JuxtaGT Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 Ah, can't wait to get the iON's on. I have been searching around as well for future strut upgrades. I thought the Tokico's were really expensive as well, until I started looking at WRX suspension upgrades for referance. Even the Koni's run about 6 bills for the rex. Will we have cheaper options down the line? Maybe. Much cheaper for the quality I think the LGT deserves? Maybe not...... Oh, send the springs soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted September 8, 2005 Author Share Posted September 8, 2005 actually the iONs were made with our stock USDM struts in mind. "Pinks" were designed for use with the JDM struts, which is why some guys think they are a bit low or a bit too rough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuxtaGT Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I have no doubt that the guys at iON did an excellent job matching the springs to the stock struts, I would not have bought them otherwise. I am in the camp with others, though, that the stock struts are underdamped. Obviously I am going to wait and reserve judgement until I have the springs on, a proper alignment done, and many miles in the hills before I start to think about spending a further $700 on the suspension. Can't help but think about adding some adjustabilty to my set-up. Mmmm, dials to play with.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBlueGT Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I have a feeling they will be OK (better then stock) but I will likely upgrade the dampers and for sure sways! Full tune of 68HTA, KSTech 73 MAF, Racer X FMIC and ID1000s................by the DataLog Mafia!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW7RT Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I know this topic has been covered already, but here goes, the local shop recommends getting an alignment right after my springs are installed. I've read posts here that recommend waiting a week before alignment. Would having an alignment right after the springs are installed be a waste? Is waiting a week the best? Its the 8th and I'm already drooling! Springs will be here soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awd-turismo Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 What are the appropriate alignment settings for these springs with otherwise stock setup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBlueGT Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 What are the appropriate alignment settings for these springs with otherwise stock setup? Good question. I would imagine everything would be the same except maybe getting the camber to be -0.7 to -0.9 all around or close to that. Full tune of 68HTA, KSTech 73 MAF, Racer X FMIC and ID1000s................by the DataLog Mafia!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted September 9, 2005 Author Share Posted September 9, 2005 Good question. I would imagine everything would be the same except maybe getting the camber to be -0.7 to -0.9 all around or close to that. I posted this about a week or so ago: TIPS FROM JACK: wait 1 week before alignment [however if you mark your current camber bolt positions; you'll be 99% close to on spec for camber]. Camber will fall into factory spec range (the upper end). The best way to mark is with either a "sharpie" or a white grease pen, or even whiteout. Since you'll be on the stock struts; as long as the marks align it will be close to alignment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil_O Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 Jack, Is it possible to be notified once shipments have been sent? i.e. tracking number/confirmation providing a heads up when these will be sitting on my front porch? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 +1... PM when shipped w/ tracking info...?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chappy Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 I still need to know how to pay the balance owed and when they will be shipped.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j0ebert Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Is there still time for me to get in on these or did I miss something? Seems I miss all of the good group buys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 GB ended in July... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 We may be starting another GB on these. Search on "iON Performance Springs- the Goldilocks street set up" and check out the last page. Will post more info on Monday or Tuesday. - Mr. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted September 12, 2005 Author Share Posted September 12, 2005 I still need to know how to pay the balance owed and when they will be shipped.. paypal or international money order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil_O Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 I am going to wear out the button on my mouse checking email so much to see if these things have shipped yet.... aaaaaaaarrrrrrrggggggghhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!.................................. -----> * runs out of room * Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansGT Posted September 13, 2005 Author Share Posted September 13, 2005 me too! Jack told me in an email that they were finishing up the final QC and shipping documentation. So should be any day now......yaaahooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW7RT Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 +1 aaaaaarrrrrrrrgh, the suspense, this is like waiting to open your presents when you were a kid. I'm sure it'll be worth the wait and then some! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuxtaGT Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 HansGT, I'm not clear about your last post. Have these things started shipping, or are they still getting ready to ship? Last I heard they were supposed to ship on the 9th, is this not the case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iON Performance Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Update - Just to clarify some info. We were finishing up the 3rd QC inspection on Friday along with doing all the packaging etc. Some were able to make it out on the 9th, more will be leaving on this week's US bound p/u on the 16th. All of the springs are being shipped out in order that full payment is/was recieved. There are still several people who haven't paid the remaining balance, so those will not be shipped until the remaining balance is paid. We will be emailing everyone with their tracking #'s directly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil_O Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Some were able to make it out on the 9th, more will be leaving on this week's US bound p/u on the 16th. All of the springs are being shipped out in order that full payment is/was recieved. We will be emailing everyone with their tracking #'s directly. Did I miss my tracking number? I know I was one of the first, if not the first, to pay in full. If mine shipped on the 9th, I never got the tracking number. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REM87O Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Update - Just to clarify some info. We were finishing up the 3rd QC inspection on Friday along with doing all the packaging etc. Some were able to make it out on the 9th, more will be leaving on this week's US bound p/u on the 16th. All of the springs are being shipped out in order that full payment is/was recieved. There are still several people who haven't paid the remaining balance, so those will not be shipped until the remaining balance is paid. We will be emailing everyone with their tracking #'s directly. Thanks for the update Jack! Waiting...waiting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHLEG Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Does anyone in the Boston area have the IONs installed so that I can go for a test drive? Just picked up my wagon today, and the first mod I always do is... suspension! I'm in So NH (< 1 hr from Boston) and they are shipping this Fri. So hopefully they will arrive next week and go on next weekend. I'll PM you when installed if you want. Let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBlueGT Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Do the top nuts on the struts/shocks need to be replaced when installing springs? The car only has 2500 lms on it. Full tune of 68HTA, KSTech 73 MAF, Racer X FMIC and ID1000s................by the DataLog Mafia!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuxtaGT Posted September 17, 2005 Share Posted September 17, 2005 Curious, anybody get a shipping notice / tracking number yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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