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Thread: Coilovers Need help Making Decision

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    Quote Originally Posted by 320iAman View Post
    What do they look like ? Any pictures ?

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    I just got them in the mail today. I will post some images when I have a chance.

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    Cool, I'd like to see them

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    Here are my BC coilovers with swift springs upgrade.

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    Nice, I see how the backs fit, how does the fronts fit ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by 320iAman View Post
    Nice, I see how the backs fit, how does the fronts fit ?

    Randy
    I will need to cut the strut down and slip this coil perch over and weld it

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    Got it ,weld it on. Then fill with oil or use air pocket for cooling ?


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    Quote Originally Posted by pofo View Post
    I will need to cut the strut down and slip this coil perch over and weld it
    I thought they were welded to the knucle... that way on the perch is much easier, cool.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Yonkers320is View Post
    I thought they were welded to the knucle... that way on the perch is much easier, cool.

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    Technically you are welding to the knuckle, but your using the strut as a guide to make sure its at the correct angle.

    Found this image online of a set installed.

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    Last edited by pofo; 12-11-2017 at 10:03 PM.

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    Air cooled or Oil cooled dampner or Strut Insert ?

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    Last edited by 320iAman; 12-11-2017 at 10:15 PM.

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    pofo, personally i don't care what you do, but if all you want is to impress your friends with shiny then you did good. however, you did say 'track time' and these are not track worthy.
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    You also miss the part that I said I'll be upgrading to a custom set up when the time comes. But my current factory suspension was cut and I would like it a little higher and the shocks are far past blown. And personal I dont belive that the skinny little 48 mm shock for the coilover from CG is worth 2k shipped. It's was a cheaper temporary alternative and will allow me to invest money in more things I enjoy.
    Last edited by pofo; 12-12-2017 at 04:00 PM.

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    yea its a bitch, but going fast cost money!

    building coilovers are not cheap, but for the same money as those bc's you could be running a high quality koni adjustable suspension....... although without the bling.
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