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Zoom8112 · 07-30-2004, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coldfire07

Hell yeah! I put the deposit down earlier today expecting to wait 4-6 weeks, but with this news, ya'll have made my day.

sup fellow SA goon.

shoes59 · 07-30-2004, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nismo_Freak

We will give you new shocks to replace the ones you have for $550 shipped.

The only drawback to this is the 4-6 week wait period for the replacement shocks to arrive. In the Northeast that's half a season.

These sound encouraging and I'll be willing to give them a try after supply keeps up with demand, parts are inventory and those who currently have them post real world impressions after a season of use.

DRFT180 · 07-30-2004, 09:12 AM

I would like to know when my set will be coming in, just curious because I put down my deposit July 12. It should be soon right?

tastyratz · 07-30-2004, 09:29 AM

Ive got no experience with coilovers so i cant tell by looking at these but im curious to hear how wheel clearances are with these as well.

98sr20ve the writeup was a direct comparison to the tein setup check ou the pictures and read the review

*sykikchimp* · 07-30-2004, 09:33 AM

PLEASE do not post asking for updates on your purchases, or about any dealing in this thread. This is not a commercial thread, and should not be treated as such.

If Kuah wants to start a commercial thread, he should probably start one in the Group Buy section.

-Charles

98sr20ve · 07-30-2004, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tastyratz

98sr20ve the writeup was a direct comparison to the tein setup check ou the pictures and read the review

He compares the products but talks very little about the ride. I want a good comparision to the JIC, TEIN and Koni in the ride quality.

gmckey · 07-30-2004, 10:23 AM

they have a wider adjustability range than Tein HE's

coldfire07 · 07-30-2004, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoom8112

sup fellow SA goon.

This forum needs :dance: am i rite?

TRUENOCOUPE · 07-30-2004, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sykikchimp

PLEASE do not post asking for updates on your purchases, or about any dealing in this thread. This is not a commercial thread, and should not be treated as such.

If Kuah wants to start a commercial thread, he should probably start one in the Group Buy section.

-Charles

What do you expect...

< roll eyes >

BlackS14 · 07-30-2004, 12:08 PM

I too was wondering if wheel clearances would be afftected at all with these coilover...whether it be positive (allowing more room) or negative.....

-Bill

Nismo_Freak · 07-31-2004, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sykikchimp

PLEASE do not post asking for updates on your purchases, or about any dealing in this thread. This is not a commercial thread, and should not be treated as such.

If Kuah wants to start a commercial thread, he should probably start one in the Group Buy section.

-Charles

Agreed, plus you'll get a response faster by phone.

tastyratz · 08-09-2004, 02:33 PM

my other only concern at the moment is actually a friend of mine sent me a link to an article on whitelines website (i cant find the article anymore) speaking against the inverted shock design for longevity purposes... anyone else know that link i just cant find it. Inverted is apparently supposed to give you a longer travel distance (invented by rally teams) but actually wear quicker... any takes on this??

*LanceS13* · 08-09-2004, 05:38 PM

Are different spring rates available and can they be purchased separately?

coldfire07 · 08-10-2004, 03:57 PM

Here's a link to pictures and a review for my SPL Parts coilovers

Feel free to AIM me at coldfire07 with any questions.

*AceInHole* · 08-10-2004, 10:15 PM

i'd just like to know if they're revalveable..... to say... a 13kg spring

Frappe · 08-19-2004, 08:47 AM

These coilovers look wonderful. Beefy, and easily replaced, and 4-6 weeks isn't thaaat bad.

But what about rusting? Are the steel bits coated, or treated in some way to prevent rusting? The northeast is vicious in the winter.

tastyratz · 08-19-2004, 12:32 PM

couldnt wait... just ordered a set 5 minutes ago :-D i cant wait till these arrive!!! unfortuanately they are 1099 now though :-( they were losing money originally aparently when i called and asked and said they had to raise the cost another 50$.... id pick up some soon because i dont know if they will decide to raise the cost again....

gmckey · 08-19-2004, 02:27 PM

mine have been on for a little over a week now, and I'm amazed. they aren't nearly as harsh as my previous setup (blown shocks and shitty drop springs)... I guess dampening is used for a reason

very good quality and very sturdy design.

SlowCoupe · 08-19-2004, 03:48 PM

hehe we installed my friend's set (s13) yesterday...DRFT180 should be posting some pics soon...what a fine set of coilovers

tastyratz · 09-01-2004, 12:23 PM

called spl for status and looks like they are shipping today :woot:

im gonna put them on right away too so that means im gonna have coilovers within a week :-D beats these crappy stock shocks!

s0ldats · 09-01-2004, 12:45 PM

how is the lowering for the rear s13 coilovers? do they lower more than the TEIN he? because those don't go low enough.

Var · 09-01-2004, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s0ldats

because those don't go low enough.

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s0ldats · 09-01-2004, 01:47 PM

i asked a valid question, do you know the answer?

KOUKI KA-T · 09-01-2004, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tastyratz

called spl for status and looks like they are shipping today :woot:

im gonna put them on right away too so that means im gonna have coilovers within a week :-D beats these crappy stock shocks!

Shipping today??? I ordered mine over 4 weeks ago and they haven't even billed me for the full amount yet. Damn you're getting yours pretty fast....

DRFT180 · 09-01-2004, 02:26 PM

some pictures

here are a few pictures taken after the coilovers were installed. My car is the one with the black wheels on the rear. I have them lowered all the way. They can go lower if you were to shorten the shock travel, but I'de rather not mess with that. They have been on over a month now and feel great. I have to say they are great quality and will go low enough. I have a N1 Dual and the resonator scrapes the ground sometimes. The front lip is only about 2 inches off the ground.

s0ldats · 09-01-2004, 02:47 PM

thank you for the pictures.

tastyratz · 09-01-2004, 02:55 PM

i dunno i paid in full in advance also so maybe that has something to do with it. they also are pushin out more of them now they just werent expecting the demand before....

KOUKI KA-T · 09-01-2004, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tastyratz

i dunno i paid in full in advance also so maybe that has something to do with it. they also are pushin out more of them now they just werent expecting the demand before....

So did I, but they only charged 250$ to my card so i figured they would charge the rest once they got them from the manufacturer, plus these are for an s14 so maybe it's a longer wait on them.
Edit.. just called and they were shipped today. Sweet.

Black240sx · 09-01-2004, 03:40 PM

they do not have any coils for S13's as of yet...

[email protected] · 09-01-2004, 03:55 PM

??? S13 coilovers are available...

07-30-2004, 09:33 AM	#95
sykikchimp WOW addicted Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: the moon Age: 40 Posts: 6,518 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	PLEASE do not post asking for updates on your purchases, or about any dealing in this thread. This is not a commercial thread, and should not be treated as such. If Kuah wants to start a commercial thread, he should probably start one in the Group Buy section. -Charles __________________

07-30-2004, 12:08 PM	#100
BlackS14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Palm Bay, FL Age: 41 Posts: 384 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I too was wondering if wheel clearances would be afftected at all with these coilover...whether it be positive (allowing more room) or negative..... -Bill __________________ Once you go black you...well...you know.....lol!!!!

08-09-2004, 05:38 PM	#103
LanceS13 AutoX Junkie Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: MS Age: 39 Posts: 2,044 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Are different spring rates available and can they be purchased separately? __________________ 1992 240SX Fastback #47 DSP MS SCCA RX-7 ITS Project FOR SALE

08-10-2004, 10:15 PM	#105
AceInHole Autox Technician Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: New Haven, CT Age: 40 Posts: 3,961 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: AceInHole Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i'd just like to know if they're revalveable..... to say... a 13kg spring __________________

08-19-2004, 08:47 AM	#106
Frappe Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York City Posts: 385 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	These coilovers look wonderful. Beefy, and easily replaced, and 4-6 weeks isn't thaaat bad. But what about rusting? Are the steel bits coated, or treated in some way to prevent rusting? The northeast is vicious in the winter. __________________ (sold) '96 S14b Zenki4ever

07-30-2004, 09:12 AM	#93
DRFT180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Louisiana Posts: 655 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I would like to know when my set will be coming in, just curious because I put down my deposit July 12. It should be soon right?

07-30-2004, 09:29 AM	#94
tastyratz Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nh Posts: 995 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Ive got no experience with coilovers so i cant tell by looking at these but im curious to hear how wheel clearances are with these as well. 98sr20ve the writeup was a direct comparison to the tein setup check ou the pictures and read the review

07-30-2004, 10:23 AM	#97
gmckey Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 301 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	they have a wider adjustability range than Tein HE's

08-09-2004, 02:33 PM	#102
tastyratz Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nh Posts: 995 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	my other only concern at the moment is actually a friend of mine sent me a link to an article on whitelines website (i cant find the article anymore) speaking against the inverted shock design for longevity purposes... anyone else know that link i just cant find it. Inverted is apparently supposed to give you a longer travel distance (invented by rally teams) but actually wear quicker... any takes on this??

08-10-2004, 03:57 PM	#104
coldfire07 Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 33 Posts: 209 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Here's a link to pictures and a review for my SPL Parts coilovers Feel free to AIM me at coldfire07 with any questions.

08-19-2004, 12:32 PM	#107
tastyratz Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nh Posts: 995 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	couldnt wait... just ordered a set 5 minutes ago :-D i cant wait till these arrive!!! unfortuanately they are 1099 now though :-( they were losing money originally aparently when i called and asked and said they had to raise the cost another 50$.... id pick up some soon because i dont know if they will decide to raise the cost again....

08-19-2004, 02:27 PM	#108
gmckey Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 301 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	mine have been on for a little over a week now, and I'm amazed. they aren't nearly as harsh as my previous setup (blown shocks and shitty drop springs)... I guess dampening is used for a reason very good quality and very sturdy design.

08-19-2004, 03:48 PM	#109
SlowCoupe Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: New Orleans Age: 36 Posts: 341 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	hehe we installed my friend's set (s13) yesterday...DRFT180 should be posting some pics soon...what a fine set of coilovers

09-01-2004, 12:23 PM	#110
tastyratz Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nh Posts: 995 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	called spl for status and looks like they are shipping today :woot: im gonna put them on right away too so that means im gonna have coilovers within a week :-D beats these crappy stock shocks!

09-01-2004, 12:45 PM	#111
s0ldats Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2003 Location: so. cal Posts: 657 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	how is the lowering for the rear s13 coilovers? do they lower more than the TEIN he? because those don't go low enough.

09-01-2004, 01:47 PM	#113
s0ldats Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2003 Location: so. cal Posts: 657 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i asked a valid question, do you know the answer?

09-01-2004, 02:26 PM	#115
DRFT180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Louisiana Posts: 655 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	some pictures here are a few pictures taken after the coilovers were installed. My car is the one with the black wheels on the rear. I have them lowered all the way. They can go lower if you were to shorten the shock travel, but I'de rather not mess with that. They have been on over a month now and feel great. I have to say they are great quality and will go low enough. I have a N1 Dual and the resonator scrapes the ground sometimes. The front lip is only about 2 inches off the ground.

09-01-2004, 02:47 PM	#116
s0ldats Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2003 Location: so. cal Posts: 657 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thank you for the pictures.

09-01-2004, 02:55 PM	#117
tastyratz Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nh Posts: 995 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	i dunno i paid in full in advance also so maybe that has something to do with it. they also are pushin out more of them now they just werent expecting the demand before....

09-01-2004, 03:40 PM	#119
Black240sx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: H-Town, TX Age: 42 Posts: 388 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	they do not have any coils for S13's as of yet...

09-01-2004, 03:55 PM	#120
[email protected] Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Austin TX Posts: 660 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	??? S13 coilovers are available...

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