Coilovers
08-25-2007, 08:06 AM
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08-25-2007, 08:18 AM
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08-25-2007, 08:46 AM
#10
Yeah, I've heard many more stories about them failing than stories about how good they are. Somewhere on one of these forums a guy had a pair of dampers on his K-sports bend on him. I'd say the peace of mind is worth the extra 300 spent on Megans or Stances.
08-28-2007, 07:57 AM
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KTS (from SPL)
KW Variant 3
DMS 40 or 50 mm
09-12-2007, 11:23 AM
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In the $1000 range, KTS from SPL Parts is a good choice.
If you're willing to spend more, JIC FLT-A2 coilovers are pretty popular. Also, HKS Hypermax II coilovers are probably the best developed coilovers out there.
Whatever you get, make sure that it has adjustable spring perches and adjustable shock positioning. The spring perches will allow you to set ride height and spring preload. The shock positioning will allow you to set the shocks so that they will hit the bump stops right before your tire bottoms out in the fender. This is really important for maximizing your suspension travel. Let us know what you decide on.
If you're willing to spend more, JIC FLT-A2 coilovers are pretty popular. Also, HKS Hypermax II coilovers are probably the best developed coilovers out there.
Whatever you get, make sure that it has adjustable spring perches and adjustable shock positioning. The spring perches will allow you to set ride height and spring preload. The shock positioning will allow you to set the shocks so that they will hit the bump stops right before your tire bottoms out in the fender. This is really important for maximizing your suspension travel. Let us know what you decide on.
09-12-2007, 11:37 AM
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