Gold-Line ride quality
Senior Member
Joined: 06-16-2007
Posts: 1,259
From: Illinois
I didn't notice much difference. The springs will 'overpower' the shocks/struts if you hit a big bump and you'll get a little more bounce, but that's about it.
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Joined: 02-10-2007
Posts: 2,727
From: LBC Ohio
Well it all depends on what ride quality is to the person, if you want a cushion of air stay stock, if you want a bouncy trampoline keep stock shocks and put lowering spring on.
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Joined: 03-08-2008
Posts: 505
From: United States of Texas
I noticed an immediate ride improvement
I noticed an immediate ride improvement with the Goldline lowering springs. Does not move around in crosswinds or as "Mushy" and seems more stable and smooth riding. I got the Goldlines but not sure which Gen. and stock struts and shocks.
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Joined: 05-27-2007
Posts: 285
From: colorado
I installed a set of 3rd gen GL's on mine about 2 years ago and the ride was okay at first but after a couple of thousand miles the ride was extremely harsh over bumps, i think the struts blew. The dealer said their fine but i am waiting to get some more money and buy the KYB struts,that are now available.
If you can get a great deal on the gl's go for it. Seven people to me saying they're pretty good and worth it is more than enough for me. Plus if you dont like em yourself you can always switch back and sell em for your money back. :twothumbs
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Joined: 08-19-2007
Posts: 778
From: St. Louis
Even comparing it to the wife's Infinitank QX4.
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Joined: 08-29-2008
Posts: 936
From: NorCal BayArea
It's kind of like comparing Ford to Chevy without ever owning both! We have the Eibach Pro Kit with FE5 Struts and Shocks and "LOVE" it! Have never owned GL's but as you can see the majority are pleased with there purchase! Our Eibach / FE5 / Progressive Sway Bar set up is "A LOT" firmer than stock but is not to firm as to be unenjoyable as ours is a Dailey Driver!
Good Luck,
Good Luck,
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Joined: 10-26-2005
Posts: 222
From: Lancaster, CA.
I have the 1st gen springs, and the ride is the best I've ever had from a lowered car.
Although this statement is only true with the stock 17's.
I currently have 18's with a lower profile tire and its not the best over bumps.
I hit a "defect" in the local freway and it bent the rim all the way across from outside edge to inside edge
Although this statement is only true with the stock 17's.
I currently have 18's with a lower profile tire and its not the best over bumps.
I hit a "defect" in the local freway and it bent the rim all the way across from outside edge to inside edge