Coilovers suggestions
#1
Coilovers suggestions
Looks like my struts and springs are getting old that they're making squeaky noises over the bumps. Had a shop checked to make sure and they suggested replacing them. I've been wanting to do air ride but not a lot of good shops in town have done that before. (I live in a small town of Wichita, KS). So far by searching, most complete kits run around $4k or so without installation. Is that about right? How complicate is it to do the installation? And if I have a shop do it, how much would it normally run for basic install?
My second option was to purchase coilovers and put them in myself. Cheap and easy. But again, there are 4-5 brands out there and what would you guys suggest? Megan, D2, BC, K-Sport, etc? I want it mildly lowered and not too bouncy. What spring rates should I get?
Any advices will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
My second option was to purchase coilovers and put them in myself. Cheap and easy. But again, there are 4-5 brands out there and what would you guys suggest? Megan, D2, BC, K-Sport, etc? I want it mildly lowered and not too bouncy. What spring rates should I get?
Any advices will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
#4
I installed Megan coil-overs about 4 years ago and I still like them. Keep in mind that I can only compare them to the original shocks i had on my 2002 sc430. I lowered the car about 2 inches and have the settings half way and really like the ride, not too bumpy.
i'm not a mechanic and feel that it was not very difficult doing the job myself. There are plenty of DIY's when you search this forum, study the pictures and follow the instructions and you will save plenty of money to add another modification to your car. Good luck!
i'm not a mechanic and feel that it was not very difficult doing the job myself. There are plenty of DIY's when you search this forum, study the pictures and follow the instructions and you will save plenty of money to add another modification to your car. Good luck!
#5
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I installed Megan coil-overs about 4 years ago and I still like them. Keep in mind that I can only compare them to the original shocks i had on my 2002 sc430. I lowered the car about 2 inches and have the settings half way and really like the ride, not too bumpy.
i'm not a mechanic and feel that it was not very difficult doing the job myself. There are plenty of DIY's when you search this forum, study the pictures and follow the instructions and you will save plenty of money to add another modification to your car. Good luck!
i'm not a mechanic and feel that it was not very difficult doing the job myself. There are plenty of DIY's when you search this forum, study the pictures and follow the instructions and you will save plenty of money to add another modification to your car. Good luck!
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Guys, I'm a little confused. So I do want to swap to coilover also, and I see the kits from D2 and Megan and BC and have a few questions. In terms of parts, just buying one of these kits has all the parts, or do I need to buy springs separately? I was a little confused. I want to know exactly what I'm getting into as I have no experience with this realm of suspension. Additionally, what tools would be needed for a DIY coilover install? Would I be able to do it myself or would I have to have it done at a shop? Really low on expendable income at this time, and would rather spend the installation portion on quality coilovers and do it myself. Please let me know your thoughts. If MY19908LS does end up doing a coilover install and putting in the wrench time, a DIY write up would be really helpful to the entire forum (and myself), I think. Thanks in advance any helpful info. Good luck My1998LS.
#7
All 5 brands are very good however some are a little better than others.
We sell alot more of the BC and D2 because both brands stock their replacement parts where as Ksport and Megan have to be ordered. So if a strut blows on the Megan, it could be 4-6 weeks before you get a new one while they are always available at D2 and BC.
The D2 are 36 way adjustable where the BC are 30 way adjustable.
We have some really great deals on both brands so send me a PM and I can help you out!
We sell alot more of the BC and D2 because both brands stock their replacement parts where as Ksport and Megan have to be ordered. So if a strut blows on the Megan, it could be 4-6 weeks before you get a new one while they are always available at D2 and BC.
The D2 are 36 way adjustable where the BC are 30 way adjustable.
We have some really great deals on both brands so send me a PM and I can help you out!
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#8
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Guys, I'm a little confused. So I do want to swap to coilover also, and I see the kits from D2 and Megan and BC and have a few questions. In terms of parts, just buying one of these kits has all the parts, or do I need to buy springs separately? I was a little confused. I want to know exactly what I'm getting into as I have no experience with this realm of suspension. Additionally, what tools would be needed for a DIY coilover install? Would I be able to do it myself or would I have to have it done at a shop? Really low on expendable income at this time, and would rather spend the installation portion on quality coilovers and do it myself. Please let me know your thoughts. If MY19908LS does end up doing a coilover install and putting in the wrench time, a DIY write up would be really helpful to the entire forum (and myself), I think. Thanks in advance any helpful info. Good luck My1998LS.
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