Apex susp kits -40mm - reviews?

[Munchkin]

Has anyone used the Apex suspension kits - springs/dampers - on their 172 (or 182) to give the 40mm drop? if so how do you like it

Thanks for your help

 

[Dan@SJM]

Ive got them on my 172 mk1, fking brilliant imo, handles really well, next to no roll in the corners and looks spot on too!
heres proof of the roll:
172 cup

Mine:

 

[Danith]

im gettin the apex 40 mm kit. supposed to be best ones to get for this car without changin shocks.

 

[Munchkin]

Do apex do the springs/dampers kit for the 172 as well?!?

 

[Adam]

yeah got apex on my 182..,they are mintt...good drop for the money

 

[The Hoff]

Best springs? I personally think not. I think they make the ride harsh for daily driving. Personally prefer something prgressive like Eibach prolines/sportline, or the Koni springs are apparently good.

 

[Clart]

I've got them on my 172 and they are fairly harsh, so am changing them for some eibach sportline which are sat in the garage waiting to be fitted...

 

[len_beach]

They may be harsh but when you drive the girls version like myself, you need something to make the car a little more masculine.

Overall, they are a good spring and cracking VFM if, as said slightly harsh but the turn in is well worth it.

 

[gadlys]

Got them on mine happy, look good and handles a lot better.

 

[Maz]

Got them on mine and I am very pleased with the ride and height .. just a shame my exhaust now bangs on my axel because of the drop

Thanks to Rich for the pics

 

[Nick_R182]

Got mine on Apex.

 

[fat controller]

Got them on mine and I am very pleased with the ride and height .. just a shame my exhaust now bangs on my axel because of the drop

thats the only downside ive found. cracking vfm spring though, hardly any body roll and great turn in

 

[The Hoff]

Thought you had Gaz coilies Maz?

 

[Tom_E]

iam on apex too.

i avoid pot holes. it hurts other wise!

 

[Munchkin]

When you say that you all have Apex do you maen just the springs or the springs + dampers?

 

[Wirral 182]

Apex -40mm springs all round on my 182. Fantastic handling & good value for money. Downside, the front wheels scrape on full lock, but that's because I have 17's on. Avoid potholes though if you go this route.

 

[Maz]

Thought you had Gaz coilies Maz?

Keep up man that was months ago :rasp:

 

[Bubbles]

 

[BLUNTY]

Apex on mine to but i find the car skips in the wet But much better in the dry

 

[Christopher]

APEX 40mm over here too.

Since i live round the corner from you mate, let me know if you want a test drive.

 

[ant]

and on mine, a bit harsher yes but you cant make an omlette without cracking a few eggs.

 

[DaveJwxm]

i love the look of this car!! :approve:

 

[Zonda]

Are these the Apex springs?

http://www.bbperformancetuning.co.uk/products/product.asp?id=2296

 

[Clart]

sure, why not

 

[Matta_88]

lmao ^^^
Wrong link there methinks pal lol
The ride height wouldnt be as low as the pics of 172's on here if i was to put the kit on my 1.2 would it? or would it? *xfiles tune*

 

[Zonda]

lmao ^^^
Wrong link there methinks pal lol
The ride height wouldnt be as low as the pics of 172's on here if i was to put the kit on my 1.2 would it? or would it? *xfiles tune*

I had a late night, you lost me.. it said for 172/182 -40mm drop. Why would they go on your 1.2 ?

 

[rock]

40mm apex springs only (for now)

 

[Matta_88]

Lol ^ sorry tad confusing, i meant.
Would my 1.2 be as low as the 182/172's
if iwas to put the same lowering kit on it?

 

[clidge]

i have some on mine and they absolutely rock dont catch smooth and actually not too harsh!!! the car is a dream in and out of the corners now a must upgrade plus it looks really well too i am going to buy strut braces to complement the full package and cant wait for the results awesome