Pumped Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 guys i have spent the last hour trying to figure this out i have an 05 gt legacy wagon, my rear strut just blew out... while i am going to replace this i also want to replace the springs.. i am always hauling cases of products for work.... i always have 100-200lbs back there what would you guys recommend ? keep in mind stock height thanks for help guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCwagon Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 I chose Rallitek springs because of the moderate drop. (3/4" in the rear) If you go on Tirerack, there are a couple of strut options. I went with the Koni's and could not be happier. There are also some less expensive options as well. The Koni's are adjustable, and might be a good option for you, however. It takes about 250 lbs. of stuff in the back of my wagon before there is any noticeable drop. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumped Posted November 19, 2011 Author Share Posted November 19, 2011 thanks kc wagon, i take it the rallitek raised it up so it now shits even ? where did you buy your rallitek? was there any reason why subaru made it sit low in back? does not make any sense to me . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 thanks kc wagon, i take it the rallitek raised it up so it now shits even ? where did you buy your rallitek? was there any reason why subaru made it sit low in back? does not make any sense to me . :lol: Yes, it shits even now. :lol: The rear doesn't sit low, it just looks like it. The rear fender is cut differently than the front. Good question on the Rallitek springs. I don't see them listed on their website. They were made for Rallitek by Eibach. Another option would be the Epic Engineering springs... http://www.infamousperformance.net/servlet/the-278/Epic-Engineering-Subaru-Legacy/Detail Also made by Eibach. I believe just rebranded and exactly like ones also formerly sold by Eibach which I have on my wagon and am very happy with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCwagon Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I believe Rallitek is going through some changes and is actually for sale. The springs may not be available any more. You can install spacers if you feel the rear sits too low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumped Posted November 20, 2011 Author Share Posted November 20, 2011 :lol: Yes, it shits even now. :lol: The rear doesn't sit low, it just looks like it. The rear fender is cut differently than the front. Good question on the Rallitek springs. I don't see them listed on their website. They were made for Rallitek by Eibach. Another option would be the Epic Engineering springs... http://www.infamousperformance.net/servlet/the-278/Epic-Engineering-Subaru-Legacy/Detail Also made by Eibach. I believe just rebranded and exactly like ones also formerly sold by Eibach which I have on my wagon and am very happy with. i want to keep the same ride height, these look like they will drop the car down an inch .. thanks for you help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m sprank Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 No aftermarket spring is OEM height. All drop the car. The Epic springs lower the car about 3/4 to 1". This is mild for aftermarket. Shims are available. If you want stock height, get stock springs. Sounds like you probably have a lot of miles on the OEM set up. So it worked for you this long... KYB GR2 are a great OEM alternative at a much lower cost too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumped Posted November 20, 2011 Author Share Posted November 20, 2011 really no one makes a stiffer oem spring? thats just does not make sense... the car is my work horse , i would like to keep the ride height the same or even up and inch if possible.. something like this would be perfect, http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/rallitek-heavy-duty-springs-outback-05-08-82207.html if they only made it for the legacy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tito_b0y Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Maybe King springs? They're only made for Outbacks, but if you want some extra height, you can always get Outback-specific shocks/struts and King Springs. I'm not sure what other suspension components you may have to change though... http://www.get-primitive.com/ Click on the 'suspension' button on the left column. Not sure why I can't get a direct link. 2006 SWP 3.0R 5EAT VDC BBQ 2008 OBP 2.5i 4EAT BBQ [RIP] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumped Posted November 20, 2011 Author Share Posted November 20, 2011 thanks tito, going to email them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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