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Old Mar 30, 2005 | 10:12 AM
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looking at a new suspension setup. Advice please :) :)

Hey guys,

It's time for me to get a new suspension system....

I'd like to lower the car and have the option to ride soft/hard...

What do you guys use? I'm a total newb in this area and would like to learn about the different setups and what's the most price efficient/per option available type thing.....

Thanks a million guys
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 10:14 AM
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Oh... Some might ask how much to drop...

Since I can fit a fist in my tire well... I would think a 2 inch drop would be good?
What do you guys recommend?

Oh, I have 15 inch mags
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 11:11 AM
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Lowering Spings

Aftermarket Stuts
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 11:48 AM
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coolies thanks man

I think i'm going to go with Sprint Springs and
i'm trying to decide between KGB's or illumina's They both seem very good!
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by multiplexor
i'm trying to decide between KGB's or illumina's


Old Mar 30, 2005 | 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by mzmtg



lol damn you, you've confused my brain

I should re-look at both options... hehe
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 12:53 PM
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those damned soviets
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 01:24 PM
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I've got the Eibach Pro kit springs & Tokico Premium Performance combo.
Handling is good but my ride can be rough at times -meaning I feel the road more than with the OEM sawblades i had.
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 07:25 PM
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it's pretty obvious that noone on here can talk about suspension fo max's without mentioning Tokico's. But nobody says anything about the Tokico Blues or HP's. Do they really not compare to the Illuminas? Between the two, is there any difference other than dampening? Thanks, just want to make sure that I buy what I want...
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 07:30 PM
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if your going 2" drop S-techs I've heard are far better than the springs. combine with AGX or Illuminas you should have a wonderful time.
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by 86maxima96
it's pretty obvious that noone on here can talk about suspension fo max's without mentioning Tokico's. But nobody says anything about the Tokico Blues or HP's. Do they really not compare to the Illuminas? Between the two, is there any difference other than dampening? Thanks, just want to make sure that I buy what I want...

Those shocks (blues, HP) are factory replacments, meaning that if paired with lowering springs won't give you the best setup and ride.

Yes, some people do have these paired with lowering spring but I said BEST.

The Illumina is MADE for lowered applications. Which is one of the reasons its adjustable.

If I am wrong, please correct me.
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 09:06 PM
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i just got the eibach springs, the tokico illuminas and kyb boots
i hope it all goes well. i will lwt you know if it gives a good ride.
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by multiplexor
i'm trying to decide between KGB's or illumina's
hmmm....while at it, why not try the Gestapo's?
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 10:04 PM
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illuminas rule baby notin i can say will beat them in ride quality and easy adjustability
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