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Old Jan 13, 2014 | 07:59 AM
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Got quoted $250 to have coilovers installed, does that sound about right or am I getting ripped?

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Old Jan 13, 2014 | 08:11 AM
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i usually charge $100. its fairly simple since most come out the box at the desired ride height
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Old Jan 13, 2014 | 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by RONSKI23
Got quoted $250 to have coilovers installed, does that sound about right or am I getting ripped?

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Originally Posted by Answer300
i usually charge $100. its fairly simple since most come out the box at the desired ride height
Both are in the ballpark figure depending on the labor rate in your city/state. I would definitely get a second quote though.
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Old Jan 13, 2014 | 09:21 AM
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I paid $200 so yes i would say that's around the ballpark....
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Old Jan 13, 2014 | 09:38 AM
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Cool Guys, appreciate the feedback.
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Old Jan 30, 2014 | 04:39 PM
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Wow those are bargain prices!

Here in the Bay Area most shops would probably charge you $400-500 minimum. Half the time to install and the other half to dial in the height (which proved quite time consuming if you are picky)
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Old Feb 3, 2014 | 07:31 AM
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Why not do it your self and spend that money on some tools? :honest question not trolling:
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Old Feb 3, 2014 | 10:00 AM
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I'll tell you guys a secret, the first thing I have ever done with no prior automotive history was a coilover Install on my Xb at 16. It's straightforward just have friends help you put
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Tofubento
Why not do it your self and spend that money on some tools? :honest question not trolling:
I agree. Nothing too difficult and you'll save yourself money.
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 10:49 PM
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Take the plunge and do it yourself. I installed coilovers on my Z by myself. Shouldn't be too different from other cars.
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Old Feb 6, 2014 | 09:51 AM
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KA8 - no time man, its already done anyways.
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Old Sep 12, 2018 | 06:17 AM
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Default Coilover install referral needed in Los Angeles

Hey guys,
06 SC 430, looking for anyone who knows a good shop in Los Angeles that installs coil overs for a reasonable price. Prefer if they’ve worked with Lexus, etc. Arigatou.
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Old Nov 20, 2018 | 07:47 PM
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just wondering if anyone had experience with shops that have done coilovers on an sc430. Just had a baby. Little pressed for time.
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Old Nov 21, 2018 | 04:33 PM
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Are people still using Tommy at Music Box in south El monte
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