I've heard people are averaging about 15,000 to 20,000 miles on the Teins before needing a rebuild - the way I drive that could be 3,000 miles

15,000 miles is about 6 months too...

 

poindexter, is that normal driving miles or track miles? my friend had Tein RA(before it was stolen) on his 98 ITR and had at least 50k miles on them without needing a rebuild.

 

what about ohlins? i see their add but not many people have reviews them

 

Arent the Ohilins almost a G a corner?

 

The only coilovers I've heard BAD things about are the JIC's - mostly due to their poor customer service. Just something to think about...

 

well after the owner of JIC kicked the RSR S2k...

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by RazorV3
poindexter, is that normal driving miles or track miles?

 

How much does a rebuild cost?

 

I think for TEINS, its $200 a set, plus shipment to Japan, but thats might not be right.

For BC's its $100, but I'm unsure if that is for a set or each. Thats seems like a bit much for each though.



Now, for ride on my BC's it feels (for firmness) just like stock (4 clicks F&R). It does seen to pitch more over uneven roads, but it actually absorbs more of the imperfections (like expantion joints).

Alex, you've seen the car in action and know how much less it rolls in turns.....and it feels that way too. You seem to have more control of the car because it does roll less and it can really be noticed on the auto-x track.

If you want, I can let you feel the ride quality one of these days, you'll really notice it on the highway.

And of course, I could probably explain this better in person.

 

And if you want the most drop, BC's are the way to go. The ride height can be adjusted seperatly from the spring compression, so the ride quality is the same at stock ride height and with a 2 inch drop (fender rub not included )