H&R manufactures the highest quality springs and is called on for a special application from time to time, but its focus is automotive, with a business strategy of providing "all the products behind the road wheel." If it fits under that heading, H&R has, is, or will look at making it. The backbone of H&R's business is springs. Engineered for the street with occasional track use in mind, H&R's spring packages are available in Sport, O.E. Sport and Race styles.
O.E. Sport: Basic But Effective
Sport springs are the basic, high-performance lowering spring and the most popular spring in H&R's line for street and occasional track use. Sport Springs lower a vehicle 1.5-2 in., depending on application, for a lower center of mass, improved handling and a more aggressive appearance. Sport spring rates are typically 10-25% firmer than original equipment but are still comfortable in daily use. If a car is only 5-6 years old, the stock dampers will usually be okay with Sport springs. If a car is closer to 10 years old, it will almost always need new dampers.
O.E. Sport springs lower a car less than Sport springs, preserving wheel travel and ground
O.E. Sport springs bring the benefits of increased spring rate not only to driving enthusiasts who travel rough or snowy roads and must maintain wheel travel and ground clearance, but also to those who simply want a more conservative, less noticeable lowering. O.E. Sport springs enhance front-to-rear balance and street handling performance. Rates slightly softer than Sport springs provide a more taut feel and improved ride characteristics versus stock.
H&R Cup Kits exceed the capability of systems based on performance dampers designed to rep
Race springs are for those who want the ultimate in handling and an over-the-top, highly aggressive look for track and occasional street use. H&R Race Springs lower a vehicle 1.75-2.5 in., depending on application, and should be matched with high-quality, sport-tuned dampers. Ask your H&R specialist for guidance regarding whether Race springs are right for you and application tips such as including Triple C camber adjusters.
Cup Kits: Enhanced Street
H&R Cup Kits are the next step up the ladder for street performance. Like any quality engineered spring/damper pair, they eliminate the customer's need for guesswork, but are both price-competitive with and exceed the capability of a system based on a performance damper designed to replace O.E. components. Typically with shortened, twin-tube bodies, Cup Kits provide greater travel at ultra-low ride heights, allowing more comfortable spring rates and more efficiently designed springs for reduced weight. Cup Kit applications lower a vehicle's ride height by more than two inches, so a camber adjusting device such as H&R's Triple C camber adjuster is recommended. Some Cup Kits feature infinitely adjustable rebound damping, while others are non-adjustable. Cup Kits are perfect for the enthusiast who wants a super-low look and a comfortable ride with the user-friendliness of an "install and ignore" system.