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Russkii 08-05-2014 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MindBomber (Post 8512511)
I would choose the Koni/GC arrangement but Progress Technology coilovers are an excellent alternative. A testament to PT quality is TRD sub-contracting them to manufacture coilovers for them.

So I was looking at that PT brand and I was confused with the spring rate. What does that mean and is there difference in price? (I don't know much about coilovers or just everything in general, still learning LOL). That's a complete set that I just put on and everything is good to go?

MindBomber 08-05-2014 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Russkii (Post 8512659)
So I was looking at that PT brand and I was confused with the spring rate. What does that mean and is there difference in price? (I don't know much about coilovers or just everything in general, still learning LOL). That's a complete set that I just put on and everything is good to go?

The site provides an outline of the ideal spring rates for the differing applications. To learn more about spring rates go to Google and start searching.

I don't believe there is a difference in price based on the spring rate you choose. Yes, they are a complete set.

The vendors on Honda-Tech generally have very good prices if you're not looking to buy locally.

Russkii 08-05-2014 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MindBomber (Post 8512662)
The site provides an outline of the ideal spring rates for the differing applications. To learn more about spring rates go to Google and start searching.

I don't believe there is a difference in price based on the spring rate you choose. Yes, they are a complete set.

The vendors on Honda-Tech generally have very good prices if you're not looking to buy locally.

Wait so with those spring rates wish is the best for me if all I want to do is just slam my car? LOL

Timpo 08-05-2014 11:26 PM

what kind car are you putting it on though?

if you're using some sort of old car, like 1990 Miata or 240SX and just trying to have fun learning how to work on cars, then Raceland might just be fine.

I would not put Öhlins, HKS、Zeal or anything fancy on cheap cars.

It's not like you're putting Raceland on relatively expensive sportscar right? I assume?

boibuddha 08-05-2014 11:46 PM

As a daily driver, I would go with the lowest spring rates they offer to retain most of the comfortable ride.

Perhaps you could post a picture as an example of the look you're going for? Then we can suggest proper spring rates to prevent you from rubbing your tires away

Russkii 08-06-2014 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Timpo (Post 8512775)
what kind car are you putting it on though?

if you're using some sort of old car, like 1990 Miata or 240SX and just trying to have fun learning how to work on cars, then Raceland might just be fine.

I would not put Öhlins, HKS、Zeal or anything fancy on cheap cars.

It's not like you're putting Raceland on relatively expensive sportscar right? I assume?

I'm putting them on a honda civic 1999 so it's not a expensive car at all. I'm still deciding right now if I should get race lands or not because not racing with this car or anything it's just stirctly my DD. But since it's such an old car I thought putting something like racelands on them might bust something in my car. So I'm not exactly sure what I should do. Especially since I don't want to spend too much on these. Just want to slam for looks.

BillyBishop 08-06-2014 01:11 AM

I insist that anything between me and the ground be safe, comfortable, and healthy. While that usually applies to when I buy shoes, chairs, mattresses, and pillows, I will without hesitation extend the idea to cars. I totally get that you're just going for the looks, but it's worth reminding yourself that you're tinkering with parts of your car fundamental to its operation. That's something that I personally would not compromise on my own car. I'm just glad to hear you're not looking for a 3" drop with springs alone!

My vote goes for the Koni Yellow/GC combo. If it comes to it, you can sell the shocks used for a fair price if and when you are done with your Civic.

karies 08-06-2014 07:54 AM

i know a few people who used Raceland and rokkor coils on EK never had any issue, I've had plenty of setup, the GC and koni if you want to slam your car it doesn't go that low( had to chop springs to get low) race lands are perfect budget coilovers if you want close to stock comfort and to lower your car with height adjustability.

honestly i can't see spending 800-1200 on suspension if your car isn't worth that much.

MindBomber 08-06-2014 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by karies (Post 8512841)
i know a few people who used Raceland and rokkor coils on EK never had any issue, I've had plenty of setup, the GC and koni if you want to slam your car it doesn't go that low( had to chop springs to get low) race lands are perfect budget coilovers if you want close to stock comfort and to lower your car with height adjustability.

honestly i can't see spending 800-1200 on suspension if your car isn't worth that much.

You can order GCs with shorter springs if the standard springs will not allow you to lower it as low as you'd like.

Timpo 08-06-2014 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Russkii (Post 8512794)
I'm putting them on a honda civic 1999 so it's not a expensive car at all. I'm still deciding right now if I should get race lands or not because not racing with this car or anything it's just stirctly my DD. But since it's such an old car I thought putting something like racelands on them might bust something in my car. So I'm not exactly sure what I should do. Especially since I don't want to spend too much on these. Just want to slam for looks.

yeah if it's 1999 Civic, then don't spend too much money on expensive coilovers.

If I were you, I would just get Raceland but that's just personal opinion.

If it's a brand new 2014 Civic Si, then sure I might think about mid-class coilovers like Tein Street Flex, Tanabe Sustec Pro or something.
But if your car isn't worth that much, just put Raceland.

Russkii 08-06-2014 08:15 PM

Thanks everyone for your opinions really appreciate it. I think I'm going to grab just raceland's for the fact that that my car is just too old and I'll be replaceing in a couple years anyways. Since all I want to do is just to lower it and nothing more.

Expresso 08-06-2014 08:39 PM

Just make sure you are OK with the ride. If they ride like shit guaranteed you will hate driving your car. There's a reason I've only put 4k on my car in the last two years.

multicartual 08-07-2014 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by HachiSix (Post 8513168)
Just make sure you are OK with the ride. If they ride like shit guaranteed you will hate driving your car. There's a reason I've only put 4k on my car in the last two years.

LOL!

My shocks are blown but I drive that bouncy bitch anyways!


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