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Re: Where to get decent springs for 04 Aero sedan?
Posted by steve (more from steve) on Mon, 20 May 2013 21:26:44
In Reply to: Re: Where to get decent springs for 04 Aero sedan?, bill h., Sun, 19 May 2013 10:08:31
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MAD will sell them directly. I've got a pair on an Aero. The ride height is closer to non-Aero height. Tire wear has been ok, but my alignment is still off because I can't find a competent alignment place near me. The last place didn't touch the rear end.
These springs weigh nearly double the OEM ones and are visibly beefy. MAD claims they are progressive, but I'm not convinced these are. MAD uses the OEM unloaded ride characteristics and then dials in the ability for the spring to carry load. As such, the ride can be a little bouncier when empty or this could be due to my still messed up alignment or poorly worn tires from the past. I've tested the setup loaded and it will sag, but no where near as much as with OEM springs.
I may be interested in another MAD pair, but this time I want to get some volume discount and shipping cost distribution. These can probably be had for about $250 and possibly less if enough people order them. Spacers are not free and don't help when loaded. More people need to try for anyone to really know for sure.
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Posts in this Thread:
- Where to get decent springs for 04 Aero sedan?, bill h., Sat, 18 May 2013 09:50:43
- Re: Where to get decent springs for 04 Aero sedan?, steve, Sat, 18 May 2013 14:15:05
- No one has tested springs rates, just heresay., Norm9-5, Mon, 20 May 2013 04:59:17
- Re: Where to get decent springs for 04 Aero sedan?, bill h., Sun, 19 May 2013 10:08:31
- SPACERS, saabsince 93b , Sun, 19 May 2013 07:01:30
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