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  1. Dhabutcher

    Dhabutcher New Member

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    #2 Dhabutcher, Apr 3, 2010
    intrested in field testing in wyoming?[​IMG]
     
  2. drksilvermini

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    #3 drksilvermini, Apr 4, 2010
    Does ABF offer springs for R53's?
     
  3. mike@MynesTuned

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    #4 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 5, 2010
    If you'd like a set, then let me know and i'll make the arrangements.

    We've done a lot of field testing prior to releasing this product both on the tracks and on the streets... we do not use customers' cars for testing, that's not how we do it... nonetheless, thanks for the offer :)
     
  4. mike@MynesTuned

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    #5 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 5, 2010
    Nope. The Springs are for the R56 only.
     
  5. Nathan

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    #6 Nathan, Apr 5, 2010
    Are these the springs that are on the ABF Road Tour MINIs?
     
  6. mike@MynesTuned

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    #7 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 5, 2010
    Yep Yep... :)
     
  7. Nathan

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    #8 Nathan, Apr 5, 2010
    Oh..these are nice springs. I had the chance to flog a few MINIs with these at the ABF Road Tour and since Wednesday I've been in a '10 R56 S while a new clutch is being fitted. The springs made a big difference in handling capabilities. Didn't drive the Road Tour cars around town so can't comment on ride quality.
     
  8. mike@MynesTuned

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    #9 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 5, 2010
    ah, sounds like someone is ready for an upgrade ;)
     
  9. Rally

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    #10 Rally, Apr 5, 2010
    ;)
     
  10. TheWanderer

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    #11 TheWanderer, Apr 5, 2010
    Wait, those pics are with the springs installed?
     
  11. MINI Fireman

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    #12 MINI Fireman, Apr 5, 2010
    Why so pricey for springs only? Must be made of unobtanium.
     
  12. mike@MynesTuned

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    #13 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 6, 2010
    Correct.

    They are Eibach springs with Custom spring rates (which qualifies for the SPEC Series later this year). There are many other springs out on the market, choose the one that best fits your budget. :Thumbsup:
     
  13. 808statemini

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    #14 808statemini, Apr 8, 2010
    I have the jcw suspension and was wondering how these springs would compare. Also where can we get these springs
     
  14. mike@MynesTuned

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    #15 mike@MynesTuned, Apr 10, 2010
    We have two factory JCW's and both sit up like they are going off-roading. Not sure if that's the case here for you. You can get them from me and i can ship them over via USPS, have to get you an exact quote on shipping cost :)
     
  15. andyroo

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    #16 andyroo, Apr 15, 2010
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    Price is fine....springs for Subarus are more.

    What's the drop and spring rates?

    MAJOR kudos for resisting the temptation to drop the car 2 inches and expecting to go fast at the track....i'm sure it's a huge reason why these springs are fast. :)

    - drew
     
  16. Tüls

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    #17 Tüls, Apr 23, 2010
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    people like dropping cars low. To each their own. Style and performance are not always synonymous.
     
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    #18 andyroo, Apr 23, 2010
    Edited to be more clear.
     
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    #19 Tüls, Apr 23, 2010
    Haha. Fair enough. Thanks.
     
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    #20 andyroo, Apr 23, 2010
    Heh....the people that are really good at lowering their car really far without rubbing and can do it right actually know a lot about suspension, so they're okay in my book. Like rally on here. :)
     
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    #21 Tüls, Apr 23, 2010
    Yea. I know what you mean. ;) :D