What is the difference, I hear they're revalved (SLP), meaning they work a little better with lowering springs? Are the SLP version softer on the road? I have Hotchkis lowering springs, which is better for me right now?
Posted by Avengeance Z4C (Member # 2053) on :
Good Q.. Id like to know too.
I have Eibach Sportlines on mine.
Posted by DaddySS (Member # 848) on :
Do a search on bilstein - there are several posts with good info on the bilsteins.
Posted by Bill Mason (Member # 1807) on :
I can not recall the actual numbers, but I seem to recall that the SLLP Bilsteins provide a little less resistance on compression, but more resistance on rebound, than the normal Bilsteins.
This valving arrangement will make them feel a little softer when you hit a bump, but will provide more dampening when the spring rebounds after the bump.
So the car will "feel" a little softer hititng a bump, and will settle a little less abruptly after the bump. Good for higher rate/lowering springs.
I have them on my car and have about 163,000 km's (100,000 miles) on them and they are still going strong. Love 'em.
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
As DaddySS mentioned, do a search, ...there are quite a few threads on this topic. I believe Bill is correct as well. I too have the Bilstiens (from SLP Eng.) and they are great...
Kevin
Posted by Mario Cockrell (Member # 1679) on :
Thanks fellas, I'll do a search and check the Money Market Fund, I may have to write a check this week!
Posted by alexe56 (Member # 2124) on :
quote:Originally posted by Mario Cockrell: I have Hotchkis lowering springs
Did your vehicle lowered the advertised 1" drop front and rear? How is the ride compared to OEM springs? Do you have an LS1 or an LT1? I'm considering them... Any input would be appreciated.
Posted by 01SunsetOrangeSS (Member # 846) on :
I too have the Hotchkis lowering springs and Bilstein sport shocks. Fantastic combination, except the Hotchkis springs actually dropped my car about 1.75" front and rear. BMR springs will give you a true 1" drop if that's what your after.
Posted by Mario Cockrell (Member # 1679) on :
I've got a little over an inch drop with my set up and it rides really nice. I want to change out the de carbons for bilsteins to get it just right. Hotchkis, yes, good choice.
Posted by Mario Cockrell (Member # 1679) on :
Alexe56, Adding the springs I've noticed a couple things that have improved that I wanted. The car now has no brake dive when stopping. Also, they added in the 'riding on rails' effect that people talk about. There's a little more stiffness to the ride (with de carbons) but I wanted that.
Posted by 01SunsetOrangeSS (Member # 846) on :
Excellent choice, the Bilsteins work exceptionally well with progressive rate lowering springs. They are firm but compliant and you will realy notice the handling difference. Their price is very reasonable also, at about $300 for front and rear pairs.
