i was just reading the suspension 101 thread and saw something in there about "thread slip" from coilover sleeves. i just recently purchased the skunk2 coilovers and was wondering if anyone else who was running a coilover setup like the skunk2's has had any issues with thread slippage. haven't got them yet, but was wondering if this problem was a major issue.
thanks

 

I haven't had any problems with my Teins. There are two "nuts" on the threads, and as long as you back them tight against each other, it will take a lot to move them. It probably wouldn't hurt to check them every 10k or so to make sure, which I am doing, but mine haven't move at all yet, and the ride height has been very consistent.

 

cool. thanks for the swift response. do you adjust yours alot or just leave them at the same height all the time?

 

I rode around with them on the "standard" setting (as per Tein instructions) for a week, then took a level and adjusted them until the control arms were prefectly level. Took it in for the alignment and left it there ever since. I am getting it realigned next month, so I will probably check the ride height before that. Keep in mind every time you adjust the ride height, you should get an alignment, so just find a height you like and THEN get the alignment done, and you're set!

 

sounds good. thanks again for the info.