STA Adrenalin Eibach Lowering Springs

[NJPDR]

Or contact the company noted in post #53 .
But like I mentioned back then I have no experience with them and I can't vouch for their springs.
Still, it's an option.

 

[Daves Adrenalin]

Ok thanks

 

[toddyfiveo]

I will let you know. After talking with the company they are saying the springs are for an explorer. I wouldn't think there is much if any difference in them. I want to do some more research before going forward.

 

[NJPDR]

The place I contacted confirmed to me they were for a Sport Trac at the time I spoke to them.

 

[Daves Adrenalin]

Ok I'll give them a call, thanks

 

[Replayman]

Hey guys, new the forum. Just got my 2010 Adrenalin....and lowering 1-2" is first on my list. Question to those who cut their OEM springs...how's the ride quality?

 

[toddyfiveo]

Mine rides great. Pretty much factory feel it is nothing like the lowered F150 I had. I cut a coil at a time and ended up cutting two full coils all the way around.

 

[Replayman]

My mechanic is strongly recommending NOT cutting the springs...only because my STA is AWD. With the belief that spring rates are crucial with AWD systems and hand cutting them could screw things up.

 

[toddyfiveo]

Most will not agree with cutting springs. That is the only option we have with these STs. I used a cut off wheel so not much heat was put into the spring like using a touch. Mine is also not AWD so I cannot speak for that.

 

[Duker1]

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!

Members interested in purchasing a set of Springs:
1. CODell85GT
2. DocMc
3. tmsoko
4. Ryan A
5. harmlessv8
6. UKPONY
7. Destyn2001 x2
8. FordSVTSTA

 

[Duker1]

Hey CODell85GT Thanks for spending the time doing the research on the lowering kit for the STA.
Since I bought my 2010 I have been searching every spare second that I have to try and find a provider or a means of lowering my truck ,but have came up empty handed.
Started to lose faith In the idea that I could lower it until this chat on this Forum popped up.
So if it’s not to late , I would love a chance to do front and back and lower it as much as I can.
So count me in if it’s not to late.
Being in Canada I hope is not a problem.
Look forward in hearing from you
Cheers Duker1

 

[09STA]

I know this is an old thread but I figure I would share some pertinent information that I found out and I have implemented in my truck. About 5 months ago I ordered these coilovers that are made for our trucks and they work beautifully. Probably selling the truck here pretty soon and I'll take them off but just wanted to maybe upload a couple of pictures . They're made by scale suspension.
FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 07-10 INNOVATIVE SERIES - SCALE suspension.com

 

[m j]

digging this one up from the grave. is there a thread discussing the scale coilovers? they look like a good option and Made in Canada to boot, sort of