What's best? Bilstein or Eibach springs?

1. Ivan106 L-plater Joined: Oct 2004 Norway Posts: 50

   #1 27th August 2006, 20:52

   I got a set of each. I am thinking of putting 17" wheels and have a set of Bilstein 40mm springs and a set of Eibach 45 mm springs. What will be the best to put on? I also got bilstein sprint shocks that are going to be fitted soon together with one of the sets.
2. hesslevtr Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: May 2004 Hull (England) Posts: 18709 1.6 vtr

   #2 27th August 2006, 20:56

   alot of people on ssc recomend eibach springs with blistein dampers
   
   i had eibach 30mm springs and they were very good for ride comfort
3. ets2k9 Saxperience Post Whore Joined: May 2006 Hednesford, West Mids Posts: 6230 Seat Leon Cupra R

   #3 27th August 2006, 21:13

   I intended to fit Eibachs, Hesslevtr's old ones actually but a had a change of plan. My Girlfriend has them on here Type R and they offer brilliant handling with a good ride quality.
   
   You cant go to wrong with Eibachs +Bilsteins.
4. bullit Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Dec 2005 e-hollywood Posts: 17160 toyata hilux

   #4 27th August 2006, 21:24

   what are the poundage on the billies springs compared to the eibachs. decide then if you want it stiffer or softer
5. williamsvts Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Feb 2006 northumberland Posts: 7693 pulsar gtir, mk4 astra sxi

   #5 27th August 2006, 22:19

   eibachs are for standard dampers.
6. YM03 Established Member Joined: May 2006 north east Posts: 1487 vtr mk2, posi blue

   #6 27th August 2006, 22:25

   thought it was faukner springs paired with billies? that gave best results
7. mattwesty Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jan 2004 notts United Kingdom (England) Posts: 2740

   #7 27th August 2006, 22:30

   i had eibachs on my 106 rallye, they where very good. had them fitted with my koni adj kit.
   
   i'd recommend bilstien dampers and H+R springs though tbh.
   
   and don't bother with the hoooge hoops!
8. WestyVTR Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2004 Gosport Posts: 3140 saxo VTR, Clio 1.2 turbo, prious, Kawasaki 363 nin

   #8 29th August 2006, 08:24

   billies
9. Colin Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jan 2006 Banbury Posts: 4623 Saxo Rally Car Evo 6

   #9 29th August 2006, 18:02

   Don't get 17s. The mods you have done on the suspension will not perform at their best with large wheels. Get 16s for a handling / looks compromise.