KONI and Eibach team up to produce the ultimate street suspension.

KONI dampers allow you to raise or lower the height of the DA by allowing you to position the integrated spring clips on the body by 20mm. For the front, we opted for the lowest setting. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to snap them into the different slots.
KONI dampers allow you to raise or lower the height of the DA by allowing you to position
Easier than getting a key on a keychain.
Always use bumpstops! We cut our OEM stops in 1/2 to compensate for the 1.8" drop in height and stroke.
Always use bumpstops! We cut our OEM stops in 1/2 to compensate for the 1.8" drop in heig

Slip the supplied ring over the strut clip.
This close up photo is to show you that the washer should key into the clip. The assembly should be flush.
This close up photo is to show you that the washer should key into the clip. The assembly
Slide the KONI-supplied spring perch onto the damper body as shown.

Make it a point to check that the spring perch seats evenly onto the damper clip. Don't worry, it will hold up solidly.
Make it a point to check that the spring perch seats evenly onto the damper clip. Don't w
Ok, pay close attention. Be sure to install the supplied split washer/dust seal over the shaft. Don't argue--it's there for a reason.
Ok, pay close attention. Be sure to install the supplied split washer/dust seal over the
The bottom of the Eibach spring keys perfectly into the KONI perch. If you plan on using sleeve-over threaded bodies, you don't need to use these.
The bottom of the Eibach spring keys perfectly into the KONI perch. If you plan on using

Slip on the thick KONI washer onto the top of the shaft as shown above.
The OEM dust boot will need to be drilled out due to the KONI's larger shaft diameter (12mm vs. 10mm). Don't get lazy. Make sure you re-use the OEM dust boot. It will contribute to the longevity of your dampers.
The OEM dust boot will need to be drilled out due to the KONI's larger shaft diameter (12m
Slip the OEM dust boot over the shaft.

Slip another washer over the shaft. It will rest on the OEM dust boot.
Replace the OEM hardware on the upper mounts with the KONI-supplied counterparts.
So far so good. Check out the perfect fit.

Note the way the washer sits. I'm taking these close ups for a reason...
Install one of the two supplied (per strut) nuts.
Install the other and tighten until the bottom nut bottoms out.

You're done. Rinse and repeat for the other 3. Be sure to pay attention during each step. No checking out your neighbor's daughter while assembly.
You're done. Rinse and repeat for the other 3. Be sure to pay attention during each step
Installation is a snap...just the opposite of removal.
See that dent? It's there to allow the pinch bolt to go through. When tightened, the fork clamps onto the damper. The pinch bolt acts as a stop to prevent the damper from slipping through the fork.
See that dent? It's there to allow the pinch bolt to go through. When tightened, the for

Since we don't have a proper lift, we're using a regular floor jack and a block of wood to preload the suspension. Jack up the trailing arm (or the LCA for the front), then tighten the pinch bolt (32 lb/ft), upper bolts (29 lb/ft), and lower fork bolt (47 lb/ft).
Since we don't have a proper lift, we're using a regular floor jack and a block of wood to
So, so pretty.
With the KONI-Eibach tag team installed, the car sits at a much more comfortable ride height. The best part is the improvement in handling. It's amazing how well this simple setup works. Tune in next week for the evaluation as we take the car to Buttonwillow Raceway...
With the KONI-Eibach tag team installed, the car sits at a much more comfortable ride heig

Next mods? We knew you'd be wondering. Wheels and tires. We're trying to decide between 15's and 16's. We're also deciding on throwing the whole old-school wheel deal out the window since we can't find the ones our SuperStreetOnline readers voted on (Enkei J-Speed III's). Our friend Tobin down at Enkei has some ideas...