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Old 08-22-17, 03:22 PM
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Default Coilovers. What do you have and why?

Looking to drop it on coils.
So far there is ebay stuff.
BC $750 ebay
Megan $1000 ebay
Tien $800 but 2-3 month wait
Tanabe $1000 ish

what do you guys have and why??
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Tanabe here. Main reason is because the fender gap on the CT is horrid. Also, the ride is a lot sportier.
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Guys on Miata forums says tanabe sucks vs Tien.
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Originally Posted by gshadow325
Guys on Miata forums says tanabe sucks vs Tien.
That is a poor data point and frame of reference, part (especially aftermarket) compatibility/performance is dependent on vehicle.

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Originally Posted by RonSwanson
That is a poor data point and frame of reference, part (especially aftermarket) compatibility/performance is dependent on vehicle.
That is very true, I only referenced one car type that's similar in size. I have D2 in my Volvo and it is good. I sold a ton of Megan for customers in the past.Also sold a ton of tanabe and Tien also but that's for clients back when the big 3 piece wings West wings were the hot stuff.

Thats then this is now.
Tien and tanabe is coming from Japan, only rsr is available now but it's coming in at $1750. I don't know if this car should get this level of suspension since it's a daily.
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I've heard the bc's are good especially with the swift spring upgrade
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Originally Posted by 21pirates
I've heard the bc's are good especially with the swift spring upgrade
care to elaborate? i dont know what a swift upgrade is
thanks
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It's an upgraded spring option offered by BC rides better and handles better
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