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Jan 9, 2008 | 09:04 AM

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i have racing logics ultra complex coilovers. auto-x setup. i love em.

Jan 9, 2008 | 10:21 AM

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Thanks Andrew, That helps a lot. I was thinking of just getting the MR Bilstiens with some drop springs, but I would like to have the option of raising and lowering the car for the harsh Chicago weather, and having an adjustable spring rate.

I'm still not sure. No one else is saying what they use. C'mon people.

How much do the GTWorx springs go for?

PM sent

Jan 9, 2008 | 10:23 AM

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dont get springs bro. if ur looking to be aggressive... you meant performance? or looks?

performance: ( coilover kits )
looks & budget: ( springs )

There are many advantages and disadvantages to coilovers. And you shouldn't lump all coilovers in the same category. Some are awesome, and some are total crap that do not handle better then stock and make tons of noise and bounce around like crazy. I'll leave it at that.

- Andrew

Jan 10, 2008 | 05:29 AM

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can you give some examples of good vs bad in coilovers.

I'm just trying to get a good opinion.

Jan 10, 2008 | 05:33 AM

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Just read your PM. Thanks, that helps even more. If I decide to go to the springs. I'll let you know.

Jan 10, 2008 | 10:55 AM

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can you give some examples of good vs bad in coilovers.

I'm just trying to get a good opinion.

This thread had some good info on fixed struts vs. coilovers:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...ruts+coilovers

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The drawbacks of coilovers are that they MAY be noisy, harsh riding, and require increased maintenence. Generally, the more you spend, the better they get in this regard (not counting motorsports level coilovers which can go for 5k per corner.....)

Advantages of coilovers are the adjustability, tuning ability, lighter weight, and the ability to support much higher spring rates then stock. And less shock fade.

I posted some thoughts on major suspension brands here:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...6&postcount=17

- Andrew

Jan 10, 2008 | 12:56 PM

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This thread had some good info on fixed struts vs. coilovers:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...ruts+coilovers

I posted some thoughts on major suspension brands here:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...6&postcount=17

- Andrew

Awsome threads. I now know what I'm going to do. I'm either going with MR Bilsteins w/ GT Worx springs or get the KWs. I like how they look and the adjustability.

Thanks for all your help.

Now, the hardest part? Picking.

Jan 11, 2008 | 08:59 PM

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I'm waiting to hear some feedback on one brand, but right now that's all I can think of.

- Andrew

...care to elaborate some more?

Jan 11, 2008 | 09:40 PM

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Jan 14, 2008 | 08:48 AM

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...care to elaborate some more?

We are looking at a few other companies offerings this spring. PM sent.

- Andrew

Jan 14, 2008 | 08:49 AM

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Jan 14, 2008 | 02:20 PM

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does anyone know anything about the skunk2 drop springs?
they drop 1.4 front/ 1.3 back
rates 256 front/ 516 rear

Jan 14, 2008 | 06:41 PM

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^garbage
swift or gtworks springs

Feb 15, 2008 | 09:34 AM

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All right. I know it's been a while but I just heard that the skunk2 springs were pretty badass. I'm not saying that they are or arn't, but I do want to know if anyone has had experience with them.

I've had a lot of skunk2 suspension stuff on my si and it was all awsome, especially the camber plates.

Anyone?

Feb 15, 2008 | 10:50 AM

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does anyone know anything about the skunk2 drop springs?
they drop 1.4 front/ 1.3 back
rates 256 front/ 516 rear

I hope that's a typo for the rear rate.....516 lbs/in in the rear is ridiculous.

oversteer city then blown rear shock.

- andrew

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