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neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:11 pm

Hello everyone, new to the forum and the Neon, never had one before. I have an 04' ATX stone white SE that I got from my grandpa, so it has that sentemental (spelling??) value to it....

I have already removed the side molding, changed the major fluids and spark plugs. I also added some new wheel covers til I get some 17/18's for it and added my Sirius radio to the factory system for now. I bought a seat cover kit from EBay for now, they seem ok.

I am wondering about lowering it though, I primarily want it to be level (ditch the ass high look) and was wondering if I can use the SRT4 springs?? They seem to lower the rear more than the front to level them out.... I have read that the SRT4 springs wont actually lower the non-SRT platforms, correct??

Thanks to all here....

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Post by **racer12306** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:20 pm

Welcome to the board.

SRT springs will lower the car around .5" - .75"

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:24 pm

Ok thanks for the reply, what do I base that measurement on? example: If I get springs that say 1.5/1.8" for the SRT4 then how much should I expect to get on the base model?

Pocahontas · Post by **Pocahontas** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:34 pm

Welcome

Chris04sxt · Post by **Chris04sxt** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:35 pm

Welcome, you'll love it here.

Passt · Post by **Passt** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:46 pm

I'd go with some Eibachs or something. Welcome to the board

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:50 pm

Im pretty set on Eibachs from my previous experiences, I am just concerned with getting rid of this horrible rake it has. Eibach shows that they lower the front and rear the same on the standard Neon, while they "level" the SRT4, hence my questions/concerns with running those springs.... Thanks

Midnight_Rider · Post by **Midnight_Rider** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 2:07 pm

Extra credit for pics when introducing yourself.

2k1MotorSport · Post by **2k1MotorSport** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 2:53 pm

Welcome to the boards!

Adam G · Post by **Adam G** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 3:59 pm

welcome

hul kogan · Post by **hul kogan** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 4:04 pm

Welcome to the site!!

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 4:30 pm

Thanks everyone, I appreciate it it, I am already getting addicted to modding the Neon LOL

Haganracing · Post by **Haganracing** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 4:49 pm

Welcome!!

Your car looks awesome!

Go with the Eibach sportline springs. I never had a problem with those and it almost looked like the back was lower than the front.

Can't wait to see more pictures!

-Chris

RADARsx 2.0 · Post by **RADARsx 2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 6:25 pm

Welcome.

bstc00 · Post by **bstc00** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 7:25 pm

welcome!

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Fri Oct 23, 2009 10:24 pm

I think I want to get the Eibach Pro's for an SRT4, I am mainly wanting to level it, it is my DD and I dont really want it any lower than it is (an 1" or so is ok though)

Thanks for the welcoming

NeonFlash · Post by **NeonFlash** » Sat Oct 24, 2009 1:20 am

Welcome Aboard I Have Eibach Sportline's On Mine,2in Front 2.4 Rear

dodge_girl · Post by **dodge_girl** » Sat Oct 24, 2009 6:35 am

welcome to 2gn

esfan · Post by **esfan** » Sat Oct 24, 2009 8:36 am

Welcome to the board!

synviper · Post by **synviper** » Sat Oct 24, 2009 11:45 am

velcome to 2uu j einn

NeonOn19s · Post by **NeonOn19s** » Sat Oct 24, 2009 6:24 pm

Welcome to the boards...

Bag it!!!!!!

LOL

SRT springs well look great on there.

Maddog · Post by **Maddog** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 12:02 pm

Welcome to 2gn!

Personally, I'd go with the H&R Super Sport springs ($130 shipped). I had the Eibachs on the ACR while driving from Austin (TX) to Milwaukee, and didn't care for them at all. Car kept bottoming out on some of the heavier expansion joints, and the handling left a lot to be desired.

srtjesse · Post by **srtjesse** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 1:40 pm

welcome another white cool i got the sportlines and the drop is pretty even it has a good stance just research allot before you do any work on the car to make sure you get it done right

SOKADAO954 · Post by **SOKADAO954** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 2:41 pm

welcome

JeffM · Post by **JeffM** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 2:46 pm

Welcome to 2gn!

sidepipe87 · Post by **sidepipe87** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 3:42 pm

Maddog wrote:Welcome to 2gn!

Personally, I'd go with the H&R Super Sport springs ($130 shipped). I had the Eibachs on the ACR while driving from Austin (TX) to Milwaukee, and didn't care for them at all. Car kept bottoming out on some of the heavier expansion joints, and the handling left a lot to be desired.

Haha I made you a believer I see!

They're H&R Sport Limited Editions from www.optionsauto.com They ride amazing, but the 'rake' will be the same. When you actually level the car the rear looks like it's sagging because the wheel openings are lower in the rear.

As for the drop, Eibach Pro Kit is the same for SRT as Neon, so don't believe the hype. Actually, SRT specific springs would give you more of a drop because the spring perch is a little higher, thus the springs would be shorter to give you more drop. I think the Sportlines give the most 'level' drop, but they may be too low and harsh for you. Progress springs might level the car as well.

Welcome!

patton98 · Post by **patton98** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 5:43 pm

well i have first get(98) r/t springs on my front and the prokit on the rear....that stance in my opinion is great but the ride is very harsh..here is the best stance pic i have

sullivan · Post by **sullivan** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 8:18 pm

welcome... and more info on seat covers??

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Mon Oct 26, 2009 10:01 am

Thanks for all the input and compliments everyone, I would really love to bag it (my truck is bagged

) but I cant justify spending that kind of money right now.

I have only driven Cavaliers with Eibachs and thought they were awesome, didnt know they were harsh in the Neon's, I will look into other options as well.
As far as the seat covers, I will have to get you the info, I ordered a "kit" on EBay. It came with the front/rear covers, 2 seat belt pads and the steering wheel cover, it was $46/shipped. They are not the best quality or fit, but are a temporary solution for me right now, I would like to find some R/T, SRT, Viper seats eventually, but then have the rear seat to deal with......

Edit: Ok here is the link for the seat covers, let me know if it doesnt work and Ill try again...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... MEWNX%3AIT

neon2.0 · Post by **neon2.0** » Mon Oct 26, 2009 1:02 pm

Here's a couple more pics of my ride....

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