View Full Version : Looking for the best drop...
210BLKCharger
05-13-2009, 02:30 PM
I am really in the market and searching for the best possible drop. Appearance wise relative to the fender gap. I have a 3.5 on 22's 265/35/22. Now my problem with the Eibach pro kit is it looks like the rear sags a lil. Every pic I see, to me the rear looks too low, almost lower than the front. I'm looking for more of an even drop, maybe 1.5" all around or maybe a drop with a little rake where the front would be a tad lower. Give it more of a aggresive look. I know the Mopar springs only give you about 1" all around. I 'm looking somewhere in the middle because I do not want to go with the Sportline from Eibach either. Anybody with pedders or techco or any other brand with the V6 can help me out here or any pics??
hemicanucksfan
05-13-2009, 02:42 PM
i could be wrong, but i think hotchiss makes a kit that's 1.3"
linuxrc
05-13-2009, 02:51 PM
some may suggest coilovers that way you can ensure you get the look you are seeking. If I had the money that is the route I would of gone. I agree with you, the rear end seems to be a bit lower than needed and take away from the aggressive look; or it can. I'm still waiting to see if I will like the sportlines on my car.
210BLKCharger
05-13-2009, 03:58 PM
You know, I just saw a thread over on the other forum, believe he had a V6, he went with Hotchkis springs and the drop was just right. The front looked a tad lower and the stance was awesome. I think it's 1 1/8" F and 1 1/2" R drop. I think that thread just answered my own question. That hotchkis drop is the best I've seen!
Maybe a rake like this? Ksport springs..
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk97/SXT6/SDC102692.jpg
Bandit
05-13-2009, 04:28 PM
KW Var 2 Coilovers are the only way to fly.
YOU adjust the height on all 4 corners. Go way higher than stock, or nearly scraping the ground, or any other height.
YOU adjust the ride comfort from way softer than stock to way stiffer and everything in-between.
They also don't give you that horrible "ricer bounce" that lowering springs do. You'll maintain a good ride instead of the harshness springs give you.
KW Var 2 Coilovers are the only way to fly.
YOU adjust the height on all 4 corners. Go way higher than stock, or nearly scraping the ground, or any other height.
YOU adjust the ride comfort from way softer than stock to way stiffer and everything in-between.
They also don't give you that horrible "ricer bounce" that lowering springs do. You'll maintain a good ride instead of the harshness springs give you.
Are you kidding me?
Rob@WretchedMS
05-13-2009, 08:14 PM
I don't have any V6 pics to get you but the Drop should put you about where you want to be.
210BLKCharger
05-13-2009, 08:36 PM
Maybe a rake like this? Ksport springs..
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk97/SXT6/SDC102702.jpg
Yea that's hot right there! Ksport springs? But this is a SRT, what is the V6 drop?
210BLKCharger
05-13-2009, 08:38 PM
I don't have any V6 pics to get you but the Drop should put you about where you want to be.
Are you talking about with Pedders springs? How low is the drop F/R?
Rob@WretchedMS
05-13-2009, 09:49 PM
Are you talking about with Pedders springs? How low is the drop F/R?
between 1" - 1.5" drop
Yea that's hot right there! Ksport springs? But this is a SRT, what is the V6 drop?
Nah man, it's a 3.5, I just have the SRT front and hood....but thanks! haha
The advertised drop for these is 1.75"
210BLKCharger
05-13-2009, 11:25 PM
Man, thats a nice ride you got there. I'm pushing a 3.5 as well. What size wheels you got there? Im on 22's. How's the ride with these springs and how was getting the alignment done? Any issues with these springs? I saw these on ebay for pretty cheap. Just worried about the quality versus Hotchkis or another brand.
Several over on chargerforums are running these and have been for a couple years with no problems at all. The ride for me is almost identical to stock, not harsh, not bumpy at all. It does handle better however, it doesen't want to "roll over" in curves. The wheels are 22" SRT replicas with 265/35's. I'm getting it aligned Friday so I'll get back to you about that, it looks like I'll need the adjustable rear camber parts but those are only around $70 or so. Glad you like her bro
COR Wheels
05-14-2009, 05:34 PM
Dude I advice you to go with the ksport springs as long as you get a smooth rub free ride. I have the eibach sportlines, and I rub whenever I go over a bump to fast. The coilovers I would rule them out completely unless you change them at the time of installation. I have both springs on my charger and complete coilover system on my 350z. Just thought that might help you out.
210BLKCharger
05-14-2009, 05:42 PM
Yea I'm leaning towards the Ksport springs. The price, you can't beat! And the look is right where I want it. Not as low as a full 2" drop but low enough with a mild rake. I know there is other options but I just cant spend near 400 for springs. (I just purchased a Blastin Bob's kit) As long as quality is good and it still rides nice, I may go with Ksport. Any other suggestions?
I guess I need to say that right now I am on stock shocks, which is some of the reason my rear has a rake to it. I have been told that when I change them out for aftermarket the rear will drop a tad more. I just wanted to get the springs on for a get together this weekend and my shocks aren't in yet
COR Wheels
05-15-2009, 02:09 PM
dam sxt you're a soldier dude going through that labor twice. you're a better man (not as lazy) then me. lol
Haha I just wanted them on for a get together with our club this weekend. Putting the rears on won't be bad, the fronts are a pain. Stinking Koni's are backordered anyway
Bandit
05-15-2009, 03:42 PM
Are you kidding me?
Why would I kid about that?
The 2 most common comments from folks who went from stock to Eibach springs, then to coilovers are:
1) They thought their ride on the Eibachs was ok... until they rode in a car with coilovers, then they switched.
2) If you ride behind a car with springs-only, you will see that terrible ricer bounce. You may not realize it while IN the car driving it... but it is visible to everyone around you when you hit bumps.
210BLKCharger
05-15-2009, 04:56 PM
Can anyone else chime in on this? I think you can get the ricer bounce after your shocks are completely shot. Not just by replacing the springs.
nick_danger
05-15-2009, 05:03 PM
I have always understood the "ricer bounce" just to be the sign of bad shocks. The car shouldn't appear to bounce at all if the shocks are doing their job to perfection.
I second Bandit's claim, however. Having driven several cars with coilovers, I can not in good conscience, recommend anything but coilovers. I plan on getting some myself when I get some more cash.
nick_danger
05-15-2009, 05:04 PM
Sharp looking Charger, BTW!
Mr.Mopar
05-15-2009, 05:42 PM
my car with Eibach Sportlines and stock shocks does have a little bounce to it. It'll tag the fender lip while turning over rough pavement.
210BLKCharger
05-15-2009, 05:49 PM
my car with Eibach Sportlines and stock shocks does have a little bounce to it. It'll tag the fender lip while turning over rough pavement.
That might not be your shocks. Might be the Sportlines, they do give a full 2" drop. Are you running larger wheels like 22's?
vBulletin® v3.8.4, Copyright ©2000-2009, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.