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[ad172]

hi im a new member just had my clio 172 mk2 phase2 a few days was wondering whats the best option to go for on lowering 40mm. i have seen some apex springs any body got these how good are they any addvice woul be appreciated

 

[d4ve86]

people tell me apex springs are rock hard, but there cheap, ebiach sportlines might be a good choice, but im sure quite a few people on here will say apex

 

[ad172]

i was wondering if it was ok to just change the springs as with other cars that i have had i have been told that it is best to change the dampers aswell when lowering 40mm or lower. are the clio dampers strong enough??

 

[Fred@BTM]

dampers are ok, rears tend to go but i've yet to see a front shock fail

APEX springs i rate highly

 

[Ally]

Your only option if you want a full 40mm drop is the Apex springs (or coilovers). Despite what they state, IME the Eibach Sportlines don't drop the full stated amount.

I've been running mine on standard shocks for about 18 months now - shocks seem fine to me so far...

They are quite stiff that Eibachs but I'm a wuss and I can put up with them for everyday use

 

[Ali]

Apex on eibac dampers...

 

[Tom_E]

Apex are NOT rock hard...well not on mine they ant the ride is fine and dandy!

but it could be a different story with 172's??

very good spring.

 

[Turkish]

Apex are firm and a little more crashy but not unbearable. If you want a 40mm drop and only want springs its your only option. If you can justify it coilovers are a better choice IMO.

 

[Pete]

Depends if you want show or go?

 

[ad172]

thanks everybody gonna ave to think bout it tempted by coilovers