I am in desperate need of a new suspension and I hate the install with the Koni so I'm wondering what is the best strut out there
I was thinking the Toyico D specs anything else adjustable out there that is better, I doubt the AGX KYB is better
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
Just get a shop to install the koni inserts for you, then do the install yourself.
Thats only for the fronts of course, the rears install like any other shock.
Rodimus Prime wrote:I am in desperate need of a new suspension and I hate the install with the Koni so I'm wondering what is the best strut out there
I was thinking the Toyico D specs anything else adjustable out there that is better, I doubt the AGX KYB is better
What's up with your Pro Streets?
I'd say the next best would be the Mantapart Bilsteins... or the custom coilovers that Gravana is making now.
You're not likely to ever receive the Bilsteins
<a href="http://www.lenkorules.com/"><img src="http://s93165229.onlinehome.us/images/zm/sig/LRDCsig3.jpg"></a>
d-specs.
<A HREF="http://www.cardomain.com/id/eazy716"><IMG SRC="http://registry.gmenthusiast.com/images/eazy716/personal_pic.gif" BORDER="0"></A>
im not willing to pay a shop to do the install point being i want something i can do on my own without sawing and all that other crap with the koni, that is the whole point of this post something other than koni and something that i wont have to wait months for
i wont buy anything from mantapart
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
what about the tein setup?
tekico is a very known brand i was thinking of getting the d-specs or yellows its still in purgatory for now, until i finally pick one.
if you can afford the dspecs get em i say the spec sheet looks awesome not to mention they've been around for a long time.
http://www.tokicogasshocks.com/car/d-spec.html
BaggedCav98 wrote:what about the tein setup?
you should be shot for suggesting a crappy suspension component.
Visit
High Rev Motorsports for all your High Performance needs.
Visit
RSM Racing for j-body superchargers, throttle bodies, and much more.
Visit
Cobalt SS.Net and sign up to get the latest info on the cobalt and all other delta platform cars
Sod Tiwaz wrote:tekico is a very known brand i was thinking of getting the d-specs or yellows its still in purgatory for now, until i finally pick one.
if you can afford the dspecs get em i say the spec sheet looks awesome not to mention they've been around for a long time.
http://www.tokicogasshocks.com/car/d-spec.html
i got my d-specs for $530 shipped
<A HREF="http://www.cardomain.com/id/eazy716"><IMG SRC="http://registry.gmenthusiast.com/images/eazy716/personal_pic.gif" BORDER="0"></A>
Rodimus Prime wrote:im not willing to pay a shop to do the install point being i want something i can do on my own without sawing and all that other crap with the koni, that is the whole point of this post something other than koni and something that i wont have to wait months for
i wont buy anything from mantapart
The shop I frequent charges $15 per strut to install the koni cartridge into the stock strut.
Koni is the best strut, everyone knows that. If you want to save $30 and go with something that bolts in but is lesser quality, go for it.
Its really not hard at all.
I dont like the prostreets non ajustable dampening, I want adjustable dampening
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
Rodimus Prime wrote:I dont like the prostreets non ajustable dampening, I want adjustable dampening
gotta agree i feel the same way. still waiting to see whats gonna go down with gravana as well.
well ive already waited for 4 months and quite honestly im not interested in further waiting
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
I want something I can soften up for daily driving then stiffen at the track
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
i should have the d-specs and sportlines on next weekend ill let you know........
remember, you get what you pay for
Im a Xbox 360 fanboy...and damn proud of it!!
well they are 599 on gravana thats more than what even the koni reds went for so cost shouldnt be an issue
1989 Turbo Trans Am #82, 2007 Cobalt SS G85
Rodimus Prime wrote:I dont like the prostreets non ajustable dampening, I want adjustable dampening
FYI. once you set your preferred settings (and if you dont race), you are going to be very unlikely to adjust them much.
Lightweight honDuhs can kiss my fat Crapalier a$$
A new autoX ride for '08.....
Why would koni's be better than the Tokico?
Also why would the Tein be a crappy? From what I've seen they are considered some of the best?
I am planning to do my suspension soon, and would really like to know what people think the difference is between these brands?
imo any company that cannot warranty a spring from sagging is crap, tein doesnt warranty they even state they will sag. so of they can't prevent a spring from sagging then why should i spend over 1grand for something that will be more crap.
koni by far is better, they actually warrant up to a 3" drop on coilovers, tokico 2" drop i believe and you can't abuse them. koni on the other hand, if you some how manage to blow them they'll replace them no questions asked. keep in mind im not bashing tokico, they are a solid company and for a 2" drop you get damn good dampening. both are solid struts, but if you want a strut that, if it blows 4 years from now, you can replace, even if you are at a full 3" drop daily driver, potholes and speed bumps, racing every day doesnt matter if it blows they'll replace, then koni is the way to go.
imo only a few good coilovers on the market, i mean good coilovers, H&R, B&G and thats about it imo, havnt heard much about the KW. and these arent j-body specific.
curious to see how gravana coilovers will do. how good they'll be for daily driving. especially in the streets of califonia.
Visit
High Rev Motorsports for all your High Performance needs.
Visit
RSM Racing for j-body superchargers, throttle bodies, and much more.
Visit
Cobalt SS.Net and sign up to get the latest info on the cobalt and all other delta platform cars
