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[towlie]

Maybe shoot Dan a call

[DDK]

I had the first gen S13 PBM's on my old car. Got an S14 kouki now and thinking about going with the pro coilovers... Anyone heard anything good or have any reviews????

[lame_s13]

I have read a few times that the comp coils are very stiff and much more suited for lower hp cars than the pro coils, but exactly how low are we talking? I had a set of the stance gr+ pro SSD coils that were very stiff and worked well with my ka powered s14, but now I'm running a 13 coupe with sr and basic fmic, exhaust etc. I don't consider my set up high hp by any means but would I be better suited with the pro's or the comps? I just haven't heard any examples of what kind of hp numbers people are referring to when they say the comps are more suited for lower hp cars. Thanks ahead of time for any feedback.

[future]

Since when did hp have to do with brand of coils?

Wtf is wrong with people

[leung]

Originally Posted by future

Since when did hp have to do with brand of coils?

Wtf is wrong with people

lmaooooo

[DJPimpFlex]

Originally Posted by future

Since when did hp have to do with brand of coils?

Wtf is wrong with people

Not necessary brand but dampening and spring rate definitely has a lot to do with how much power you put out.

Edit: Also just go with the Pro's. You will have a bit more rear grip but you can compensate with more tire pressure if you are having trouble. The ride and traction are well worth it.

[future]

So he buy some pbms with his ka. Then a couple months later he swaps a sr like the rest of zilvia. Welp time to buy new coils!

Yeah. Cool story bro

[h2v7]

other than pbm website anywhere else to buy these

sold out till end of april apparently

[DJPimpFlex]

They sell factory direct only as to keep the price down.

[Marcus]

Originally Posted by future

So he buy some pbms with his ka. Then a couple months later he swaps a sr like the rest of zilvia. Welp time to buy new coils!

Yeah. Cool story bro

its not a direct correlation you idiot.

and knock it off with the fun internet quotes. zilvia has been around since you were 8years old. dont act like you know everything. youre fresh outta highschool. you dont know shit

[Tempo]

i know the threads old already but just in case someone searches...

picked up the pros about 3months ago , got 3k miles on them and theyre great, better than all the other coilovers ive tried, can get used to daily driving on these if you arent a bitch about it like the posts ive read before i bought mine, posts exaggerated about the stiffness lmao i go to tgif's every friday and drive home on a full stomach me and my gf and we're fine , great coilovers +1 for sexy colors

[fckillerbee]

Originally Posted by future

So he buy some pbms with his ka. Then a couple months later he swaps a sr like the rest of zilvia. Welp time to buy new coils!

Yeah. Cool story bro

or just change spring rates......


or be a man and spend the extra 350 and get the better coils....it's really a no brainer.


I just picked up the Pro's, I have a stock Sr in my s13. shake down should be in a few months when the car is done. I'll post an update on how it feels with low power. I'm going to run the 8k/6k swift setup.

[lame_s13]

Originally Posted by DJPimpFlex

Not necessary brand but dampening and spring rate definitely has a lot to do with how much power you put out.

This is exactly why I asked. When I had a 100whp car with 18's, I needed the super stiff coils and high tire pressure. Now that I have something lighter, with more hp and I want to start trying tandem, I know a softer suspension is going to help. Thanks for the feedback, I'll go with the pros

[DJPimpFlex]

Definitely go with as much traction as your power allows. Makes tandem easier when following because you can check up and lose speed much faster allowing you to stay on their door.

[S_13_Sr.]

how do the "pro's" compare to "fortune auto 510"

say they are the same price, what is the best bang for the buck?

i know FA have digressive valving and pretty thick piston but that doesn't always mean more durable.

how much softer/streetable are the pros from the comps

is the caster adjustment useful or more of a gimmick?

[DJPimpFlex]

Originally Posted by S_13_Sr.

how do the "pro's" compare to "fortune auto 510"

say they are the same price, what is the best bang for the buck?

i know FA have digressive valving and pretty thick piston but that doesn't always mean more durable.

how much softer/streetable are the pros from the comps

is the caster adjustment useful or more of a gimmick?

The pros are a lot more streetable than the comps. The caster adjustment works well if you decide to set your car up that way. Basically you use the TC rod to center the wheel in the wheel well, you adjust caster at the top mount as advertised and you adjust camber with the LCA.

[B-Rod15]

hmm I think ill order a set when they are back in stock .. I've read nothing but good things, pretty convinced I wanna go this direction.

[pacotaco345]

Does anyone know how their new linear springs compare to swifts? I have the latest gen comps before they made them all copper and shiney like (2nd or 3rd gen) and I'm thinking of just upgrading to their new springs.

[GustavoCesare]

Sorry for bumping an old thread. I'm looking to buy PBM sometime soon so I was just wondering how these coilovers went for you if you ended up making the purchase? I'll be daily driving and seeing the track as much as I can. Did you go with the pros or the basic ones?

Thanks

[gallo]

daily drove my s13 with cage and they held up great and i drove through some shitty streets. .i had isis and k-sport before. i hated k-sport and isis held up great for the price. but PBM is quality stuff . .

[Beas]

if you are going to daily it, I know martin recommends 8k/6k springs. I have 10/8 in mine and its a bit harsh. can ride low without rubbing though. might want to think about that when u order.

[pacotaco345]

Originally Posted by pacotaco345

Does anyone know how their new linear springs compare to swifts? I have the latest gen comps before they made them all copper and shiney like (2nd or 3rd gen) and I'm thinking of just upgrading to their new springs.

wtf 2 years and no one answered my question

[udon!]

lil off topic but has anyone had issues with PBM RUCA coming loose? Mine came loose to the point where I could spin adjustment nuts by hand.. I have the previous generation without the extra jam nut thingy that makes sure settings don't come loose...