What Springs for a '05 Neon? Want a 2"+ Drop

**Outkasted24** · 05-11-2007, 11:38 PM

I have a friend that has an '05 Neon.
She bought a set of coil overs because she wants to go lower then 2", But when they got here the coil overs don't fit.
I talked her into going with Springs instead, But can't seem to find a reputable company that offers any more then a 2" drop.
Any Suggestions?
Lead me in the right path?
Names, Prices, Links?

Tein is at the top of her list at the moment, But 1.8F/2.0R is all they have to offer and she's rollin on stock 16" wheels I think.
Wheel Gap Is not wanted on her car!!!

Thanks in advance.

-Jeff

**Outkasted24** · 05-13-2007, 12:34 PM

Can Anyone answer my question?

Figs · 05-13-2007, 12:51 PM

Most springs you'll find will only carry 1.6", 1.8", 2.0" drop. There's a reason for just a 1.8" drop in the front due to most of the weight being in the front of the car. If you want more then a 2.0" drop then you'll need to settle for coilovers.

Other then that the only suggestion would be get some aftermarket rims with a set of springs to close in the gap. Stock rims with no gap is not possible with any of the aftermarket springs offered. Only possible way is cutting the springs (ghetto and stupid move) or coilovers.

Why no gap? I don't see the problem with having just a small amount of gap, when they are too tucked the car does not ride good. Too low is not always good and you are more prone to damaging things such as your oil pan/exhaust piping/etc.

**Outkasted24** · 05-13-2007, 02:57 PM

Thanks for taking the time to answer this.
I'll take that info and pass it along to the Neon Driver this question was made for.

Repped!!!

ozzy1 · 05-13-2007, 06:31 PM

eibach sportlines. 2.0 in front 2.4 on rear

**Outkasted24** · 05-13-2007, 10:30 PM

I see you have Sportlines from your Sig.

Any Pics of your car with the springs on?

What Shocks are you running and what is the ride quality like?

Camber Wear?

Thanks for the info!!!!!!

ozzy1 · 05-14-2007, 06:45 AM

i am still on stock sruts. canber wear is pretty much non existant on my car, i rotate regularly. ride quality is a little stiff, i have ridden in a lot worse. pic is in avatar. will try to get a larger pic.

ozzy1 · 05-14-2007, 06:56 AM

here ya go

**smoothblacksrt** · 05-14-2007, 07:45 AM

Yeah I would say go with eibach. They are the best springs I have ever used. The ride quality is good with them.

05-11-2007, 11:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
Outkasted24 I ♥ Old Skool Car: '06 ///AMG Benz C-230K & T3h Old Skool DA9 (Is For Sale) My TRGarage Lutz/Tampa : 2147483647	What Springs for a '05 Neon? Want a 2"+ Drop I have a friend that has an '05 Neon. She bought a set of coil overs because she wants to go lower then 2", But when they got here the coil overs don't fit. I talked her into going with Springs instead, But can't seem to find a reputable company that offers any more then a 2" drop. Any Suggestions? Lead me in the right path? Names, Prices, Links? Tein is at the top of her list at the moment, But 1.8F/2.0R is all they have to offer and she's rollin on stock 16" wheels I think. Wheel Gap Is not wanted on her car!!! Thanks in advance. -Jeff

05-13-2007, 12:51 PM	#3 (permalink)
Figs Registered User Car: SRT-4 My TRGarage FL : 112669629	Most springs you'll find will only carry 1.6", 1.8", 2.0" drop. There's a reason for just a 1.8" drop in the front due to most of the weight being in the front of the car. If you want more then a 2.0" drop then you'll need to settle for coilovers. Other then that the only suggestion would be get some aftermarket rims with a set of springs to close in the gap. Stock rims with no gap is not possible with any of the aftermarket springs offered. Only possible way is cutting the springs (ghetto and stupid move) or coilovers. Why no gap? I don't see the problem with having just a small amount of gap, when they are too tucked the car does not ride good. Too low is not always good and you are more prone to damaging things such as your oil pan/exhaust piping/etc. Last edited by WhiteFwdsm : 05-13-2007 at 12:56 PM.

05-14-2007, 06:56 AM	#8 (permalink)
ozzy1 likes minute rice Car: it's american with jdm sekretz My TRGarage : 927312409	here ya go Last edited by ozzy1 : 05-14-2007 at 07:00 AM.

05-13-2007, 12:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
Outkasted24 I ♥ Old Skool Car: '06 ///AMG Benz C-230K & T3h Old Skool DA9 (Is For Sale) My TRGarage Lutz/Tampa : 2147483647	Can Anyone answer my question?

05-13-2007, 02:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
Outkasted24 I ♥ Old Skool Car: '06 ///AMG Benz C-230K & T3h Old Skool DA9 (Is For Sale) My TRGarage Lutz/Tampa : 2147483647	Thanks for taking the time to answer this. I'll take that info and pass it along to the Neon Driver this question was made for. Repped!!!

05-13-2007, 06:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
ozzy1 likes minute rice Car: it's american with jdm sekretz My TRGarage : 927312409	eibach sportlines. 2.0 in front 2.4 on rear

05-13-2007, 10:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
Outkasted24 I ♥ Old Skool Car: '06 ///AMG Benz C-230K & T3h Old Skool DA9 (Is For Sale) My TRGarage Lutz/Tampa : 2147483647	I see you have Sportlines from your Sig. Any Pics of your car with the springs on? What Shocks are you running and what is the ride quality like? Camber Wear? Thanks for the info!!!!!!

05-14-2007, 06:45 AM	#7 (permalink)
ozzy1 likes minute rice Car: it's american with jdm sekretz My TRGarage : 927312409	i am still on stock sruts. canber wear is pretty much non existant on my car, i rotate regularly. ride quality is a little stiff, i have ridden in a lot worse. pic is in avatar. will try to get a larger pic.

05-14-2007, 07:45 AM	#9 (permalink)
smoothblacksrt Retired asshole Car: 04 Hemi Ram, 93 s13 vert My TRGarage E-town : 1193477458	Yeah I would say go with eibach. They are the best springs I have ever used. The ride quality is good with them.