XLT FWD lowered on H&R springs [photos]

[Cris]

Part # 28633-2 FWD (Ford Escape)

Looks great. Have you noticed any increase in mpg with less drag?

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[Delzona]

The suspension is the same. Someone contacted H&R about FWD springs, AWD already available. It seems the FWD rear springs go in opposite directions. AWD go in the same direction. They were still doing research. I do not know if that affects the geometry or payload of the suspension. That will be one of my last add-ons towards the end of the year. I need my Maverick first.

My understanding is that Maverick FWD uses "vectoring" springs, which why there's no off the shelf lowering springs.

 

[Stroked]

My understanding is that Maverick FWD uses "vectoring" springs, which why there's no off the shelf lowering springs.

I read it as, only the Hybrids had force vectoring springs. I've been digging looking for someone that tried the escape springs on a 2wd. Looks great.

FWIW, i reached out to H&R weeks ago, and they confirmed they are working on springs for 2wd, awd, and hybrid.

 

[volksnuts]

what’s weird is this is my first new car in the last 30+ years that i didn’t already have the springs & wheels ready to put on the first day or first weekend.
now i’m questioning myself if it’s worth it. i haven’t hardly kept a new one over 3 years.

The world needs to see a Maverick lowered on Fuchs
You need to do it!

 

[Dukewagon]

Agreed. I was going to get the Rev Magnum wheel until I lowered It and saw that the stock wheels look good. The drop was 2" in the front and 4" in the rear.

 

[J_W_Smith]

Love it! This is what the Maverick was meant to look like. I can't wait until H&R or another reputable company releases springs for my hybrid (not a cheap $30 Ebay special...trust me...I've used those springs on other cars and they ride like s@#$t) Good Job and great pics!

 

[Dukewagon]

Stroked. The FWD has the force vectoring opposite wound coil also, but It didn't seem to matter much. ???

 

[Rob Daman]

Thanks for testing them out

 

[Ratbones2002]

Stroked. The FWD has the force vectoring opposite wound coil also, but It didn't seem to matter much. ???

How is the ride quality compared to the oem springs? I've got a hybrid Lariat and the oem springs ride somewhat firm. Just wondering how firm the lowering springs are and if they bottom out over speed bumps and stuff

 

[Delzona]

I read it as, only the Hybrids had force vectoring springs. I've been digging looking for someone that tried the escape springs on a 2wd. Looks great.

FWIW, i reached out to H&R weeks ago, and they confirmed they are working on springs for 2wd, awd, and hybrid.

Great to hear working is being done for lowering springs!

 

[Dukewagon]

I agree that the ride was already stiff with the stock springs. It doesn't bottom out on speedbumps, but the ride might be a little more firm. Overall I like It a lot better. No regrets.

 

[Ratbones2002]

I agree that the ride was already stiff with the stock springs. It doesn't bottom out on speedbumps, but the ride might be a little more firm. Overall I like It a lot better. No regrets.

Thanks for the info!

 

[Deleted member 6544]

Part # 28633-2 FWD (Ford Escape)

The perfect stance my friend. The truck is soooo nice. I believe the Maverick can and will be the top selling vehicle once parts are steady and Ford catches up. You heard it here first!

 

[Deleted member 6544]

Agreed. I was going to get the Rev Magnum wheel until I lowered It and saw that the stock wheels look good. The drop was 2" in the front and 4" in the rear.

Love the look. I also really like my factory wheel, FX4 Package wheels. I'll lower and keep the factory wheels. Great job.

 

[Dukewagon]

Thanks guys

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