Vogtland Springs Updated
So after a few hundred miles I took a few more pics and a few more mesaurements. There were some interesting results.
First let me say my only complaint before was that the rear tended to buck over bumps. That has completely gone away and now is extremely smooth. I am extremely happy with the setup I have and I completely enjoy them. They are exactly what I was looking for, a close to even drop, better handeling and only miminal loss in ride quality.
These springs feel very similar to my H&R springs I had in my prelude. The ride feels like a good german car would. Firm but not harsh and you can throw the car into corners and not worry.
The KYB GR2s match up very well with these springs. I am completely happy with this setup.
I have never had the opportunity to ride to another maxima that has aftermarket struts and springs, my only real comparison is to my prelude, but I find it hard to think that any non adjustable strut/spring combo can give you the all around job this setup has. For what I want right now, eben if I had adjustable struts I would end up setting them right where my GR2s would be. I can not say enough that I am completely satisfied.
If there is an another .org member who wants to give this setup a go I am more than willing to give them a ride. Or if someone want to give me ride in a different setup I would like the chance. So if you are in the Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin area hit me up, I would like your opinions.
Updated Pics and Measurements
Ok the measurements first. After the springs setteled the drop even out which I am happy with.
OEM Front 28" Rear 27 1/4"
Unsetteled Front 26 5/8" Rear 25 3/4"
Setteled Front 26 3/8" Rear 26"
So my drop is within 3/8" to be even, I will take that any day.
And finally some more pics from some different angles on request.
Front and rear
