{"product_id":"lowering-springs-mts-technik-suzuki-swift-v-mtsxsz039","title":"MTS Technik Lowering Springs - Suzuki Swift V (AZ) - MTSXSZ039","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mts-description-container\" id=\"mts-cat-lowering-springs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mts-intro\" id=\"section-product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowering springs are the most direct way to close the gap between tyre and arch and sharpen the way the car handles. They are shorter than the factory springs and stiffer in compression, and they fit straight onto the dampers already on the car. Because they take lateral load better, body roll through a corner drops and the steering feels firmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mts-ai-summary\" id=\"section-ai-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted to a Suzuki, they drop the car by 30 mm on both axles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"mts-specs\" id=\"section-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront axle lowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear axle lowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"mts-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"mts-accordion-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mts-notes-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-note-hash=\"6b4a5a2594\"\u003eWith extra factory equipment such as a tow bar or an LPG system, the actual drop can differ from the figure quoted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-disclaimer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figures are indicative. Results vary with the condition of the car and the way the kit is fitted. Ask a specialist before you buy.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"mts-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"mts-accordion-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-accordion-body\" style=\"padding:0\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mts-compat-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col-model\"\u003eSuzuki SWIFT V (AZ)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col-motor\"\u003e1.4 Sport (A2L414, ZC33S) (140 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col-ani\"\u003e09\/17 -\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"mts-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"mts-accordion-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the car lose comfort?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBumps come through more firmly, but progressive springs still absorb well on smooth roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill they destroy the original dampers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the dampers are already worn, the shorter stroke will finish them sooner. If they are new or in very good shape, they will work fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does the car drop?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact figures are listed (for example 30mm). Cars that already have the factory sport package drop less than the quoted figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the geometry need setting afterwards?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Lowering always changes the toe angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the tyres wear unevenly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly if you skip the 3D alignment after fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo they need a mechanic to fit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The springs are under load and compressing them needs proper tools. Doing it at home risks serious injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo the top mounts need replacing too?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend new top mount bearings, otherwise you get knocking when the wheel is turned on the spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a dust protection kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rubber gaiters. They go on with the springs and keep dirt off the damper rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I still get over speed bumps?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but take them slower so the sump does not touch down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan they be homologated?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMTS Technik products generally come with TUV documentation. TUV is a German certificate; check what your own country requires before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I fit springs on the front only?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrongly advised against. The balance of the car goes, and it turns into dangerous oversteer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the tyres rub the arches?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot on the original wheels and offset. With wide aftermarket wheels the arches may need work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill they creak over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany springs carry silicone sleeves on the end coils exactly to stop metal-on-metal noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do they hold up against corrosion?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are powder coated, which is what makes them last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does 40\/30mm mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front axle drops 40mm and the rear 30mm, which gives the car a nose-down rake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo they affect the driveshafts?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extreme drop changes the driveshaft angle, but a drop within the range the manufacturer quotes is fine for normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo they settle further over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood spring steel does not sag much, but the suspension settles slightly over the first few hundred kilometres. That is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I fit them on sport dampers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, they work with uprated aftermarket dampers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the manufacturer covers defects in material and workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I tow a caravan with them?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTowing heavy loads on lowered suspension is not recommended: the front axle can go light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-disclaimer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figures are indicative. Results vary with the condition of the car and the way the kit is fitted. Ask a specialist before you buy.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mts-letsrace\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eletsrace.ro\u003c\/strong\u003e is the official MTS Technik importer in Romania. Our team gives free technical advice on choosing the right suspension. Get in touch before you order.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MTS Technik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53859600531794,"sku":"MTSXSZ039","price":713.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6857\/8642\/files\/MTSX_70816c89-4d81-4c65-8c59-eee986edc070.jpg?v=1782647513","url":"https:\/\/letsrace.ro\/en\/products\/lowering-springs-mts-technik-suzuki-swift-v-mtsxsz039","provider":"Let's Race | Echipamente Motorsport, Trackday si Karting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}