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Coilovers #1452838
12/10/2013 19:29
12/10/2013 19:29

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Does anyone have any recommendations.?
Not looking to go low just firm up all 4 corners at once and coilovers would be the simplest way to do that.

Has anyone got the eBay special ones?

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1452889
12/10/2013 22:10
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Bc coilovers. http://www.bc-racing.co.uk/br-series-coilover-type-ra-308.html

I wouldnt get cheap ebay ones. Better getting uprated shocks and springs instead


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1452987
13/10/2013 12:41
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Was there anymore info on these I do remember there was also me issues with these but can't remember what and if it got sorted.

I'd like a new set next year because my fk's will probably be past it after this winter so instead of getting them returned may just go for these.


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Re: Coilovers [Re: knight7660] #1453063
13/10/2013 16:49
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Originally Posted By: knight7660
Was there anymore info on these I do remember there was also me issues with these but can't remember what and if it got sorted.

I'd like a new set next year because my fk's will probably be past it after this winter so instead of getting them returned may just go for these.


If you get the latest standard the issue is sorted, however they may try to sell you old stock as they did with me, then there is an issue of the rear spring dislocating on full travel. I eventually got the them replaced with the modification, but it took a lot of discussion. The final product is OK but the not impressed with BC as a company.

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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453076
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Well that's put me off abit may have to go in the direction of GaZ instead


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453129
13/10/2013 19:51
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D2 coilovers are good in my experience. They are about £600, Ive been using them on track for over a year and they are in good nick still after looking at them the other day.

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453134
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I know taffy runs d2's but can't remember what adjustments they have etc I'd love to find a set with remote reservoir's etc


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453135
13/10/2013 20:09
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Top mount camber adjustment, although I run mine with Eibach camber bolts as well, height and damper adjustment.

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453137
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No rebound adjustment


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453140
13/10/2013 20:20
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D2 Racing Coilovers Feature:

* Fully adjustable (36-way dampening(51mm shocks), and ride height)
* Custom spring rates (3.5, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, and 22 kg/mm)
* Pillow ball mounts included w/ camber plates! (where applicable)
* Telflon-coated threads
* Flawless CNC finish
* 2 Keys for adjusting ride height
* Carefully matched spring and damper rates
* 1 year warranty

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453142
13/10/2013 20:23
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Sounds good but would like rebound aswell cheers for the spec tom.

Price is good so maybe on the cards


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453175
14/10/2013 09:21
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The front FK's can be rebuilt. They are only running a shock insert, so you could get a new shock insert and you'll be good to go.


Originally Posted by Jonny - After being taken out at Spa
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Re: Coilovers [Re: alexjames] #1453201
14/10/2013 12:31
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Originally Posted By: alexjames
Bc coilovers. http://www.bc-racing.co.uk/br-series-coilover-type-ra-308.html

I wouldnt get cheap ebay ones. Better getting uprated shocks and springs instead


Thanks,
i am about to start a major overhaul, respray, suspension, wheels, brakes, tyres...only the interior staying un touched.
The car does around 1000 miles per year, it wont be tracked or raced just enjoyed at weekends so would you still go for the more expspensive options?

Despite the huge list above i do have a budget to get it all done.
Glen

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453204
14/10/2013 12:45
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If it's only getting driven on weekends I'd just go for Billy's and springs mate not full on coilovers


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Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453570
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I'm sure the BC (same as D2) coilover are bump and rebound adjusted, it's all done via the top adjustment screw.

If you want separate bump and rebound then look at BC's external reservoir dampers, you can adjust the kitchen sink on those.

OSRAV are a great option for bump and rebound adjustable dampers, still both done off the one knob but the dampers are fantastic and run nicely with Eibach springs so negate the need for messing around with top mounts.
The only negative with OSRAV s is the rear dampers are difficult to adjust but if you swap the bushes around they will be fine.

Re: Coilovers [Re: knight7660] #1453699
17/10/2013 12:42
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Originally Posted By: knight7660
If it's only getting driven on weekends I'd just go for Billy's and springs mate not full on coilovers


Agreed - best road setup I ever had! smile

Re: Coilovers [Re: ] #1453707
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OSRAV are better than the Billy's , the Billy's can still be bouncy, that can be dialled out with the OSRAVs.

Re: Coilovers [Re: Jimbo] #1453734
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Originally Posted By: Jimbo
OSRAV are better than the Billy's , the Billy's can still be bouncy, that can be dialled out with the OSRAVs.


Agreed - not cheap though....


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