To those on coilovers, a few questions...
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To those on coilovers, a few questions...
I originally posted this on G35driver.com, but got very little answers, so please bear with me. I searched the other side in the general suspension/brake forum, and I've searched in the 07+ forum, but my questions are a little more specific than the topics I found so any responses would be helpful. I didn't get many responses there, so I thought I might get more help here.
I'm looking into suspension mods for my 08' G35 sport sedan, specifically coil overs, until Hotchkis has their sways ready for me to decide between theirs and Stillens. The suspension on our car is much too soft, has far too much body roll than I prefer, and is far too underdamped. I came from a Mustang with full suspension (H&R sports, Bilstein HDs, Maximum Motorsports parts, etc etc) and the two don't compare (sadly). Not even close.
Here's where I'm at:
*I can live with a higher spring rate (I'm used to it) and a stiffer shock/strut.
*I don't mind sacrificing ride quality for better handling.
*I'll be dropping it an inch at most, maybe even less.
*It must NOT creak/pop/thud/etc after installation from the COs.*Very important*
*I don't mind paying the premium for a CO versus springs/shocks.
*Installation isn't an issue as I have access to a lift and air tools.
*Shock/strut body must be galvanized at minimum, stainless is even better (salty air here).
*The car is street driven and will not be tracked, so I don't necessarily need a $2000+ CO. The Mustang was never tracked either.
Here's my questions pertaining to CO's:
1. What brand are you running?
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc.
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor?
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please.
5. How much lower than stock did you drop?
6. Any strange noises after the drop?
7. Are you running A/M end links?
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand?
11. Anything else to add?
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know).
So, any feedback/recommendations from those of you with personal experience is greatly appreciated. I come from a domestic/european market, so many of the brands here (the non "big name" ones) are unknown to me.
I'm looking into suspension mods for my 08' G35 sport sedan, specifically coil overs, until Hotchkis has their sways ready for me to decide between theirs and Stillens. The suspension on our car is much too soft, has far too much body roll than I prefer, and is far too underdamped. I came from a Mustang with full suspension (H&R sports, Bilstein HDs, Maximum Motorsports parts, etc etc) and the two don't compare (sadly). Not even close.
Here's where I'm at:
*I can live with a higher spring rate (I'm used to it) and a stiffer shock/strut.
*I don't mind sacrificing ride quality for better handling.
*I'll be dropping it an inch at most, maybe even less.
*It must NOT creak/pop/thud/etc after installation from the COs.*Very important*
*I don't mind paying the premium for a CO versus springs/shocks.
*Installation isn't an issue as I have access to a lift and air tools.
*Shock/strut body must be galvanized at minimum, stainless is even better (salty air here).
*The car is street driven and will not be tracked, so I don't necessarily need a $2000+ CO. The Mustang was never tracked either.
Here's my questions pertaining to CO's:
1. What brand are you running?
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc.
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor?
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please.
5. How much lower than stock did you drop?
6. Any strange noises after the drop?
7. Are you running A/M end links?
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand?
11. Anything else to add?
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know).
So, any feedback/recommendations from those of you with personal experience is greatly appreciated. I come from a domestic/european market, so many of the brands here (the non "big name" ones) are unknown to me.
Sharif at Forged Peformance will help you with every possible question that you have regarding any area of this car..He knows these cars tremendously well.... (770)792-0202.. Sharif,Ryan, or Sandy will help u..Customer service is incredible with forged performance...
Do you know what Coils are availible for the sedan? as I am unaware of them.... But I am going with KWs this weekend and they seem to be the type of system you are wanting... 2000s... made well ... no noise... great adjustablity.... Stay away from BC or Megan as they tend to make a lil noise...
^^^ This is getting a lil rediculous jake... 
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There's a guy (BLUESLATE) on G35driver that's on JIC prototypes. I PMd him about the setup. Other than those, I've only found Teins or BC/Megan, but the BC/Megan were supposed to be noisy and clunk so they're out.
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1. What brand are you running? JIC Magic
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
1. What brand are you running? JIC Magic
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
Do you have a reason that JICs are better than KWs? Cause Id love to hear it...
1. What brand are you running? JIC Magic
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
2. Why did you choose this particular brand? A technical answer would be preferred, rather than "they're the ****," etc. JIC is just a better coil than KW
3. Where did you make the purchase, ie store/vendor? LOU@amplified ... he gots the deals
4. How much did you pay? If you don't want to post, PM me please. no comment
5. How much lower than stock did you drop? ... i like my cars slammed
6. Any strange noises after the drop? nope i think it depends on who installs it
7. Are you running A/M end links? i have camber and toe kit for the rears ... waiting for the fronts arms to come out
8. If "yes," to #7, what brand?
9. At what drop amount are end links considered "necessary?"
10. Are you happy with your purchase, or do you wish you chose a different brand? im really happy no regrets at all ....
11. Anything else to add? i tried a soft setting the ride feels nice .... i tired medium and hard ... they all feel dope .... made my car handle alot better
12. And most importantly, what brands/models will work on my car (if you know). i think jic prob has something for ur car ...
Well I have talked to Lou at ampd several times about the jic coilovers...From what I have heard they have more adjustment then the KWS....I have seen them in person and must say they are extremely nice and well built for sure...
oh I thought KWs had double the adjustablity... maybe i was wrong... well see tomorrow...
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The separate and independent compression and rebound damping options allow a truly individual driving set-up. These unique systems with the 3 individually adjustable components, allows for adjustment of the compression of the damper in the low-speed range, while the highspeed set-up, so decisive for driving comfort, has been preset by our engineers.
this is for KW variant 3's. I might be mistaken.
• Independently adjustable damping technology -rebound and compression damping
• "inox-line" stainless steel technology
• Individual height adjustment
• German TUEV-tested adjustment parameters
• High-quality components for long life
• Comprehensive documentation for ease of use
• Infinitely adjustable rebound damping
• 14- level adjustable compression damping
• Unique, independently functioning damping power adjustment
this is for KW variant 3's. I might be mistaken.
• Independently adjustable damping technology -rebound and compression damping
• "inox-line" stainless steel technology
• Individual height adjustment
• German TUEV-tested adjustment parameters
• High-quality components for long life
• Comprehensive documentation for ease of use
• Infinitely adjustable rebound damping
• 14- level adjustable compression damping
• Unique, independently functioning damping power adjustment
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