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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 01:40 PM
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Default Best coilovers in the > $1500 range

I unfortunately do not have close to $3k to drop on Zeals. I work full time, go to school full time, and save the spare money I do have for my car. So please keep the "don't cheap out on your car" comments to yourself. I would greatly appreciate it.

However, I was looking at coilover options and was wondering if a few people could pop in with some opinions and suggestions?

The car is my daily driver, however, I don't mind a bumpy ride (I think my 375 Front/325 Rear Ground Controls are plenty soft). My daily driving generally takes me the 3 mile round trip to and from work every day and the weekend drives down to Melbourne.

I do drive the car on road courses and autocross, so that is something I'm keeping in mind.

A few options I were looking at were:
1. Megan Racing coilovers (track valved)
2. GP Sports GR-6 coilovers
3. Buddy Club Racing Spec coilovers
4. Tein RA coilovers
5. KW Variant 3 (thanks cthree!)

So, does anyone have experience with these that could point me in the right direction?
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 01:43 PM
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Consider yourself fortunate for not having $3000 to spend on substandard parts. Buy KWs
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 01:47 PM
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I can't believe I completely forgot about KW Variant 3's. They are a touch more than I want to spend, but then again, I've heard so much good about them. Thanks for the input!
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 02:10 PM
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It's not much more and worth the short term financial pain.
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 08:51 PM
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KWV3

Best bang for the buck available near your budget.
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 09:02 PM
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CThree, you have the Ohlins. Why do you recommend the KW's? What differences are there? Thanks.
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 09:35 PM
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One noticeable difference is a grand or more remaining in your pocket if you go with the KWs
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 10:25 PM
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The KW V3s are definitely within your range.
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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 06:22 AM
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Ohlins are in the I don't have $3000 range
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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 08:30 AM
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Thanks guys, I realize the price difference, I guess I want to know what the extra grand gets you. Cthree, you've been around here as long as I and I've always apreciated your input. Would you elaborate more on your dealings with the Ohlins? Thanks!
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