So i need to buy new suspension since within the past few months i blew two struts on the same side. The guy before me had like kyb gsr coilovers (thinks thats what type i know they are kyb). Now i have 2 stock struts. Im want to buy adjustable coilovers. But the cheapest i found are like 900 and those are the basic tein coilovers. What would you guys recommend? best bang for my buck. I want more ride comfort then handling. Also my price range i wish to spend is like 600-800ish. TIA.
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#31538, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 0
I have had Tokiko 5 way adj / H&R springs And Koni Yellows / Eibach.
Either one was very nice. I still have the Koni setup with eibach. I bought them at separate times cause I was like you, I didnt have 900 for a setup. Personally i would buy the tokiko's if i had to do it all over again. I really liked them, wish i wouldnt have sold them.
#31539, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 1
I would say that since you are looking for ride comfort over any handling upgrades, I would stick to a spring/strut setup. Last year I bought a coilover setup for two reasons: I needed a new suspension, and I wanted to lower the car, but wasn't sure how much. I didn't care about ride comfort or handling. What I got was a stiffer ride that handles better.
#31542, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 3
Big fan of Tien springs with KYB AGX's. I know you wanted coil overs but this set-up has worked well with me and they lasted just fine on both cars. As I recollect, they could be had for less than your price range. I believe I got the Tien's from E-bay K-2 site and the AGX's from E-bay some place in Chelmsford Mass.
Captain Caveman
96 RS Turbo 11.414 @ 119.62 MSNS, Crower 2 NA cams, BW366, 10.5 comp, UDP, 60mm TB, W/A intercooler, 3.55 tranny 567.9whp 430tq 97 RS NA 13.188 @ 103.87 MSnS powered 12.5 comp, Crower 3's and 219.4whp with 175tq 98 RS DD 12.5 comp on stock ECU, LTH, Crower 2's, Koni, GC, Hypercoil, DG hats 99 OZ 5sp Stocker 15.856 @ 85.97 99 GS stocker auto 17.7@77mph!
#31557, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 4 Nov-04-08 07:02 AM by Flipboi89
Id prefer adjustables so i can always adjust it to my liking. ebay would be alright? I mean i buy stuff on there just not like 400+ dollars worth. I'll keep looking for prices. So all of you guys that suggested are more more for comfort right? Idk if i trust kyb again after blowing 2 of them already. I just dont wanna worry again going over a small pothole and blowing another strut. Thanks for the feedback.
Car Status: P0140 o2 circuit number bank 1 sensor 2 Cel. Ill fix it tomorow lol.
#31560, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 5
Originally posted by Flipboi89 Id prefer adjustables so i can always adjust it to my liking. ebay would be alright?
The AGX's are the adjustables and I've had no problem with E-bay as long as it is a reputable company and they are selling actually name brand product.
Captain Caveman
96 RS Turbo 11.414 @ 119.62 MSNS, Crower 2 NA cams, BW366, 10.5 comp, UDP, 60mm TB, W/A intercooler, 3.55 tranny 567.9whp 430tq 97 RS NA 13.188 @ 103.87 MSnS powered 12.5 comp, Crower 3's and 219.4whp with 175tq 98 RS DD 12.5 comp on stock ECU, LTH, Crower 2's, Koni, GC, Hypercoil, DG hats 99 OZ 5sp Stocker 15.856 @ 85.97 99 GS stocker auto 17.7@77mph!
#31572, "RE: Your opinions on suspension." In response to Reply # 0
I recently put on koni yellows with pro-kits and love them...much improved from stock...unfortunatelly i have no experience with any others to compare. In my opinion can't go wrong with that setup.
