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Alright, so I'm after the lowdown (huehuehue) on coilovers for the FTO.
I'm definitely set on getting some and I'd like to hear everyone's experiences in regards to the best brands and types etc.
I want something that's adjustable both front AND rear, and I'd also like any information regarding any camber kits that are available for FTO...
Judge as you wish, but I'm working on something at the moment and it's on hold until I get the coilovers and camber kit...
Cheers!
I'm definitely set on getting some and I'd like to hear everyone's experiences in regards to the best brands and types etc.
I want something that's adjustable both front AND rear, and I'd also like any information regarding any camber kits that are available for FTO...
Judge as you wish, but I'm working on something at the moment and it's on hold until I get the coilovers and camber kit...
Cheers!
Jack
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Inb4 BC coilovers are the best option.
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GTFOObsidianRadio wrote:Alright, so I'm after the lowdown (huehuehue) on coilovers for the FTO

There are two types of people on forums; those that give helpful advice, and the others
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The BCs in the white car are fairly good from my initial impressions. Might need the dampening turned down a bit to make them a little more comfortable, or you could go a lower spring rate like Ben once suggested.
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Bump
Still after more recommendations from those on here who actually have coilovers!
Still after more recommendations from those on here who actually have coilovers!
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Had a set of Cuscos in the Smurf. Excellent set.. 9/10 would recommend.
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As Bjk said bc coilovers for me as thats what i installed and know nothing else but very good reliable coil loved them
gotta get there one day :)
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Been meaning to ask what the damper is set at actually!ZFL45H1 wrote:As Bjk said bc coilovers for me as thats what i installed and know nothing else but very good reliable coil loved them
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Have used Tein HA's in Bobby .. Awesome
Cusco in Smurf ... Awesome...
G4's in Bobby were too harsh ... Did not like as much as others...
Bennoz seems to be happy with his BC's ...
Cusco in Smurf ... Awesome...
G4's in Bobby were too harsh ... Did not like as much as others...
Bennoz seems to be happy with his BC's ...
I just had to add it ......
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You certainly can't go wrong with the price @ $1200 for a full set. Come with camber tops too.
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Don't I need camber arms and/or a camber kit (?) to have fully adjustable camber on front and rear? Know where these can be sourced if they exist?Bennoz wrote:You certainly can't go wrong with the price @ $1200 for a full set. Come with camber tops too.
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Only the front coilovers have camber adjustment. To do the rears you'll need the Megan arms. Available via the search buttonObsidianRadio wrote:Don't I need camber arms and/or a camber kit (?) to have fully adjustable camber on front and rear? Know where these can be sourced if they exist?Bennoz wrote:You certainly can't go wrong with the price @ $1200 for a full set. Come with camber tops too.

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Or meganracing.com
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Try these out, let us all know how they go...
Some people have reviewed these good on other vehicles...
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FOX-Coilover ... 3398942ddb
Some people have reviewed these good on other vehicles...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FOX-Coilover ... 3398942ddb
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f**k that ^
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Foxy lady,
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Managed to score myself a set of BCs. 

Jack
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Noice.ObsidianRadio wrote:Managed to score myself a set of BCs.

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Now you just need 12 pounds of boost to get some use out thembjk wrote:Noice.ObsidianRadio wrote:Managed to score myself a set of BCs.

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If you'd like to boost my car, be my guest.Bennoz wrote:Now you just need 12 pounds of boost to get some use out thembjk wrote:Noice.ObsidianRadio wrote:Managed to score myself a set of BCs.
