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Old Apr 29, 2022 | 08:25 PM
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*damping

But yes, damping is key. Quality of the dampers is the majority of what you are paying for when you get better quality coilovers. That's why I always recommend saving up instead of rushing to buy something like CX Racing or Godspeed.

In the time since this thread was started, I've switched to 14k/12k Swift springs on Fortune Auto dampers, a reasonably middle-ground quality setup. I'd still recommend softer springs, like the 10/8 that BC come with or the 12/10 that Tein Flex come with, for a daily driver.

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Old Jun 15, 2022 | 11:55 PM
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I just got some bc coilovers in 16/12 and had the same concerns of them being too stiff. However after the install they ride as comfortable as stock without the bounce.
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Old Jun 25, 2022 | 03:18 PM
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Pretty sure my Megan EZ coilover springs are 10k/8k front/rear

I think it’s a great street rate. Not sure I’d want to go stiffer nor softer.
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