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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 03:54 PM
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thanks, read all your guys' comments.

For function and form, are they a reputable suspension brand? I looked at their coils, and they look like toys, with their bright orange coils. Not saying anything bad, just wondering. I am still debating between kw 2 used, bc br, and function and form. Like I said before, prob NEVER going to track the car, want a drop to eliminate wheel gap, and like oem ride quality. Also, I don't know how many people actually adjust their dampening, but it seems like it would be much easier with an anjustable rear dampening extender and an option to rebuild if anything fails. Would you guys say NEW func and form 2, NEW BC, and USED KW 2 are on the same level in term of how much i will spend getting them? All around the same price.
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 05:15 PM
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what about if you buy Tomeis hks coils he's had for sell..... those are sweet coils, but he wont budge below 1000
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 05:23 PM
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^^^ plus you can adjust the dampening from the bottom of the coil.
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 05:30 PM
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I have BC BR FWIW

I have had zero problems and have had them on the car for a year. The ride quality depends on what I set the dampening at.
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 07:04 PM
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Yea I saw those. Can't remember if they were oem or true coils. Im looking to stick with oem coils. Plus, they are discontinued, or hard to find around here? If that is the case, I don't want the hassle of replacing whatever might happen to the coils when its discontinued.
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what about if you buy Tomeis hks coils he's had for sell..... those are sweet coils, but he wont budge below 1000
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 07:36 PM
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they are oem style, and yes they are discontinued.... im not sure how difficult it is to rebuild (but i wouldnt plan on doing it anyways)....lol... you should call hks to see if they will still rebuild them "just in case" and you can check how much it will be also.....
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 08:08 PM
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i have decided guys: I am getting nothing haha

It is just toooo confusing, especially for someone like me who likes to analyze and look at every little detail before picking something out. Every day, more and more coils come to my attention, and I like all of them. From function form, to kw2, stance, bc, and hks rs. If I had to chose, I would go with bc, since that was my original decision. But I looked at reviews and pics of all the coils mentioned, and they all fit my needs. So I am just settling with nothing......sad
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 09:58 PM
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i feel the same way bro .... i dont want to make a mistake with coils when i really want a UAS kit

get some springs for the mean time
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 10:38 PM
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^^ LOL. Then I have to go through all the spring reviews. I will just research a little more on coils and decide later on. As of now, it will most likely be bc, stance, or function and form.
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Before you give up, my suggestion is to look at Bilstein PSS or PSS10, given your requirements. I own a set of PSS10 (purchased from Adam at Z1) and they are fantastic. I've been very impressed with these coils. The dampening adjustment is very easy and the ride quality is exceptional. Bilstein is a reputable company and revalving can be done for short money, in US. They adjust from the top in the front and in the rear, and at the bottom of the shock in the rear. I can easily reach the adjustment **** in the rear, through the wheel, without taking anything off.

PSS is height adjustable only. PSS10 is height and dampening adjustable.
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Originally Posted by stevehl
i have decided guys: I am getting nothing haha

It is just toooo confusing, especially for someone like me who likes to analyze and look at every little detail before picking something out. Every day, more and more coils come to my attention, and I like all of them. From function form, to kw2, stance, bc, and hks rs. If I had to chose, I would go with bc, since that was my original decision. But I looked at reviews and pics of all the coils mentioned, and they all fit my needs. So I am just settling with nothing......sad
Doh! oh well i guess it's no use in investing in a set of coils you're not truly satisfied with. I smell a new thread coming = "Which Springs???"
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lol. Not getting springs. The only reason why I wanted coils was the ability to adjust to my likely, both height and dampening.
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Originally Posted by Ziggyrama
Before you give up, my suggestion is to look at Bilstein PSS or PSS10, given your requirements. I own a set of PSS10 (purchased from Adam at Z1) and they are fantastic. I've been very impressed with these coils. The dampening adjustment is very easy and the ride quality is exceptional. Bilstein is a reputable company and revalving can be done for short money, in US. They adjust from the top in the front and in the rear, and at the bottom of the shock in the rear. I can easily reach the adjustment **** in the rear, through the wheel, without taking anything off.

PSS is height adjustable only. PSS10 is height and dampening adjustable.
I will look into them. But again, I know these are great coils, a little more than the ones I mentioned, im assuming. And this is also where the problem comes in. I don't want to spend a little more when the other coils can do just fine for me, in terms of height and ride quality. So basically i don't want to pay more for what I can get with cheaper/solid brands. But then again, if they are that worth the price, I wouldnt mind.
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 11:00 AM
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Went out today, looked at my 4x4 bumper tucked rear, the huge wheel gap on four corners, came inside, and placed an order on a set of coils. I will provide pics after I get them installed :]
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Hopefully you chose well...
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 12:34 PM
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i hope so too. I decided based on a lot of factors, not just price.
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lol.... tell us what you picked...lol..
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Old Jul 15, 2010 | 10:52 AM
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I would pick tanabes... pro5 with TEAS... sexy...

http://www.tanabe-usa.com/coilovers.asp
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Old Jul 15, 2010 | 05:07 PM
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I looked at the tanabe pro 5 also, but when i asked a vendor, who sells both the tanabe and the ones i bought, he said the ones i bought received the most praise from his customers. Also, it fits my needs. I will post pics when i get them installed, stay tuneddddd lol
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Old Jul 15, 2010 | 07:42 PM
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so what did you end up choosing?
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