[s-cars] Eibach/Bilstein droop revisited

[Lee Levitt]

I wrote:

> And I run 255/40 17" Toyos on an Eibach/Bilstein avant with no
> problems (in the rear). Note-I do get minor rub at full lock when
> reversing, and have not yet loaded my car since installing the tires.
>


<sigh>

I spoke too soon. I had my car lightly loaded today (full tank of gas, wife
and 2 kids in car, a small amount of luggage) and did get some rubbing on
compression. The right rear tire rubs against the end of the middle bumper
trim piece.

Nere's the rub. I had my rear shocks replaced yesterday, and it looks to me
like I'm not sitting flat anymore, but that the rear is a bit lower than the
front. I have not had a chance to measure, but will tomorrow.

Given a nicely balanced Eibach/Bilstein setup, what would have changed with
the R&R of the rear shocks to cause the rear of the car to droop?

I'm not pleased.

Lee