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Old 09-21-07, 12:26 PM
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I found some used Kei office coils, but i was wondering what i should be looking at to determine if these are in good shape/quality... 650CAD

Do u guys think they are worth it??? THanks in advance!

Kei Office Erfolgkei Type TDII

Application: Toyota Supra, Soarer; Lexus SC300, SC400 - JZA80, JZZ30, JZZ31, etc.

Non-dampening adjustable

Lower collar height adjustable

says they are in excellent condition







Old 09-21-07, 02:07 PM
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one good rule in buying used suspension.

Dont buy used suspension.
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unless u have ridden on them b4 u buy.
Old 09-21-07, 03:04 PM
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and you know wut to look for.
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Ya the shocks could be blown, you never kno.
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I agree...
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i almost bought some, but then i thought about the used factor, and to get these rebuilt is a biatch...
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You minus well flip a coin because its hard to tell by looking. I have bought used coilovers in the past and there was nothing wrong with them. You can get the Kei office coilovers rebuilt but it will be hard to get them there and will probably be awhile until you get them back. The type TDII's ride pretty decent. Make the wise decision.
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Originally Posted by HELLAFLUSH
You minus well flip a coin because its hard to tell by looking. I have bought used coilovers in the past and there was nothing wrong with them. You can get the Kei office coilovers rebuilt but it will be hard to get them there and will probably be awhile until you get them back. The type TDII's ride pretty decent. Make the wise decision.
thats whut i meant to say, but i was in a hurry
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thanks for all the input... my decision got a lot easier... he sold them....

now its back to tein ss or megan
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Originally Posted by justenzo
thanks for all the input... my decision got a lot easier... he sold them....

now its back to tein ss or megan
STANCE!!! you will not regret it!
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just get new ones. you dont know what these have been through
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