KYB AGX & B+G Springs
10-25-2001, 10:34 PM
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KYB AGX & B+G Springs
Just completed the install of the KYB AGX's and B+G springs and could not be more estatic. By far the best ride and appearance I have seen on a spring/strut combination. The car rides like it is on rails and the drop is just what the doctor ordered at 1.6 inches and that is before it settles. The AGX's are a little stiff and I installed them set at the "3" setting all the way around. I will give it a couple of days and adjust it to a softer setting if needed. As soon as I get my digital camera back I wil post some pics. I would highly recommend this combo.
10-25-2001, 11:52 PM
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Re: KYB AGX & B+G Springs
Originally posted by mcros
Just completed the install of the KYB AGX's and B+G springs and could not be more estatic. By far the best ride and appearance I have seen on a spring/strut combination. The car rides like it is on rails and the drop is just what the doctor ordered at 1.6 inches and that is before it settles. The AGX's are a little stiff and I installed them set at the "3" setting all the way around. I will give it a couple of days and adjust it to a softer setting if needed. As soon as I get my digital camera back I wil post some pics. I would highly recommend this combo.
Just completed the install of the KYB AGX's and B+G springs and could not be more estatic. By far the best ride and appearance I have seen on a spring/strut combination. The car rides like it is on rails and the drop is just what the doctor ordered at 1.6 inches and that is before it settles. The AGX's are a little stiff and I installed them set at the "3" setting all the way around. I will give it a couple of days and adjust it to a softer setting if needed. As soon as I get my digital camera back I wil post some pics. I would highly recommend this combo.
10-26-2001, 06:54 AM
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Originally posted by 190hpKiLLA
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
10-26-2001, 07:04 AM
#5
Most high performance shocks/struts are adjustable...because adjustability is needed when racing on different road surfaces.
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Originally posted by 190hpKiLLA
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
10-26-2001, 07:09 AM
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Originally posted by fivelitrekiller
Most high performance shocks/struts are adjustable...because adjustability is needed when racing on different road surfaces.
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Most high performance shocks/struts are adjustable...because adjustability is needed when racing on different road surfaces.
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10-26-2001, 07:15 AM
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Originally posted by 190hpKiLLA
I dont need to race thats why I need to drop the car and get new shocks so they handle the drop. I need to save money and have good ride quality. I am everyday driver. I will not be using them to race. Its about the looks and a little better handling. Thank you.
I dont need to race thats why I need to drop the car and get new shocks so they handle the drop. I need to save money and have good ride quality. I am everyday driver. I will not be using them to race. Its about the looks and a little better handling. Thank you.
10-26-2001, 07:32 AM
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Originally posted by njmaxseltd
Get the H&Rs and KYB GR2's.
Get the H&Rs and KYB GR2's.
10-26-2001, 10:20 AM
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Originally posted by 190hpKiLLA
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
10-26-2001, 01:01 PM
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mcros
RE:
"I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring."
The GR-2's , although stock replacements, are reportedly a firm and durable strut according to some of the folks here. The AGX's, on the other hand, are reported to be stiff and perhaps a little too firm by those here. (Rides like a Vette! eeeshhhhh!) Why would you be reluctant to use the GR-2's with the B&G's? That's what I'm planning to do. I'd be interested in hearing about their feel once you've installed the B&G/AGX set up.
"I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring."
The GR-2's , although stock replacements, are reportedly a firm and durable strut according to some of the folks here. The AGX's, on the other hand, are reported to be stiff and perhaps a little too firm by those here. (Rides like a Vette! eeeshhhhh!) Why would you be reluctant to use the GR-2's with the B&G's? That's what I'm planning to do. I'd be interested in hearing about their feel once you've installed the B&G/AGX set up.
10-26-2001, 01:11 PM
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Re: mcros
Originally posted by red112fl
RE:
"I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring."
The GR-2's , although stock replacements, are reportedly a firm and durable strut according to some of the folks here. The AGX's, on the other hand, are reported to be stiff and perhaps a little too firm by those here. (Rides like a Vette! eeeshhhhh!) Why would you be reluctant to use the GR-2's with the B&G's? That's what I'm planning to do. I'd be interested in hearing about their feel once you've installed the B&G/AGX set up.
RE:
"I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring."
The GR-2's , although stock replacements, are reportedly a firm and durable strut according to some of the folks here. The AGX's, on the other hand, are reported to be stiff and perhaps a little too firm by those here. (Rides like a Vette! eeeshhhhh!) Why would you be reluctant to use the GR-2's with the B&G's? That's what I'm planning to do. I'd be interested in hearing about their feel once you've installed the B&G/AGX set up.
12-25-2001, 12:19 PM
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Originally posted by 95maximase
hey could you post those pics again? It didn't show up on this thread. still happy with the combo. My question is AGX with B&G or H&R? Still doing some research on the search mode.
hey could you post those pics again? It didn't show up on this thread. still happy with the combo. My question is AGX with B&G or H&R? Still doing some research on the search mode.
12-25-2001, 12:55 PM
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Originally posted by mcros
I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring.
I would definately go with the B+G springs. They are just as comfortable as the H&R's and they are much better quality. The GR2's are strictly stock replacements and should not be used with a lowering spring.
The only problems I have heard with H&R's have been noise due to coil contact (they have more coils than stock) and maybe something not isolated to H&R but possibly all progressive lowering springs. Very few have reported uneven lowering. I'd say that they qualify as very high quality and from a major spring mfg as well.
And as Red pointed out, you really would be hard-pressed to find even one report of blown GR2's when used with lowering springs. Still, I think the AGX's are pretty affordable...
12-25-2001, 03:18 PM
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Originally posted by apexi
i say just go with which ever is cheaper cause the ride quality in both B+G and H&Rs is about the same.
i say just go with which ever is cheaper cause the ride quality in both B+G and H&Rs is about the same.
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12-25-2001, 04:39 PM
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i have been looking into what springs to go with the agx and i found for proformance that eibach is the best which was supprising cause it is not much of a drop. Then sprint said to do a good job getting rid of lag. H&R and B&G were about equal. I am not sure what to go with yet so tell me what u find. I just might go with what i can get cheap.
12-25-2001, 06:06 PM
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i just installed the b&g 1.6" drop springs and the kyb agx shocks. all i can say is ... DAMN!!! big difference. looks great and rides incredible. it definitely is stiffer and i've set the fronts to 2 and the rears to 4. probably play with it more when the weather gets warmer.
definite improvement overall.
definite improvement overall.
I'd appreciate that!!!
12-25-2001, 10:49 PM
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Originally posted by 190hpKiLLA
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
How much did the set cost you? Where did you buy them.
ARe all performance shocks are adjustable? Should I get none adjustable so I could cut the price? Thanks
B&G 1.6" and H&R 1.4" what the hell is .2" I'll let you drive my car again at the meet this week at the Plaza.
12-25-2001, 11:32 PM
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I have driven Maximas with both the H&R's and the B+G's and I decided to go with the B+G's. The H&R's have been more prevalent and are easier to find but, after driving the B+G's I was sold. The B+G's are less expensive and have a slightly bigger drop. What is not to like. My sig picture is my car after the install and once again I could not happier with the reults.
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