My new (LX) LS (pics) - Page 2

#Russ#Es# · 04-05-2006, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Teki04

Hey Russ - Yea, let's hope the Clio makes it! haha. Is spending it's first night away from home tonight

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Hmmmmmmm - After doing the whole spring thing before - I'm not sure I'd do it again! I'd recommend going for something expensive (and better) and getting shocks also. My Fiesta was riding VERY harsh on alot of Sydney Roads. Don't get me wrong, it handled great... but the shocks were getting worse week-by-week.

If your after cosmetics though, go ahead! I'd just recommend getting a better brand though.... Don't get cheap suspension and hence cheapen your car and risk all the $$$ Ford spent in getting the suspension right.

I've been a little unsure about Kings from the start...would really like the Eibach kit, I contacted Eibach Aust. directly for a quote. The price they gave me involved no negotiation from me, so it could get better...

I also work for a freight forwarder (ocean exports) and got one of our sales people to give them a call as a sales lead. Would be a great way to get a discount!!

I value quality over price though, so I'm keeping my options open atm. Has anyone heard anything about the Pedders kit? I assume it would be in the same league as the King Springs??

Also, kit in the link looks reasonable for price (yes I know its the Eiback kit) http://www.european-parts.net/catalo...roducts_id=465

= approx AUD$456.00 including shipping...another option I suppose

Teki04 · 04-05-2006, 01:45 AM

Hey Russ - I had Pedders on the Fiesta. Wasn't too impressed with ride (was great at the start though!). Things got bumpy towards the end... Steering/take off on bumpy roads got shocking towards the end of my time with the Fiesta

04-05-2006, 01:31 PM

Backs spring are pretty easy to change (jack rear of the car up and go nuts with the spring compressers) fronts will need a few susp components unbolted.

Zetec20 · 04-05-2006, 05:38 PM

Yeah the back was easy to change the springs, the front was a bit more work but having a mechanic brother helps too lol, as for quality i had kings superlows in my applause i used to drive and they lasted me 40,000kms, and the new owners still loves em after another 15,000

Scareybear · 04-05-2006, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by #Russ#Es#

I've been a little unsure about Kings from the start...would really like the Eibach kit, I contacted Eibach Aust. directly for a quote. The price they gave me involved no negotiation from me, so it could get better...

I also work for a freight forwarder (ocean exports) and got one of our sales people to give them a call as a sales lead. Would be a great way to get a discount!!

I value quality over price though, so I'm keeping my options open atm. Has anyone heard anything about the Pedders kit? I assume it would be in the same league as the King Springs??

Also, kit in the link looks reasonable for price (yes I know its the Eiback kit) http://www.european-parts.net/catalo...roducts_id=465

= approx AUD$456.00 including shipping...another option I suppose

I'd definitly rate King springs over pedders, I've probably fitted about 40 sets of Kings, never had any dramas, against probably 10 sets of pedders springs, where I had problems with about 5 (single springs) usually inconsistant heights/premature sagging.
I've got them in my Fiesta (Kings), very happy with them.

#Russ#Es# · 08-05-2006, 11:01 PM

I have found a set of Eibach lowered springs (the co. orders the springs from Ford UK) for roughly AUD320.00 to my door. Still have to get a confirmation on price though.

Obviously I would have to factor in the cost/time of ftting them as well, but in terms of quality, I can't go wrong.

Kit is from below:
http://www.european-parts.net/catalo...roducts_id=465

melbzetec · 08-05-2006, 11:32 PM

I've found European Parts good to deal with in the past as well

#Russ#Es# · 08-05-2006, 11:36 PM

Thanks for that melbzetec. They're relatively quick answering their emails...I think I will be going this option. Seems like the most sensible option by buying a kit that is fitted from the factory...should be good quality.

I'll keep you all posted on how I go.

#Russ#Es# · 10-05-2006, 09:19 PM

I can now confirm you can get the Eibach Lowering kit from European Parts for $320.00AUD to Aust.

Will be ordering soon.

Teki04 · 10-05-2006, 09:31 PM

Awesome! That is cheap! Can't wait to see it Russ! Take photos when it is all done (I'm sure you would either way)

#Russ#Es# · 11-05-2006, 11:13 PM

Paid $327AUD today for the kit (different exchange rate today!)...$235AUD for the kit and $92AUD for shipping. VERY good price I think!! Especially when the King Spring kit is $230AUD.

Shouldn't take too long to arrive (hopefully!!)

Zetec20 · 22-05-2006, 04:39 PM

That kit arrived yet?

#Russ#Es# · 25-05-2006, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Zetec20

That kit arrived yet?

Funny you ask...it arrived this morning actually! All looks good.

Getting it installed on Saturday morning...if all goes to plan, you (all going on the cruise) will see what the kit does to ride height soon

Teki04 · 26-05-2006, 12:04 AM

Can't wait to see it on sunday ;)

kiwijohn42 · 26-05-2006, 12:42 AM

Better post some pics for the rest of us, though I'm sure there'll be pics of the cruise soon enough. I imagine the fiesta springs would be in the same ball park. Hmm?

Zetec20 · 26-05-2006, 07:36 PM

yeah should be good, hopefully i can make it there if my pay's gone through

#Russ#Es# · 26-05-2006, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by kiwijohn42

Better post some pics for the rest of us, though I'm sure there'll be pics of the cruise soon enough. I imagine the fiesta springs would be in the same ball park. Hmm?

Maybe try the following link...(where I bought mine...)

http://www.european-parts.net/catalo...roducts_id=472

...and yes, I'll post some pics up here

#Russ#Es# · 28-05-2006, 10:05 PM

Update:

Rear height needs to be fixed, but otherwise I'm happy. Car feels TOTALLY different to drive ie. HEAPS better!

pertuan · 28-05-2006, 10:30 PM

Looks nice. I like it. How much drop is that and how much to get it installed?

#Russ#Es# · 29-05-2006, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by pertuan

Looks nice. I like it. How much drop is that and how much to get it installed?

Approx 35mm drop.

Eibach Pro-kit cost AUD$235 (+ approx AUD$90 for shipping from Germany)

Fitting cost $350 (front + rear alignment)

05-06-2006, 01:32 PM

How has the suspension settled?

I was going to suggest, weigh the back down a bit for a week, that will help settle the back a bit faster

#Russ#Es# · 06-06-2006, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackLS

How has the suspension settled?

I was going to suggest, weigh the back down a bit for a week, that will help settle the back a bit faster

I didn't even think of that! Thanks.

I will have the rear shorted next week, having the rear springs changed...was told should drop the height another 20mm.

Otherwise the ride/handling is great...can notice the extra firmness of the Eibachs, but its still comfortable...can notice a huge improvement in the amount of bodyroll, stays alot flater in the corners

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#Russ#Es# · 14-06-2006, 11:01 PM

Just a quick update to say that the rear ride height issue has now been sorted. Front + rear ride height are now the same. Looks ALOT better! Rear of the sedan looks pretty mean when its low...if only I had some nice wheels

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Will hopefully have pics up on Saturday...

Teki04 · 15-06-2006, 12:00 AM

Awesome Russ! Haven't spoken to you in ages.

Be sure to post up some pics! Can't wait to see it.. the Sedan does look rather nice! More so then the Zetec Hatch.....

Wish the XR5T was out in a Sedan guise too... mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

#Russ#Es# · 17-06-2006, 06:23 PM

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#Russ#Es# · 17-06-2006, 06:26 PM

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Uni · 17-06-2006, 07:08 PM

looks 110% better, very nice indeed! what was wrong with the rears?

i'm looking at getting this kit when the car finally arrives, how was the ride? is it jittery at all? i'm also interested to know how this will impact your warranty

Uni/.

kiwijohn42 · 17-06-2006, 08:14 PM

SWEET! That looks great with the kit. How's the colour match on the bumpers? The one I looked at in the showroom was well off. You've got to be saving up for some 20's now?

#Russ#Es# · 17-06-2006, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Uni

looks 110% better, very nice indeed! what was wrong with the rears?

i'm looking at getting this kit when the car finally arrives, how was the ride? is it jittery at all? i'm also interested to know how this will impact your warranty

Uni/.

Thanks I'm happy with the look. Ground clearance is still pretty good.

Rear didn't drop as far as it should have. Looked fairly nose heavy before it was changed.

The ride is noticably firmer, but its still comfortable. I'm planning on changing to some good quality shocks too, so ride will improve further.

There's threads here about mods affecting warranty, maybe try a search.

#Russ#Es# · 17-06-2006, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by kiwijohn42

SWEET! That looks great with the kit. How's the colour match on the bumpers? The one I looked at in the showroom was well off. You've got to be saving up for some 20's now?

The colour match isn't too bad. You can notice a little difference on mine, but its not really that noticable unless you have a close look and in the right/wrong(?) light...

20's?? No! Nice 17's, yes! I like my teeth in my mouth! :hihi: