Are Sportlines to low?

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RyanT
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i was wondering if i should get the sportlines or prolines for my 240 which is a daily driver.. wondering if the sportlines are to low?


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SmithSR
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Eibach Sportlines are excellent. The advertised drop for the 95-98 240sx is 1.7" front and 1.4" rear. All springs tend to "settle" somewhat.

Eibach Prokit springs are advertised as 1.2" front and 1.0" rear

I prefer the Prokit for all vehicles, because it keeps the rest of the suspension very close to it's intended geometry, and keeps the look somewhat stealthy/not too low. The ultimate plug & play modification, with little or no extra work to be done, besides an alignment.

For your daily driver, the Prokit will be a good investment, as the ride will be firm but not harsh, and handling feel will be improved/response should feel better. Good luck.

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For a daily driver, stick with the Pro Kit. Better ride quality and yes, closer to stock suspension geometry. If you intend to drive in autocross or other events, the Sportline kits do offer a better handling package but at a price. They will be slightly firmer than stock and it will affect ride quality. I've driven both setups on different cars and have always found the Pro Kit the best balance between ride quality and improved handling for street use.

RyanT
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ok thanks.. i am thinking either the H&R or the prokit.. i dont think the prokit is enough and the H&R is less then the Sportlines

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Nameless EJ6
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pro kit = :thumbsup:

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Is the H&R linear? If so I think that you would rather have the pro kit for street.

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I just put my sportlines on I dont even bottom out. I only paid 200 shipped off of ebay for them, but now I need shocks(all blown) haha.


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