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Weapon_R
10-22-2002, 06:39 PM
Yes or no? If no, please post why.
BluE46
10-22-2002, 08:32 PM
they re not full coilovers are they? just an adjustable spring and a perch right?

if so, u need new shocks anyways
buh_buh
10-22-2002, 10:32 PM
I'd go with a more reputable company such as Ground Control (if your looking for just the sleeve), or Tein.
LaughingTiger
10-22-2002, 10:47 PM
Originally posted by buh_buh
I'd go with a more reputable company such as Ground Control (if your looking for just the sleeve), or Tein.


My friends got Ground Control on his 96 Integra, loves them he can slam his car pretty low.... I also heard Tein was very good..
BluE46
10-22-2002, 10:49 PM
i have ground control too. Pretty good with koni shocks
max_boost
10-22-2002, 10:54 PM
BlueE46: do you have Koni Yellows?
2000impreza
10-22-2002, 10:58 PM
weapon r coils are crap. i had a friend that put them on his prelude with kyb struts. ride was harsh and didn't handle much better than stock.
LaughingTiger
10-22-2002, 11:03 PM
I heard Skunk2's are very stiff and an unpleasent ride....
Weapon_R
10-22-2002, 11:10 PM
There are so many different kinds to choose from!

GC's are good. Tien is good but need another loan to get em.

What do you think of this:

Sprint Springs with Suspension Techniques struts for $400? Are sprint springs good?

For lowering springs, i've been looking at Neuspeed and Eibach. Any other ones that anyone can think of?
Ben
10-22-2002, 11:16 PM
H&R Cup Kit!
max_boost
10-22-2002, 11:17 PM
Eibach would be a good choice, it depends how low you go, the lower, the more bouncier, you really need a good set of performance shock/struts to go with your springs..........
Weapon_R
10-22-2002, 11:19 PM
With good struts (KYB ADJ. most likely), will the ride be very nice or still rough?
max_boost
10-22-2002, 11:25 PM
I don't know for certain but it would definitely help.....just remember, if you spend more and get Koni Yellows, fully adjustable, you can adjust the firmness to suit your ride!

So in the end, comes down to how much $$$

What is your budget?
boi-alien
10-22-2002, 11:35 PM
get some teins... weapon r's... suck
5gluder
10-22-2002, 11:46 PM
If your looking for coilovers i recommend Ground Controls, the springs they come with are Eibach. I would suggest that you get the coilovers if you plan on adjusting your ride hieght throughout the year.

If you leave the coilovers set at the same hieght they may sieze over time. I bought a anti-seize spray for mine, which helps.

As for Koni's and KYB, all depends on what your using them for. If you plan on doing some auto-x then i would recommend the Koni's, you are able to adjust the settings to figure out the best stiffness. As for KYB, they are good shocks, but remember the rule, you get what you pay for.
Impreza
10-23-2002, 12:35 AM
where do u buy anti-seize spray?
Weapon_R
10-23-2002, 11:20 AM
Originally posted by 5gluder

As for Koni's and KYB, all depends on what your using them for. If you plan on doing some auto-x then i would recommend the Koni's, you are able to adjust the settings to figure out the best stiffness. As for KYB, they are good shocks, but remember the rule, you get what you pay for.

KYB AGX struts are also adjustable!

Okay, another question:

I've noticed tons of different kinds of struts to buy. The ones i'm looking at now are Tokico, KYB, and Koni. The tokico aren't adjustable. There are brands of KYB that aren't adjustable either. Would these still work?

Remember, KYB's are used as stock shocks on cars in Japan. I've fuond some KYB Kayaba's for cheap - would these work well?
boi-alien
10-23-2002, 11:42 AM
i'd get a set of koni yellows
buh_buh
10-23-2002, 11:56 AM
hahaha, the vote is now 9-0.
I think the answer is pretty obvious.
max_boost
10-23-2002, 12:14 PM
You know what would be a wicked setup? H&R springs and Koni Yellows.......wow.......awesome handling:hitit:
Weapon_R
10-23-2002, 12:35 PM
Originally posted by max_boost
You know what would be a wicked setup? H&R springs and Koni Yellows.......wow.......awesome handling:hitit:

How much would this setup cost?
max_boost
10-23-2002, 12:56 PM
Originally posted by Weapon_R


How much would this setup cost?

Depending where you go, I would expect to pay around $1300 tax in........

I paid $950 for my Koni Yellows and $350 for my B&G springs........B&G is really good, as good as H&R, they are a company based out of Europe but makes many suspension kits of Imports

www.b-gsuspension.com
Redlyne_mr2
10-25-2002, 11:44 AM
haha Im so glad no on eput yes to this post...I run Tiens they rule.....weapon r coilovers arent real coilovers and will kill your struts inside of 3 months:thumbsdow
5gluder
10-25-2002, 12:07 PM
Originally posted by Impreza
where do u buy anti-seize spray?

I can't remember where i bought it from, it was either Autovalue or Parts Source. Ask them, but most probably they will show you the type you apply with a brush. I find the spray to be allot easier to apply, especially behide the coilovers.
5gluder
10-25-2002, 12:11 PM
Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
haha Im so glad no on eput yes to this post...I run Tiens they rule.....weapon r coilovers arent real coilovers and will kill your struts inside of 3 months:thumbsdow

Tiens are :bigpimp:, but they are hella expensive.