Ford C, B springs or Eibachs

[merc123]

Can you explain the difference between the C & B springs by Ford (other than weight holds).

Eibachs are more expensive but are Ford just as good?

Also, I'm only looking for a little drop to get rid of the 4x4 look so the 7/8" drop with the Ford springs is no biggie for me.

 

[Madi98GT]

The Ford "B" and "C" springs are both specific rate in the rear, so they are the same there. The "B" springs are progressive in the front and the "C" springs are specific. So, the "B" springs might be a bit softer in the front. I have the "B" springs on my car and the drop was perfect. Just enough to get rid of the 4x4 look without slamming the car to the ground. However, I think the ride is kinda rough, but they car handles great. I also added Bilstein shocks and struts at the same time. I think I am going to swap out the springs soon for something more track friendly. You won't get much weight transfer out of the "B" or "C" springs.

 

[nickthegenius]

I could be wrong, but I believe the FRPP springs are manufactured for Ford by Eibach. So in that case, the quality is the same it would just be a matter of preference as to how low you want to go. Most cars with C-springs look pretty good, but usually require you to cut one of the "dead" coils on the rear springs to level the car out.

 

[Solid Snake]

I had C's, wish I went Eiback Sports

 

[WOT]

Love my C's. Gives the car a nice rake.

 

[ADRENLN]

how much do the C's drop the car, not even an in.?

 

[Solid Snake]

about 1.25-1.5"

 

[merc123]

I had C's, wish I went Eiback Sports

Explain.

 

[NasaGT]

Here's the best writeup I know of springs - it should answer most of your questions:

http://www.2kgt.com/_tech.asp?item=16

 

[billyfe390]

Here's the best writeup I know of springs - it should answer most of your questions:

http://www.2kgt.com/_tech.asp?item=16

Kinda messed up link all I got was some HTML.

 

[XStanger]

I like my sportlines

 

[NasaGT]

Kinda messed up link all I got was some HTML.

Ooops - sorry - looks like he re-arranged his web site. Here's the new link:

http://www.2kgt.com/gtsite/tech.do?page=techDetails&item=74

 

[dahun]

Looks like not a lot of people are installing the BBK progressives. Why?
I had them on my '96 and loved them, though I noticed a slight sag on the left side, probably due to my fat ass...
Any opinions? (but not on my fat ass)
Dahun

Ooops - sorry - looks like he re-arranged his web site. Here's the new link:

http://www.2kgt.com/gtsite/tech.do?page=techDetails&item=74

 

[n.j.gt]

go with h&r springs

 

[Solid Snake]

Explain.

The drop is good and everything, but I had 18" rims and it just needed to go lower. I wish I had went with sportlines or H&R's

 

[merc123]

Here's the best writeup I know of springs - it should answer most of your questions:

http://www.2kgt.com/_tech.asp?item=16

I still can't decide Thanks though.