STI V7/V8 Spec C vs. KYB AGX w/ Progress Springs
01-03-2004, 11:42 PM
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STI V7/V8 Spec C vs. KYB AGX w/ Progress Springs
Hey, I'm looking for a little insight from everyone here as to what they think would be a better suspension set up for my 02 WRX. I'm looking at getting something pretty soon and want to stay away from coilovers as I hear they can be a bit harsh and a little extreme for everyday driving plus I doubt I'd even use all the performance they offer that often. So I'm looking at either the STI takeoff suspension, either the version 7 or 8 spec c, what exactly is the difference between 7/8? I've also heard good things about the KYB's with springs and I was looking at either the progress or perrin springs. How would either set up compare to eachother and what does everyone reccomend? I don't mind a stiff ride and like the adjustability factor of the KYB's, but I see the STI takeoffs seem popular here too. Any input would be cool. Thanks.
01-04-2004, 09:58 PM
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For a street car, I would go with STi takeoffs. There isn't any difference between v7 and v8, but I think I would skip the Spec Cs- they are pretty stiff, as they are intended to be track cars.
01-05-2004, 10:34 AM
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the spec-c struts and springs really aren't that bad for a daily driver, at least in my opinion. they take a little getting used to compared to the stock suspension, since they are significantly stiffer. i've had them on my car for the last 7k miles or so, and i really like 'em.
i don't have any experience with the KYBs, so i can't comment there.
i don't have any experience with the KYBs, so i can't comment there.
01-07-2004, 06:43 PM
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Originally posted by Silver arrow
Where is the best place to get V7 take offs?
Where is the best place to get V7 take offs?
www.gruppe-s.com
They at times have 1-3 sets in the warehouse. I don't remember seeing anything there lately though. give them a call.
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01-13-2004, 09:38 AM
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KYB's are supposedly very good but if you are planning on going with a spring like the progress or perrin that lowers your car almost 2 inches these struts would be pointless. from what I have heard they do not do what they are supposed to when your car is lowered more than about 1.4 inches.
01-20-2004, 05:08 PM
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a "take off" is an OEM part taken off a car when it is replaced with something else, usually when the part is brand new. in this case, the "take off" is a brand new (or low mileage) set of Struts, springs, and tophats.
the spec-c springs only lower the car about 1/4" or so, i know because i have them on my car.
the spec-c springs only lower the car about 1/4" or so, i know because i have them on my car.
02-07-2004, 02:30 AM
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hey dropkick_muppet, what springs are you using along with the spec c take offs? what's the difference between the spring that's already on there and the up grade springs offered by rallispec(those sold as a upgrade set with group n top mounts)?
how's the sti tarmac springs?
thanks
how's the sti tarmac springs?
thanks
02-10-2004, 02:06 PM
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A british mag recently rated the UKDM V8 Sti Spec-C to be better handling than the ultra-rare BMW M3 CSL, if that means anything to you...but it's more than just the springs & struts...
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