STA Eibach Lowering Springs

[John McBeth]

I apologize because I'm sure I am breaking some kind of protocols here (please forgive me, ima nube)...



But lowering the Gen2 STA should be a priority in the world so here's a post from a sister forum:





03-29-2014, 09:19 PM #1

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(Original Poster) STA Adrenalin Eibach Lowering Springs



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Hi Folks,

It has been a while since I have been on the forum.

Other interests had pulled me and my wallet in different directions but I recently turned my attention back to my 08 STA.



Part of my quest has been finding someone to produce a reasonably priced set of lowering Springs.

One of the first companies I contacted was Eibach and I wanted to share the results of the inquiry with other STA owners to see if there would be interest in a group buy.



Before I go any further please note I did reach out to the Admin for permission to post this thread.



These are the Production facts from Eibach as they stand today.

-Eibach processes Custom Private Label small production runs.

-The minimum order quantity for a Private Label run is 50 sets.

-The request is for a full set of springs lowering STA's either 1.5" or 2" all around.

-Eibach requires a set of stock springs shipped to them to measure and develop from.

-6 weeks is required for a prototype set from receipt of the stock springs.

-10 weeks is required for the production run from approval of the prototype set.



These are the estimated costs as they stand today:

-$1,000 estimated cost of 4 stock springs purchased from Ford and shipped to Eibach. If someone has a full set to loan this cost could be eliminated.

-$1,000 required for the prototype set of springs for approval.

-$145.00 estimated final cost per set of Springs for the MOQ of 50 sets.



If all costs were combined it would be a total estimate of $185.00 + shipping per set of Springs for 50 sets.



I thought the final estimated price of $185.00 was very reasonable so I wanted to share it here with other STA owners even though I am not sure if there are even that many forum members that own an STA and have an interest in lowering it.



I know it's a stretch but it could be possible at a very reasonable price if there is enough interest.



Post up your thoughts, questions and interest.

I will do my best to answer any questions and if I can't I will contact Eibach to get the answer.



Thanks!

 

[Lou M]

Hmm.... Interesting. I do not plan on lowering my Trac. But I am on another forum (BMW E31) where a lot of owners do want a lowered car. To do this they cut an OEM spring. I believe to get a proper ride height (that's kind of a subjective term) they are cutting out one coil.

Or, you can "bag" your Trac. Can't you?



Lou...

 

[Jim Upton]

Finding 50 will be tough i think, But i would be interested.

 

[John McBeth]

I just can't believe that nobodys made this happen...



This truk just begs to be dropped 2-3", not slammed but close that giant gap a bit.

 

[John McBeth]

anyone cut or heatNsquished a stock set?:banana:

 

[Henry Suarez]

I just purchased taller tires to cover the gap a little....It looks ok I guess.

 

[FST CS6]

I'd be in for a set at that cost. Keep us posted.