Springs vs Coilovers

[IDV8]

I'm running a stock DC5 and want to drop it a couple of CM, probably an inch exactly. I figured I could just buy some Kings Springs and have them installed, would save a hell of a lot of $$ (this will go towards an exhaust or CAI setup). I use my car as a daily and absolutely no track use.

So what would be the difference besides price - and how exact can I be about vehicle height? Thanks!

BC Coilovers: $1150
King Springs: ~$300

[charliebrown]

Go springs... i can't stand coilovers. Springs was uncomfortably bouncy, but coilovers frickin hurt. 2nd hand king springs $100 win

[GU357]

Go springs... i can't stand coilovers. Springs was uncomfortably bouncy, but coilovers frickin hurt. 2nd hand king springs $100 win

did u try adjusting the dampers, the only difference between coils and springs is that the coils have the ability to control bouncy ness. if its not bouncy enough its just hard.

[IDV8]

Thanks for the reply! Good to know, would much rather go the cheaper route so I have more $$ for engine mods. Can you be pretty specific about how low you want your car? As in if I take them in to be installed and specify the height I want can they arrange them to that height? Main goal is to be just above the wheel by an inch or so, haven't properly measured yet.

[jdm18c]

Just depends on the springs you get man..
If its just for street and on budget I'd get springs coils is abit of a wank illness you wanna track it or adjust the settings every now and again

[IDV8]

Kings Springs are the best you can get for daily use isn't it? Just going by some research I've done, seem to be a very popular option.

[mocchi]

Kings Springs are the best you can get for daily use isn't it? Just going by some research I've done, seem to be a very popular option.

Makita Lows are the most popular ones and they can be used on all cars.






























natsrs

2nd hand kings probably good for you.

[DakDak]

IDV8 also be wary that if you pair aftermarket springs on stock shocks you kill them. How fast depends on how much the drop. Other than that I think shock+springs are good for your application. I've been through about 3 sets of coilovers on my dc5. TBH I regret all of them wish I just got a shock and spring combo. No need for coilovers unless you track ALOT. like every month or something. And in regards to the adjustability dont get sucked in. Once you get the desired height your going to keep it that way, not constantly change it.
PROS
Get that drop desired
No compromise on dd comfort
Cheap
Cheap to overhaul e.g revalve a shock

Cons
Wont be adequate if its a dedicated track car

Reverse it for coilovers ...

[mocchi]

IDV8 also be wary that if you pair aftermarket springs on stock shocks you kill them. How fast depends on how much the drop. Other than that I think shock+springs are good for your application. I've been through about 3 sets of coilovers on my dc5. TBH I regret all of them wish I just got a shock and spring combo. No need for coilovers unless you track ALOT. like every month or something. And in regards to the adjustability dont get sucked in. Once you get the desired height your going to keep it that way, not constantly change it.
PROS
Get that drop desired
No compromise on dd comfort
Cheap
Cheap to overhaul e.g revalve a shock

Cons
Wont be adequate if its a dedicated track car

Reverse it for coilovers ...

burgers are burgers but cant compare maccas cheeseburger with grilld mighty melbourne.
just because its 'coilovers' doesnt mean its not good for DD
plus coilover is just what you call shocks inside springs.
stock shocks and springs are also 'coilovers'.

nigs got good review.
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthr...DFV-Suspension.

i think cons for aftermarket coilovers would primarily be cost.

[u mad?]

you guys should have bought lancers.


coilovers all the way

brb adjust to any height you want
brb adjust from soft to hard damper, choose the right coilovers and you can have the ride only slightly firmer then stock on softest settings
brb you can just part them out when you sell the car
brb would rather have coilovers with no engine mods over ghetto ass king spring and 1kw gaining intake


if you drive your car even slighty enthusiasticly around twisties, go with coilovers.


imo anyway.

[getm_up]

you guys should have bought lancers.


coilovers all the way

brb adjust to any height you want
brb adjust from soft to hard damper, choose the right coilovers and you can have the ride only slightly firmer then stock on softest settings
brb you can just part them out when you sell the car
brb would rather have coilovers with no engine mods over ghetto ass king spring and 1kw gaining intake


if you drive your car even slighty enthusiasticly around twisties, go with coilovers.


imo anyway.

Fully adjustable coilovers you cant go wrong.
Springs are got cheap ass's

[butterfingers]

you guys should have bought lancers.


coilovers all the way

brb adjust to any height you want
brb adjust from soft to hard damper, choose the right coilovers and you can have the ride only slightly firmer then stock on softest settings
brb you can just part them out when you sell the car
brb would rather have coilovers with no engine mods over ghetto ass king spring and 1kw gaining intake


if you drive your car even slighty enthusiasticly around twisties, go with coilovers.


imo anyway.

its true guys