Tein SS Coilovers Picture Request
12-07-2010, 07:55 PM
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KSPORTS
THEY ARENT FINE TUNED ATM
TOP RIMS (G35 RAYS 19" IM UP A BUT HIGHER)
BOTTOM RIMS (2005 MAXIMA SLAMMED, BUT NOT ALL THE WAY DOWN.)
The guys at maperformance.com (local shop here) were telling me that ksports are better. I'm not sure if thats because they get a bigger deal with them, but they were saying that Tein is just just plain old technology. My buddy has Tein on his 6th Gen and they look and feel great, but for the price difference and quality I would go with Ksports.
THEY ARENT FINE TUNED ATM
TOP RIMS (G35 RAYS 19" IM UP A BUT HIGHER)
BOTTOM RIMS (2005 MAXIMA SLAMMED, BUT NOT ALL THE WAY DOWN.)
The guys at maperformance.com (local shop here) were telling me that ksports are better. I'm not sure if thats because they get a bigger deal with them, but they were saying that Tein is just just plain old technology. My buddy has Tein on his 6th Gen and they look and feel great, but for the price difference and quality I would go with Ksports.
What's the fog set up?
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12-08-2010, 04:58 AM
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12-08-2010, 06:41 AM
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jowo9, why are you asking for photos? Seriously, there are a thousands of photos all over the Org for dropped rides. And whether they're dropped because of lowering springs, or dropped because of coilover settings... a drop is a drop. The value of the coilover is in the handling performance, not the visuals. You know that.
I think you're just trolling for external pressure to validate something you want, but are having a difficult time justifying.
"Maybe you have a fear of staircases. That's called Climacophobia."
I think you're just trolling for external pressure to validate something you want, but are having a difficult time justifying.
"Maybe you have a fear of staircases. That's called Climacophobia."
12-08-2010, 06:54 AM
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jowo9, why are you asking for photos? Seriously, there are a thousands of photos all over the Org for dropped rides. And whether they're dropped because of lowering springs, or dropped because of coilover settings... a drop is a drop. The value of the coilover is in the handling performance, not the visuals. You know that.
I think you're just trolling for external pressure to validate something you want, but are having a difficult time justifying.
"Maybe you have a fear of staircases. That's called Climacophobia."
I think you're just trolling for external pressure to validate something you want, but are having a difficult time justifying.
"Maybe you have a fear of staircases. That's called Climacophobia."
12-08-2010, 07:09 AM
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Throughout the back half of last year, I was heading towards a set of Tein SS coilovers for the following Spring, expense be damned. Even my wife supported the purchase, which was a nice surprise. 
By this time last year, I had just about made up my mind.
Oddly enough, it was my mechanic who persuaded me otherwise, convincing me that the NVH would be intolerable for these old bones. So I bought some Blues for 1/4 the price, and kept the OEM springs.
Since then, the thing that changed my mind on this mod was the NWP Torque Link Connector. Turns out I *like* a certain amount of NVH.
And now I have regret.
There's a lesson in that story somewhere.
By this time last year, I had just about made up my mind.Oddly enough, it was my mechanic who persuaded me otherwise, convincing me that the NVH would be intolerable for these old bones. So I bought some Blues for 1/4 the price, and kept the OEM springs.
Since then, the thing that changed my mind on this mod was the NWP Torque Link Connector. Turns out I *like* a certain amount of NVH.
And now I have regret.
There's a lesson in that story somewhere.
12-08-2010, 07:11 AM
#56
at the same time you've never had Tein either...you're saying that Ksports are better (feel better, ride quality etc) than your springs which you can vouch for because youve had springs/struts and have gone coilovers...
on a real note..unless you've gone from Ksports to Tein or any other coilover, you really cant say which coilover feels the best, and thats just truth..
on a real note..unless you've gone from Ksports to Tein or any other coilover, you really cant say which coilover feels the best, and thats just truth..
12-08-2010, 07:13 AM
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Throughout the back half of last year, I was heading towards a set of Tein SS coilovers for the following Spring, expense be damned. Even my wife supported the purchase, which was a nice surprise. By this time last year, I had just about made up my mind.
Oddly enough, it was my mechanic who persuaded me otherwise, convincing me that the NVH would be intolerable for these old bones. So I bought some Blues for 1/4 the price, and kept the OEM springs.
Since then, the thing that changed my mind on this mod was the NWP Torque Link Connector. Turns out I *like* a certain amount of NVH.
And now I have regret.
There's a lesson in that story somewhere.
By this time last year, I had just about made up my mind.Oddly enough, it was my mechanic who persuaded me otherwise, convincing me that the NVH would be intolerable for these old bones. So I bought some Blues for 1/4 the price, and kept the OEM springs.
Since then, the thing that changed my mind on this mod was the NWP Torque Link Connector. Turns out I *like* a certain amount of NVH.
And now I have regret.
There's a lesson in that story somewhere.
12-08-2010, 07:16 AM
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12-08-2010, 07:18 AM
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youre point was i havent owned them both...and i never said that so i cant compare them....yeah thats obvious we know that...i showed him pics of my car lowered and offered my opinion, also said that i was going to get tein but had a recommendation to get ksports instead.....so again your point is taken however obvious that i cant compare 2 products when ive only had 1 of the 2 in question
now unless youre just telling the op to get what your want as your point then meh
now unless youre just telling the op to get what your want as your point then meh
12-08-2010, 07:21 AM
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Honestly, I'm on the fence between KSports and Teins. A little ride stiffness isn't going to bother me or my wife. Heck, she's probably the only org member's wife who likes their husband's 3" Cattman cat-back and headers. 
I like the ride height adjustability option (for winter and summer) so coilovers are the best bet. I've heard good things about both KSports and Teins. The KSports seem like a pretty awesome purchase for the money. From what I've read, these might be the best "bang for my buck" option... I can get a set for ~$850 shipped I believe whereas Teins will be at least $1160 shipped. That'll leave me $300+ bones for other necessary maintenance. Still haven't made a decision though.
I like the ride height adjustability option (for winter and summer) so coilovers are the best bet. I've heard good things about both KSports and Teins. The KSports seem like a pretty awesome purchase for the money. From what I've read, these might be the best "bang for my buck" option... I can get a set for ~$850 shipped I believe whereas Teins will be at least $1160 shipped. That'll leave me $300+ bones for other necessary maintenance. Still haven't made a decision though.
12-08-2010, 07:24 AM
#63
i dont know what i want coilover wise so i know i cant tell him what i want LOL. there's at least 3 sets of coilovers id love to have. i can make it happen, but im getting myself situation first before i make a rash decision.
it was a point where you said 'get Ksports period, they ride the best, take my word for it' thats a strong opinion you voiced. i'm not trying to 'get at you' or bash you i'm just saying unless any of us of had the opportunity to ride on the different coilovers offered for our cars, much of us cant say anything but state the facts of what they offer and what not.
at the end of the day GL to the OP with teh selection of coilover you get
yea price is a big thing for me too, but at the same time i do not want to skimp a few hundred bucks and have a real crappy feeling (DD riding). i'm still on the fence...i mean between the D2s (i've really been pushing for) and a new set of BCs, is only $100. thats for their basic CO setup. but the other BCs that are available are another $200 more than the basic ones, they are inverted, and supposedly ride better than BC (and BC are suppose to be one of the top two best riding coilovers out there) so thats my dilemna right now. i think i've settled on BCs..just a matter if i do the basic or the inverted set
it was a point where you said 'get Ksports period, they ride the best, take my word for it' thats a strong opinion you voiced. i'm not trying to 'get at you' or bash you i'm just saying unless any of us of had the opportunity to ride on the different coilovers offered for our cars, much of us cant say anything but state the facts of what they offer and what not.
at the end of the day GL to the OP with teh selection of coilover you get
Honestly, I'm on the fence between KSports and Teins. A little ride stiffness isn't going to bother me or my wife. Heck, she's probably the only org member's wife who likes their husband's 3" Cattman cat-back and headers.
I like the ride height adjustability option (for winter and summer) so coilovers are the best bet. I've heard good things about both KSports and Teins. The KSports seem like a pretty awesome purchase for the money. From what I've read, these might be the best "bang for my buck" option... I can get a set for ~$850 shipped I believe whereas Teins will be at least $1160 shipped. That'll leave me $300+ bones for other necessary maintenance. Still haven't made a decision though.
I like the ride height adjustability option (for winter and summer) so coilovers are the best bet. I've heard good things about both KSports and Teins. The KSports seem like a pretty awesome purchase for the money. From what I've read, these might be the best "bang for my buck" option... I can get a set for ~$850 shipped I believe whereas Teins will be at least $1160 shipped. That'll leave me $300+ bones for other necessary maintenance. Still haven't made a decision though.
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12-08-2010, 07:29 AM
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i dont know what i want coilover wise so i know i cant tell him what i want LOL. there's at least 3 sets of coilovers id love to have. i can make it happen, but im getting myself situation first before i make a rash decision.
it was a point where you said 'get Ksports period, they ride the best, take my word for it' thats a strong opinion you voiced. i'm not trying to 'get at you' or bash you i'm just saying unless any of us of had the opportunity to ride on the different coilovers offered for our cars, much of us cant say anything but state the facts of what they offer and what not.
at the end of the day GL to the OP with teh selection of coilover you get
it was a point where you said 'get Ksports period, they ride the best, take my word for it' thats a strong opinion you voiced. i'm not trying to 'get at you' or bash you i'm just saying unless any of us of had the opportunity to ride on the different coilovers offered for our cars, much of us cant say anything but state the facts of what they offer and what not.
at the end of the day GL to the OP with teh selection of coilover you get
i go on later to say ive been on a few things, but never any other coilovers...though my buddy has teins on his 6th gen, and another buddy is on teins in his 03 altima and said they are awesome.....
i went by recommendation by the shop i trust and said that i like them
12-08-2010, 07:58 AM
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DIZZAMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!! lol i might just go D2s for the ultimate slam factor...i'm going to have to ride all of the roads around here to make sure i there arent any slightly raised manholes so i wont rip something off the bottom of my car
12-08-2010, 08:02 AM
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12-08-2010, 08:06 AM
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12-08-2010, 08:21 AM
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KSports and D2s are apparently made in the same factory and are pretty much the same from what I can gather. I think the main difference is the way you adjust them? Anyone know?
12-08-2010, 08:39 AM
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yea i believe its the D2s that can go the lower than the Ksports, dont hold me to that though. id say first, pick your max price range, then go look at teh coilovers in your max price range and go from there..its just hard to say man. you can go for as low as $600 for a set of C8sport coilovers or pay upwards to $1500 (i believe) for a top set of JICs...just depends on what you dont mind spending on a good suspension/CO
12-08-2010, 08:56 AM
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Can someone comment on the difference in ride quality moving from a strut/spring setup (stock or aftermarket) to coilovers? Rochester mention that there's an increase in NVH, but I always thought coilovers provided a 'smoother' ride than stock 
.
And also, are there any special care required to maintain them---especially during the winter?
Hope this isn't too OT jowo9, but I figured you'd benefit from the answers too.
. And also, are there any special care required to maintain them---especially during the winter?
Hope this isn't too OT jowo9, but I figured you'd benefit from the answers too.
12-08-2010, 09:06 AM
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Can someone comment on the difference in ride quality moving from a strut/spring setup (stock or aftermarket) to coilovers? Rochester mention that there's an increase in NVH, but I always thought coilovers provided a 'smoother' ride than stock .
And also, are there any special care required to maintain them---especially during the winter?
Hope this isn't too OT jowo9, but I figured you'd benefit from the answers too.
. And also, are there any special care required to maintain them---especially during the winter?
Hope this isn't too OT jowo9, but I figured you'd benefit from the answers too.
I'd like to know this too.Yeah, the Ksports/D2s come with pillow ball upper front mounts and the Tein SSs don't (but they have the option)... Is it a good thing to have the pillow ball mounts so that you can adjust camber the lower you drop, or is there some way to compensate even if you don't have the pillow ball mounts?
12-08-2010, 09:16 AM
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Here's my contribution to this thread.
IMO, from what I've read over the past years on this forum, it seems that JIC's are the best, then Tein SS, then BC, then D2/K-Sport.
My brother owned a set of K-sports on his 6th gen (bought them used) and the ride wasn't that great, and to top it off, they blew within months of him getting them. Well I think only one did but still. But on the other hand, my friend who owned a SER ran D2 coilovers for about 2 years with no problem and he was slammed. But then again he didn't daily drive his car. I was set on buying Tein SS but couldn't justify the price tag so went with BC's instead. Some say BC's are better, some say Tein's are better, there's just too many variables to tell unless someone has had both on the same car driving on the same roads.
Like you already figured out, pictures of the ride height won't matter as they all go pretty low. And you stated you don't mind the harsh ride, so K-Sport doesn't seem like a bad option for you. (I thought the K-Sport's rode harsh but thats MY opinion). But you can get BC's for $900 shipped so it may be worth the extra $50?
If you want more opinion's on K-sports, I believe Majestic Ken has them and he's pretty darn low. How about Nex Coilovers? I think Perkman has them. But in the end, it'll all depend on how your road quality is and how your driving habit is and the setting you set it at.
IMO, from what I've read over the past years on this forum, it seems that JIC's are the best, then Tein SS, then BC, then D2/K-Sport.
My brother owned a set of K-sports on his 6th gen (bought them used) and the ride wasn't that great, and to top it off, they blew within months of him getting them. Well I think only one did but still. But on the other hand, my friend who owned a SER ran D2 coilovers for about 2 years with no problem and he was slammed. But then again he didn't daily drive his car. I was set on buying Tein SS but couldn't justify the price tag so went with BC's instead. Some say BC's are better, some say Tein's are better, there's just too many variables to tell unless someone has had both on the same car driving on the same roads.
Like you already figured out, pictures of the ride height won't matter as they all go pretty low. And you stated you don't mind the harsh ride, so K-Sport doesn't seem like a bad option for you. (I thought the K-Sport's rode harsh but thats MY opinion). But you can get BC's for $900 shipped so it may be worth the extra $50?
If you want more opinion's on K-sports, I believe Majestic Ken has them and he's pretty darn low. How about Nex Coilovers? I think Perkman has them. But in the end, it'll all depend on how your road quality is and how your driving habit is and the setting you set it at.
12-08-2010, 09:32 AM
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Here's my contribution to this thread.
IMO, from what I've read over the past years on this forum, it seems that JIC's are the best, then Tein SS, then BC, then D2/K-Sport.
My brother owned a set of K-sports on his 6th gen (bought them used) and the ride wasn't that great, and to top it off, they blew within months of him getting them. Well I think only one did but still. But on the other hand, my friend who owned a SER ran D2 coilovers for about 2 years with no problem and he was slammed. But then again he didn't daily drive his car. I was set on buying Tein SS but couldn't justify the price tag so went with BC's instead. Some say BC's are better, some say Tein's are better, there's just too many variables to tell unless someone has had both on the same car driving on the same roads.
Like you already figured out, pictures of the ride height won't matter as they all go pretty low. And you stated you don't mind the harsh ride, so K-Sport doesn't seem like a bad option for you. (I thought the K-Sport's rode harsh but thats MY opinion). But you can get BC's for $900 shipped so it may be worth the extra $50?
If you want more opinion's on K-sports, I believe Majestic Ken has them and he's pretty darn low. How about Nex Coilovers? I think Perkman has them. But in the end, it'll all depend on how your road quality is and how your driving habit is and the setting you set it at.
IMO, from what I've read over the past years on this forum, it seems that JIC's are the best, then Tein SS, then BC, then D2/K-Sport.
My brother owned a set of K-sports on his 6th gen (bought them used) and the ride wasn't that great, and to top it off, they blew within months of him getting them. Well I think only one did but still. But on the other hand, my friend who owned a SER ran D2 coilovers for about 2 years with no problem and he was slammed. But then again he didn't daily drive his car. I was set on buying Tein SS but couldn't justify the price tag so went with BC's instead. Some say BC's are better, some say Tein's are better, there's just too many variables to tell unless someone has had both on the same car driving on the same roads.
Like you already figured out, pictures of the ride height won't matter as they all go pretty low. And you stated you don't mind the harsh ride, so K-Sport doesn't seem like a bad option for you. (I thought the K-Sport's rode harsh but thats MY opinion). But you can get BC's for $900 shipped so it may be worth the extra $50?
If you want more opinion's on K-sports, I believe Majestic Ken has them and he's pretty darn low. How about Nex Coilovers? I think Perkman has them. But in the end, it'll all depend on how your road quality is and how your driving habit is and the setting you set it at.
Thanks for your contribution. That's some good stuff.
You know, I might end up with Ksports, but I've never been one to cheap out. I realize there are some arguments for the quality of Ksports over Teins, but the majority of things I've heard over the last years has been pro Tein. So we'll see...
Oh, jowo9... 
Your newbie slip is showing.
It's like you're just asking for a ribbing, when Wikipedia is right at your finger tips.
Your newbie slip is showing.It's like you're just asking for a ribbing, when Wikipedia is right at your finger tips.
I'll argue that it's not so much noobishness as a failure to utilize google. Laziness might be a better word. Again, it doesn't seem to be bothering anyone else