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ShorelineS14 · 02-28-2013, 04:42 PM

so, before i get flamed for not searching the forums first, i have searched and can not get a solid answer from anything ive found.
i also have a bit more specific question.
between these different choices at the 900-1000 price range, looking for the best coilover that will suit an occasional track/street sesh and normal street driving. not worried about a stiff ride, my last daily was on bump stops :P
choices:
- Megan track
-Ksport kontrol pro
-BC racing BR
-PBM Max Competition

I'm not doing competition or anything, but i want a solid coilover and these are my top choices right now. so of these 4, what would you guys choose and why?

zooopreme · 02-28-2013, 04:50 PM

Of your choices (which suck, btw), I would go with BC Racing first. And then PBM Comps for the ultimate lows with ass thrashing ride quality.

Mind you the dampers on PBM Comps are more for track use so expect terrible ride quality on shitty streets but you're not worried about the stiff ride.

Also, your thread is stupid, you clearly did not search well enough, I typed every coilover brand on google and found plenty of opinions. And I believe it's Powered By/Shop Max (PBM/PSM) not PBM Max.

ShorelineS14 · 02-28-2013, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zooopreme

Of your choices (which suck, btw), I would go with BC Racing first. And then PBM Comps for the ultimate lows with ass thrashing ride quality.

Mind you the dampers on PBM Comps are more for track use so expect terrible ride quality on shitty streets but you're not worried about the stiff ride.

Also, your thread is stupid, you clearly did not search well enough, I typed every coilover brand on google and found plenty of opinions. And I believe it's Powered By/Shop Max (PBM/PSM) not PBM Max.

so then if my choices suck, what would you suggest at that price point.
i also dont see any threads that compare these 4 coils.
and it is PBM (the brand) Max comp. Coilovers S13 S14 S15 240sx Silvia 180sx - POWERED BY MAX

zooopreme · 02-28-2013, 05:05 PM

Of course you didn't find a thread on the internet comparing all of these into one thread. The magic of research is that you can use separate data/facts from different threads and formulate your own decision. Isn't reading great? And since you weren't able to find a thread like this on a search engine, you get a gold star for being the FIRST to create this thread.

I believe that "Max" in Max Comps/Pros is referring to the brand's very last name in their brand and is not a part of the name of the actual coils. But whatever floats your boat.

For the price range you stated, I gave you my suggestions. You don't care about ride quality or roughness so there's no need to suggest saving up your money for any higher tier brands.

Hell, just go with EMUSA coils or some other ebay brand and use those. Cheap, dampers are shotty, and they are way below your price range. A couple of people on this forum use EMUSA for track use and they stand the test of abuse.

s14ton · 02-28-2013, 10:29 PM

go to market place here and see what people are selling and you can prolly pick up a set for a great deal. also you can see what people like and use too.

zerodameaon · 02-28-2013, 10:32 PM

BC makes those Megans but by comparison to their own Type BR they are junk. Seriously though there is a thread in here that compares most of the coilovers out there for our cars. A search would have reviled it.

chris_240sx · 03-01-2013, 06:17 PM

Is there a reason you aren't considering Stance or Fortune Auto? Both of those brands are in or near your price range and get good reviews.

archonftw · 03-01-2013, 06:25 PM

http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/154534...d-end-all.html

I typed "coilovers zilvia" on google and it was the first result.

zerodameaon · 03-01-2013, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by archonftw

http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/154534...d-end-all.html

I typed "coilovers zilvia" on google and it was the first result.

Yup that is the exact thread I was talking about. Honestly that should be stickied and when you type coilovers into the new thread title it redirects you instantly.

xoxide · 03-01-2013, 07:56 PM

Fortune Auto. Ive had 3 sets and love my current 2 sets. Wouldnt switch manufacturers for anything. Price is great, USA company, ride quality is superb (and greatly better than the options you listed), and they handle great on the track.

Get yourself some Fortune Auto 500's in 8k/6k and call it a day. If you have the extra money go with the Swift Springs option for them.

Research each individual coilover you asked about, and make up your own decision, coilover choice is based solely on personal preferance, and most of the people that are going to tell you go with x brand, or go with y brand dont know their ass from a hole in the ground.

yzrider450f · 03-01-2013, 08:19 PM

Yeah ^^ I have FA 500's and I love them. They only have 6" springs in the front so they go insanely low. I just waited until I found a new set for $750.

If you shop around you can find deals. IMHO I would not buy any of the ones you posted.

I've only heard bad things as far as ride quality for DD the PBM's.

ocn · 03-01-2013, 08:27 PM

i have PBM and love em .. then again i like to feel as tho the car is an extension of my own body so i like the stiff ride. you will defiantly fell everything in the road but i like it.

801nismo104 · 03-01-2013, 10:24 PM

you should look into fortune autos. billy at import image gave me the best price out of everybody. i have them and the ride isn't too harsh its actually pretty comfortable yet the car feels solid. they are also around your price range

DialedLife · 03-01-2013, 10:31 PM

Do the fortune autos go stupidly low? Or just tuck tire on 17" with 40 profile.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 03-02-2013, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by DialedLife

Do the fortune autos go stupidly low? Or just tuck tire on 17" with 40 profile.

Yes...they even come with shorter rear mounts so they're low right off the bat. You'd have to tell them you want the longer rear mounts if thats what you need.

DialedLife · 03-02-2013, 05:13 AM

Oh cool! Thanks for the reply.

SlideOrDie831 · 03-02-2013, 01:02 PM

who cares about the best coil if your going to just slam your car to the ground. killing the point of the damper.

zerodameaon · 03-02-2013, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlideOrDie831

who cares about the best coil if your going to just slam your car to the ground. killing the point of the damper.

Not really true, unless you drop it using the springs the coil will still react the same because the stroke is the same, its other suspension stuff that will suffer.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 03-02-2013, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlideOrDie831

who cares about the best coil if your going to just slam your car to the ground. killing the point of the damper.

Go back to modding hondas...

iRideFBMSR20det · 03-03-2013, 04:56 PM

Megan's blow. After a few mounts in weather they are locked up can't adj just seized up.

If you have a Grand to spend get BC.
They are great coilovers!!!

cotbu · 03-03-2013, 05:27 PM

You live where the elements effect metals, so that's not Megan's fault. Any coilover you install will suffer the same fate eventually, If not addressed properly.

Quote:

Megan's blow.

But this is true!

iRideFBMSR20det · 03-03-2013, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cotbu

You live where the elements effect metals, so that's not Megan's fault. Any coilover you install will suffer the same fate eventually, If not addressed properly.

But this is true!

True to a point.
My apexi n1 have been on same amount of time and I can fully adj every thing...
It's about the material they use... Megan uses junk metal. Apexi/bc/kw/stance ect uses the best so it won't seize up.

Lol yes Megan's blow lol

Maryland is a bit of a snow state.

Edit I do clean my coilovers regular

Juantwo3 · 03-03-2013, 05:55 PM

i have FA500's the ride feels good and it goes low enough for me. i mean if your into the cant get up any drive way shit i think they do the job.

i "cruise" canyons and they handle way better, i can now take the corner without having so much lean. im nice and grounded pullin threw the turn without as much sway i still need to adjust them a bit more lift it about an 1inch and make the dampener a couple clicks harder

The Dude · 03-03-2013, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iRideFBMSR20det

True to a point.
My apexi n1 have been on same amount of time and I can fully adj every thing...
It's about the material they use... Megan uses junk metal. Apexi/bc/kw/stance ect uses the best so it won't seize up.

Lol yes Megan's blow lol

Maryland is a bit of a snow state.

Edit I do clean my coilovers regular

This is funny because I think pretty much all those coilovers you listed (besides kw) come from the same factory. I believe even the low end apexi coilovers are made by BC.

iRideFBMSR20det · 03-04-2013, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Dude

This is funny because I think pretty much all those coilovers you listed (besides kw) come from the same factory. I believe even the low end apexi coilovers are made by BC.

They are not... At all made in the same factory.
Kw is in a league of its own. Germans are..... Vary good engineers

codyace · 03-04-2013, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShorelineS14

so, before i get flamed for not searching the forums first, i have searched and can not get a solid answer from anything ive found.

Fortune Auto's. Just get em.

You gotta remember when searching on forums, using tag words will always yield better results, and keeping it simple.

Searching

"What is the best coilover under 1000 dollars" will not give you good results. Searching "affordable coilovers" or similar will.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 03-04-2013, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iRideFBMSR20det

They are not... At all made in the same factory.
Kw is in a league of its own. Germans are..... Vary good engineers

Reading comprehension much? Plus you cant put KW in the same bracket as most coilovers in the market...they're not even close to the same price points.

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Dude

This is funny because I think pretty much all those coilovers you listed (besides kw) come from the same factory. I believe even the low end apexi coilovers are made by BC.

zerodameaon · 03-04-2013, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Dude

This is funny because I think pretty much all those coilovers you listed (besides kw) come from the same factory. I believe even the low end apexi coilovers are made by BC.

You are correct on all accounts here. But lets not forget BC may make all of these coilovers but they are given the design specs by the respective companies so that means they can be quite a bit different. BCs are still entry level but they are way better then the ebay(sub entry) level of Megan's in design and material quality.

Quote:

Originally Posted by iRideFBMSR20det

They are not... At all made in the same factory.
Kw is in a league of its own. Germans are..... Vary good engineers

starfire240 · 03-18-2013, 08:48 AM

Megan Streets are the best bang for the buck in my opinion. they arent aluminum which makes them heavier but also a lot more durable. plus megan sells replacement parts in case you end up curbing your car. if youre not gonna do serious track time then megan streets are good.

Allwayssideways · 03-25-2013, 04:14 AM

Megan blows i had Fortune autos and loved em they ride good and go dumb low if I was in the market for coil overs again I'd probably buy those again or pbm

02-28-2013, 04:42 PM	#1
ShorelineS14 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Shoreline, Wa Age: 33 Posts: 18 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Coilover Opinion so, before i get flamed for not searching the forums first, i have searched and can not get a solid answer from anything ive found. i also have a bit more specific question. between these different choices at the 900-1000 price range, looking for the best coilover that will suit an occasional track/street sesh and normal street driving. not worried about a stiff ride, my last daily was on bump stops :P choices: - Megan track -Ksport kontrol pro -BC racing BR -PBM Max Competition I'm not doing competition or anything, but i want a solid coilover and these are my top choices right now. so of these 4, what would you guys choose and why?

03-01-2013, 06:25 PM	#8
archonftw Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 330 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/154534...d-end-all.html I typed "coilovers zilvia" on google and it was the first result. __________________

03-25-2013, 04:14 AM	#30
Allwayssideways Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Long island Age: 30 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Megan blows i had Fortune autos and loved em they ride good and go dumb low if I was in the market for coil overs again I'd probably buy those again or pbm __________________

02-28-2013, 04:50 PM	#2
zooopreme Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,772 Trader Rating: (38) Feedback Score: 38 reviews	Of your choices (which suck, btw), I would go with BC Racing first. And then PBM Comps for the ultimate lows with ass thrashing ride quality. Mind you the dampers on PBM Comps are more for track use so expect terrible ride quality on shitty streets but you're not worried about the stiff ride. Also, your thread is stupid, you clearly did not search well enough, I typed every coilover brand on google and found plenty of opinions. And I believe it's Powered By/Shop Max (PBM/PSM) not PBM Max.

02-28-2013, 05:05 PM	#4
zooopreme Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,772 Trader Rating: (38) Feedback Score: 38 reviews	Of course you didn't find a thread on the internet comparing all of these into one thread. The magic of research is that you can use separate data/facts from different threads and formulate your own decision. Isn't reading great? And since you weren't able to find a thread like this on a search engine, you get a gold star for being the FIRST to create this thread. I believe that "Max" in Max Comps/Pros is referring to the brand's very last name in their brand and is not a part of the name of the actual coils. But whatever floats your boat. For the price range you stated, I gave you my suggestions. You don't care about ride quality or roughness so there's no need to suggest saving up your money for any higher tier brands. Hell, just go with EMUSA coils or some other ebay brand and use those. Cheap, dampers are shotty, and they are way below your price range. A couple of people on this forum use EMUSA for track use and they stand the test of abuse.

02-28-2013, 10:29 PM	#5
s14ton Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Northwest Posts: 39 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	go to market place here and see what people are selling and you can prolly pick up a set for a great deal. also you can see what people like and use too.

03-01-2013, 06:17 PM	#7
chris_240sx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Washington Posts: 425 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Is there a reason you aren't considering Stance or Fortune Auto? Both of those brands are in or near your price range and get good reviews.

03-01-2013, 07:56 PM	#10
xoxide Post Whore! Join Date: May 2010 Location: Jacksonville Posts: 2,807 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	Fortune Auto. Ive had 3 sets and love my current 2 sets. Wouldnt switch manufacturers for anything. Price is great, USA company, ride quality is superb (and greatly better than the options you listed), and they handle great on the track. Get yourself some Fortune Auto 500's in 8k/6k and call it a day. If you have the extra money go with the Swift Springs option for them. Research each individual coilover you asked about, and make up your own decision, coilover choice is based solely on personal preferance, and most of the people that are going to tell you go with x brand, or go with y brand dont know their ass from a hole in the ground.

03-01-2013, 08:19 PM	#11
yzrider450f Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Seattle Posts: 226 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Yeah ^^ I have FA 500's and I love them. They only have 6" springs in the front so they go insanely low. I just waited until I found a new set for $750. If you shop around you can find deals. IMHO I would not buy any of the ones you posted. I've only heard bad things as far as ride quality for DD the PBM's.

03-01-2013, 08:27 PM	#12
ocn Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Arkansas Age: 39 Posts: 198 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i have PBM and love em .. then again i like to feel as tho the car is an extension of my own body so i like the stiff ride. you will defiantly fell everything in the road but i like it.

03-01-2013, 10:24 PM	#13
801nismo104 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Utah Posts: 233 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	you should look into fortune autos. billy at import image gave me the best price out of everybody. i have them and the ride isn't too harsh its actually pretty comfortable yet the car feels solid. they are also around your price range

03-01-2013, 10:31 PM	#14
DialedLife Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Portland OR Posts: 150 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Do the fortune autos go stupidly low? Or just tuck tire on 17" with 40 profile.

03-02-2013, 05:13 AM	#16
DialedLife Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Portland OR Posts: 150 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Oh cool! Thanks for the reply.

03-02-2013, 01:02 PM	#17
SlideOrDie831 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: 831 Cali/Fort Bragg Age: 36 Posts: 250 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	who cares about the best coil if your going to just slam your car to the ground. killing the point of the damper.

03-03-2013, 04:56 PM	#20
iRideFBMSR20det Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Maryland Age: 40 Posts: 114 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Megan's blow. After a few mounts in weather they are locked up can't adj just seized up. If you have a Grand to spend get BC. They are great coilovers!!!

03-03-2013, 05:55 PM	#23
Juantwo3 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: DTFullerton Age: 34 Posts: 1,103 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	i have FA500's the ride feels good and it goes low enough for me. i mean if your into the cant get up any drive way shit i think they do the job. i "cruise" canyons and they handle way better, i can now take the corner without having so much lean. im nice and grounded pullin threw the turn without as much sway i still need to adjust them a bit more lift it about an 1inch and make the dampener a couple clicks harder

03-18-2013, 08:48 AM	#29
starfire240 Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: florida Posts: 51 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Megan Streets are the best bang for the buck in my opinion. they arent aluminum which makes them heavier but also a lot more durable. plus megan sells replacement parts in case you end up curbing your car. if youre not gonna do serious track time then megan streets are good.