LingLing Posted February 21, 2012 Author Share Posted February 21, 2012 man, what's up with you guys? I mean Rotahoe couldn't really understand the condition of the rust, ok no sure. I like that. but some of you have seen my car. and It's not in a good condition. Chees, There is way more rust than what you saw, but that is the hardest part to fix IMO. Put it this way, Sheeper told me He might not have the skills/tools to fix them. Photos will come tomorrow, as you guys seems to be very interested in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Get the Bilsteins they're a much nicer piece of kit. Can be revalved to suit whatever spring rates you choose. If Autolign gave you the quote, then you are dealing with a very good bunch of guys and they will do a nice job of the car/set it up right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 that is exactly what I expect you to say richie. Qulity no doubt Bilstein is the best in the world hands down. It's just for performance, BC Colivers > Standarded Bilstein I think. Is there anymore specific points you want to add? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsspeed Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Andy, if you want to follow the law, if you got BC's you would need to get a cert, $400 ish. If you are worried about having a harsh ride currently (even though I think your bumpstops are likely more the problem here) I wouldn't be looking at BC, which while good, are at the cheaper end of the market when it comes to adjustable suspension - and most products at this price level tend to have very stiff spring rates for what you get out of the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 the cert is proabably not a issue, I am thinking to put the rear seat back at some stage. so yeh there's the cost. I am getting used to the ride now, so not a problem here. I am seriously interested in both. But just on paper the Bilstein is costing 1k more than then BC, and BC has lot more performance to offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsspeed Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 I don't think they do have that much more "performance" TBH How do you measure performance of a spring and damper setup - stiffness? damping and rebound rates? Or the fact that you can change the platform height? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 I don't think they do have that much more "performance" TBHHow do you measure performance of a spring and damper setup - stiffness? damping and rebound rates? Or the fact that you can change the platform height? For BC You can easily adjust spring, damping rates and ride height to suit the different tracks, or roads. My biggest question is How long would the BC shocks last before they need a repair? I don't want to repair them once every 1-2 years. I will be driving 5000-8000kms each year. No doublt the Bilsteins will last longer, but if is 5-7 years vs 4-6 years for BC then it's not such a issue for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsspeed Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 How do you adjust the spring rates? You cannot legally adjust the platform height outside the range on your cert (tight range I think) for road driving Are the BC's rebuildable/serviceable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 you're right yeh typo. Springs rates are fixed. BCs are taiwan made, the exact copy of Trust ae86 Suspension set I think. Yeh, BC will need to replace the Insert. 150ish each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickity Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Is it usual for shocks to wear to the point of needing replacement/repair at 10-16,000k? That doesn't sound right at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpr Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 bc's actually drive pretty nice on the street, when the damper isn't cranked up. im using s13 bc's in my trueno, but would say they are basicly the same setup as ae86 ones. 8kg front 6kg rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 Is it usual for shocks to wear to the point of needing replacement/repair at 10-16,000k? That doesn't sound right at all. That's exactly what I am asking, Due to BC set are new to New Zealanders, No many people know how long they will last. Quliity Shocks should last around 30-50,000kms as Truenotch told me, depending on the road/tracks and driving style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 bc's actually drive pretty nice on the street, when the damper isn't cranked up. im using s13 bc's in my trueno, but would say they are basicly the same setup as ae86 ones. 8kg front 6kg rear Great! How many kms have you done on them? any wear and tear on damping? handling is still the same? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsspeed Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Just get BC's then. $150 a corner for replacement if/when one fucks out is sweet Sounds like your mind is made up anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LingLing Posted February 22, 2012 Author Share Posted February 22, 2012 I am 60% fav to the BCs. but if someone could tell me BCs are reliable just as most suspensions, then I would say 90% chance will get BCs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vintage Grumble Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Never heard anything bad about BC's, they are very good for the $$. Also, BC make suspension for four or so other well known/pricey companies (cant remember exactly) so you get decent gear without paying for the brand name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poo Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 What about D2s. Mine are fricken a-maze-ing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpr Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 cant comment on durability. only 4 drift days and less than thousand on a bumpy shit road. no issues yet know a few dudes running them in other cars, but again no real long term use. never heard anything bad about them. hit it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vintage Grumble Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Mr Lingling, you wont be doing many K's in the car anyways, so I dont know why you are worried. If it makes you feel better, I know a chap who has had a set in a rally car for about 3 years, and never had a problem, and they get hammered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaver Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 just fucking buy them and top dribbling on about them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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