Tein Racing Dampers
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Tein Racing Dampers
Ive got a nice deal on some Tein Super Racing Dampers. I was wondering if anyone would know if these are tolerable on the street. I track my car about once or twice a month and daily drive. I have a option of these coils or some JIC Flt A2. I know that these are very two different set of coils as one retails for almost double. Any input would be appreciated.
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Whether or not a coil over is tolerable on the street is more a function of spring rate than the choice of coilovers.
A recent Sport Compact Car s2k suspension comparison showed how the highest performing racing dampers can also give the best ride on the street.
If you want the car to ride well on the street, use a 'streetable' spring rate like 7/8k and turn down the damping and you will be fine.
My Evo rode better than stock with Robispec DMS-50s and progressive 700lb springs. It's all how you tune.
If the coilovers you are speaking of are the high end triple adjustable race dampers, I would venture a guess that you will not have any trouble making them ride better than stock with a competent suspension tuner. New springs should cost less than $300 all around, and your dampers probably take standard 2.5" or 60mm springs that can be sourced from just about anywhere. Make sure you use the correct spring length for your application and don't lower the car too much.
FWIW I had FLTA2s in both street and track trim and was much happier with the KWv3s at the same price point.
A recent Sport Compact Car s2k suspension comparison showed how the highest performing racing dampers can also give the best ride on the street.
If you want the car to ride well on the street, use a 'streetable' spring rate like 7/8k and turn down the damping and you will be fine.
My Evo rode better than stock with Robispec DMS-50s and progressive 700lb springs. It's all how you tune.
If the coilovers you are speaking of are the high end triple adjustable race dampers, I would venture a guess that you will not have any trouble making them ride better than stock with a competent suspension tuner. New springs should cost less than $300 all around, and your dampers probably take standard 2.5" or 60mm springs that can be sourced from just about anywhere. Make sure you use the correct spring length for your application and don't lower the car too much.
FWIW I had FLTA2s in both street and track trim and was much happier with the KWv3s at the same price point.
