I replied to a user in another thread about lowering his vehicle, so I figured I would share:
H&R Sport Lowering Springs 2022+ WRX (non GT)
I went with H&R springs on my 2023 Limited WRX. From what I understand, H&R has a reputation for producing high quality springs that are not extreme.
Typically they're the least aggressive and most "dEsIgNed for StOcK StRutS." I also did rear adjustable lower control arms, because I wanted the alignment close to stock. (at the time)
They ride closer to my prior VA STI. After a couple months of settling, they have proven to be very smooth on the highway, fun bumpy back roads, and very tolerable on reasonably maintained roads. Unexpectedly, the car feels more connected to the road, has better stearing response, and appears a tad more neutral in the corners. That said, I don't drive anywhere near the limit. One completely anticipated side-effect is the stearing feels more firm.
There are downsides, as there will be with lowering any car or firming up the suspension. Even on this modest "drop" I still occasionally scrape my OEM front lip. If you go with a shit company like Aeroflow Dynamics or Ebay Motors, it will probably break the lip off... (As I have seen on a lot multiple social media posts) When on a road that is complete shit and pothole filled, they're not enjoyable as the car bangs into moderate imperfections. The only other immediate sacrifice is that my already late 90's pickup truck buzzes and rattles that apparently came standard on my limited WRX (absolute worst I've experienced in a Subaru) increased slightly.
The cost is better than a proper and pricey set of coilovers. I have no desire for adjustability, and I wanted to make the change as easy as possible. I paired the springs with a set of Koenig Ampliform wheels, with an added plus that they were a few pounds lighter than OEM wheels. I went with stock dimensions other than a very modest +45 offset from the OEM +55. I wanted to change the suspension geometry as little as possible while meeting my desires.
My goal was to make the car look much more sharp, while appearing factory to the layman adult, which I believe I have achieved.
These pictures were taken about a month after the install. I think if you didn't know the car, it almost looks like it came from the factory like this:
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H&R Sport Lowering Springs 2022+ WRX (non GT)
- Lowering Specs: 1.1 inches Front and 1 inch Rear
I went with H&R springs on my 2023 Limited WRX. From what I understand, H&R has a reputation for producing high quality springs that are not extreme.
Typically they're the least aggressive and most "dEsIgNed for StOcK StRutS." I also did rear adjustable lower control arms, because I wanted the alignment close to stock. (at the time)
They ride closer to my prior VA STI. After a couple months of settling, they have proven to be very smooth on the highway, fun bumpy back roads, and very tolerable on reasonably maintained roads. Unexpectedly, the car feels more connected to the road, has better stearing response, and appears a tad more neutral in the corners. That said, I don't drive anywhere near the limit. One completely anticipated side-effect is the stearing feels more firm.
There are downsides, as there will be with lowering any car or firming up the suspension. Even on this modest "drop" I still occasionally scrape my OEM front lip. If you go with a shit company like Aeroflow Dynamics or Ebay Motors, it will probably break the lip off... (As I have seen on a lot multiple social media posts) When on a road that is complete shit and pothole filled, they're not enjoyable as the car bangs into moderate imperfections. The only other immediate sacrifice is that my already late 90's pickup truck buzzes and rattles that apparently came standard on my limited WRX (absolute worst I've experienced in a Subaru) increased slightly.
The cost is better than a proper and pricey set of coilovers. I have no desire for adjustability, and I wanted to make the change as easy as possible. I paired the springs with a set of Koenig Ampliform wheels, with an added plus that they were a few pounds lighter than OEM wheels. I went with stock dimensions other than a very modest +45 offset from the OEM +55. I wanted to change the suspension geometry as little as possible while meeting my desires.
My goal was to make the car look much more sharp, while appearing factory to the layman adult, which I believe I have achieved.
These pictures were taken about a month after the install. I think if you didn't know the car, it almost looks like it came from the factory like this:
