned.
spugen just installed mine last week and i have an appointment with darin (west end) for a full alignment in about a week.

eibachs on this car:

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Old May 14, 2004 | 02:44 PM
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nice drop

yes make sure they align it and adjust your cambers.
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Old May 14, 2004 | 02:59 PM
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More importantly, you need the toe corrected when the alignment is done.
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Old May 14, 2004 | 04:29 PM
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Let springs settle for a few days then get an alignment.
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Old May 14, 2004 | 04:39 PM
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Eibach smacks each springs with something like 40 tons of pressure on a gigantic press to solve the settling problem. Mine haven't moved at all, the height measurement is exactly what it was the first day I put them on. If you have a chance to take the Eibach factory tour you will see that step.

That being said, have a good alignment shop give you a 4 wheel alignment. You can search the forum for recommendations on what specs to choose, I went for right in the middle of Honda's minimum and maximum specs. Perfect tire wear so far, even on the racetrack.

Lookin' good wanabe.
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