The Passing Lane Newsletter - June 2010 - Part II

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Ipd sport springs

The other use of sport springs is to attain a low aggressive look that sets your car apart from the masses with a sporty low profile. ipd sport springs will lower your Volvo approximately 1.65" to 1.75" and the spring rate is increased approximately 20%.

*Knowing the ride height of your volvo before and after making modifications is important. Here's how we do it: 1. Place your car on a smooth level flat surface, such as a parking lot or garage floor. 2. Measure vertically from the center of the wheel to the center of the the wheel opening as show in the picture on the right to eliminate variations due to tire and wheel sizes. Do this at all four corners of the car and record your measurements. 3. After installing lowering coils measure again and record the results.Typically a 3/8" to 1/2" difference side to side is acceptable. If you find that your car is out of this spec, you should check to make sure the springs are properly seated and other parts of the car such as suspension bushings are not the cause.

H&R Springs

H&R Sport Springs offer the handling characteristics and aggressive appearance that you’ve been looking for. H&R Sport Springs feature more control and are engineered for the street, making them comfortable and fun to drive. H&R Sport Springs are crafted from a special 54SiCr6 spring steel to ensure quality and performance.

HR29958 Reviewed by Glen McMillin - Installed along with some Bilstein HD Struts (on front). The change was, in a word, remarkable. Ride stiffened remarkably, and a full inch lower in the front. Corners can now be taken with confidence.

Eibach Springs

After initial testing on applications our main spring supplier (TME) didn't cover, we have been pleased with the performance of the Eibach springs and now stock all of their Volvo applications. The main difference between TME springs and our Eibach applications is that the Eibachs are progressive. Eibach Pro-Kit springs utilize a dual rate progressive design to be as soft as possible while still being as firm as possible. The smooth, softer initial characteristic improves traction and provides comfortable cruising while the sportier and firmer final rate reduces body roll and is more responsive under cornering, braking and accelerating. Eibach springs provide exceptional handling and precise vehicle responsiveness and stability with minimal effect to the ride quality.