Euro suspension comparison

[Gerald28]

Spring rates for the N+ are:

Front 12k
Rear 6k

[sodaz]

Spring rates for the N+ are:

Front 12k
Rear 6k

How does that compare to the Flex?

[aaronng]

How does that compare to the Flex?

Flex has 10kg/mm for the front and 6kg/mm for the rear. So the Flex is softer up front.

[BusterSonic12]

Well guys.. Im ordering a TEIN FLEX for my euro from one of the traders here...Theyre selling it for $1980 (Special offer.. dunno when the offer will end tho), getting them delivered next week. For installation it'll cost $170 so in total around $2150.. now i reckon thats a good price!! its way better than paying $2200 for Eibach/Bilstein shocks. the maximum drop for TEIN FLEX is around 4inch.. im thinking of dropping my car around 2inch in front and 1.7inch Rear.

who's the trader?? that's damn good price i reckon... i m interested

[sodaz]

Flex has 10kg/mm for the front and 6kg/mm for the rear. So the Flex is softer up front.

Thanks mate. How did you set your Flex up btw?

[ALF487]

who's the trader?? that's damn good price i reckon... i m interested

i bought it from one of the traders here called MAX-HONDAPOWER
and got it fitted at TOP ONE Automotive. i dropped 2 inch at the front and 1.8inch at the back. overall.. im VERY HAPPY!! hehehe

[sodaz]

Did you install a camber kit ALF?

[ALF487]

not yet.. im still saving up for one.. probly be able to order one in 2 weeks time.. Skunk2 rear camber kit.. have to order from the states, itll take around 2-3weeks to arrive in aus.. price is around $350

[ALF487]

Coilover comparison (www.modacar.com)
Prices in AUD

(Basic set)
Buddy Club N+ $1320
TEIN SS $1140

(Racing Set)
Buddy Club Racing Spec $1822
TEIN Flex $1678

if you buy products from Aus make sure you look around and get quotes from different traders... dont get ripped off.. it took me 2months to decide on which coilovers to get and get the best price..

Quotes from traders
Basic sets $1700-$1900
TEIN SS
Buddy Club N+


Racing set $2300-$3200
TEIN Flex
Buddy Club Racing Spec


at the end.. i got a bargain.. the product was in Australia, and it only took 3 days for delivery after payment paid in full.

Results
TEIN Flex: $1950 (Delivered)
Fitting: $180 (Top One Automotive)
Drops: F/2inch R/1.8inch
Damper setting: Soft/Hard
Ride comfort: 8/10
Handling: 9/10

[sodaz]

Thanks for posting all that info mate. I just had a quick look on the net and here's what i found:

http://www.heeltoeauto.com/Ingalls-C...E-pr-1009.html

I've ordered some stuff from them before and they're pretty good. From the info i gathered here I'll only need a rear camber kit even with a bit of drop (like your setup) The link attached is only for 1 side so it'll be $150US in total.

Did Top One do the alignment for free btw?

[ALF487]

In my opinion, dont buy used coilovers.. ive looked around and found that alot people are selling TEIN SS and Budy Club N+ coilovers which they have used around 5000km-1000km and sell them for $1100-$1450.. for these prices, if you wait patiently and do you homework.. you'll be able to get a brand new one for and extra $150-$250.

And for TEIN FLEX used for 5000km-10000km people are selling them for $1700-$1900. and an extra $150-$250 you get a new one.

Just remember, be patient and do your homework.
Check US websites for prices and use them as a guide to see how much you're looking to spend.

[ALF487]

Thanks for posting all that info mate. I just had a quick look on the net and here's what i found:

http://www.heeltoeauto.com/Ingalls-C...E-pr-1009.html

I've ordered some stuff from them before and they're pretty good. From the info i gathered here I'll only need a rear camber kit even with a bit of drop (like your setup) The link attached is only for 1 side so it'll be $150US in total.

Did Top One do the alignment for free btw?

They dont do wheel alignment, i dont think.. i know the mechanics there, they told me to go to go to a proper wheel alignment place but wait until i have the cambet kit installed... so i dont have to get it twice