Bilstein HD-02 and Swift Spec-R ... PICS!!!
Mar 27, 2012, 08:49 PM
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Hey I know this is an old thread, but how is your setup working out for you?
I'd like to get this setup as well on my 03 gsr. Did a quick search and wanted to confirm that bils hd for an 04 gsr evo will fit my 03 gsr (tire rack doesn't have a part number for an 03).
I'd like to get this setup as well on my 03 gsr. Did a quick search and wanted to confirm that bils hd for an 04 gsr evo will fit my 03 gsr (tire rack doesn't have a part number for an 03).
Mar 28, 2012, 05:01 AM
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I just ordered new HD's and Spec-R's 
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
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Mar 28, 2012, 10:58 AM
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I just ordered new HD's and Spec-R's
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
I have all of the aforementioned mods (H&R Front bar, Works rear bar, TRE rear diff) and I find that I have to keep the rear bar on its softest setting to keep the car close to neutral. IMO with just a front bar, rear diff, and stock rear bar the car was perfectly neutral.
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Mar 28, 2012, 07:13 PM
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Me too I spent good money on stance gr + pro but winter driving them is too much maintenance for me.
Where did you get your bils hd/spec r's? Everyone seems out right now (bils hd) and I think I missed out on the last shipment from gtworks.
Where did you get your bils hd/spec r's? Everyone seems out right now (bils hd) and I think I missed out on the last shipment from gtworks.
I just ordered new HD's and Spec-R's
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
I've been riding on KYB's and Tein springs for the last 4 years
I'm so used to this setup, I really hope the Bilstein/Swift combo is as good as everyone says, I could have gotten coilovers for the same price.
For the guys already running HD/Swifts, do you run sway bars also? Any input on the Tanabe rear/Whiteline front sways on this setup??
Mar 29, 2012, 05:42 AM
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. Someone stated revalve to make them stiffer? Any more info on that? That's my concern that this HD/Swift combo won't be as stiff as I'm hoping. I almost bought D2 coilovers...As for the diff, when I get my clutch installed, I'm gonna pull the diff and re-arrange the plates/add new bushings but for now I'm holding off on that and the sways.
I'm done driving my car in the winter. It never saw a winter until 2 years ago and I drove it this past winter and I get sick to my stomach when I look under the car now. I've been spending quite a bit of time trying to turn it around, sanding and grinding trying to get the car back to new condition. Save winter for a cheap vehicle, I will be buying a mid 90's Impreza or CJ Jeep for next winter.
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Mar 30, 2012, 05:38 PM
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so is anyone using any camber plates on the front with these setup?
if not, how even is tire wear at the track with R compound tires if it doesn't have enough camber?
seems like by the time you add camber plates to the cost of this setup, it comes out the same price as a good set of coilovers and is still heavier
if not, how even is tire wear at the track with R compound tires if it doesn't have enough camber?
seems like by the time you add camber plates to the cost of this setup, it comes out the same price as a good set of coilovers and is still heavier
Mar 30, 2012, 05:59 PM
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Interesting, that's seems to be contrary to what others say about running a bigger rear sway. Most say it induces tri-poding. Good to hear a positive opinion.
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Mar 30, 2012, 06:22 PM
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so is anyone using any camber plates on the front with these setup?
if not, how even is tire wear at the track with R compound tires if it doesn't have enough camber?
seems like by the time you add camber plates to the cost of this setup, it comes out the same price as a good set of coilovers and is still heavier
if not, how even is tire wear at the track with R compound tires if it doesn't have enough camber?
seems like by the time you add camber plates to the cost of this setup, it comes out the same price as a good set of coilovers and is still heavier
Mar 30, 2012, 09:09 PM
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Any suggestions as to how many miles before the Bilsteins need to be rebuilt, replaced? I have 50K on the original struts, car is a daily driver with a few road race and ax sessions a year. Car is an '05 MR with swift springs and a perrin front bar. Thanks.
Jul 17, 2012, 07:08 AM
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My recommendation would be to get the front bar for sure, then, if you haven't already, fix/upgrade your rear diff, and only then consider going to a bigger rear bar.
I have all of the aforementioned mods (H&R Front bar, Works rear bar, TRE rear diff) and I find that I have to keep the rear bar on its softest setting to keep the car close to neutral. IMO with just a front bar, rear diff, and stock rear bar the car was perfectly neutral.
l8r)
I have all of the aforementioned mods (H&R Front bar, Works rear bar, TRE rear diff) and I find that I have to keep the rear bar on its softest setting to keep the car close to neutral. IMO with just a front bar, rear diff, and stock rear bar the car was perfectly neutral.
l8r)
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