Buddy Club or Silkroad - Zilvia.net Forums | Nissan 240SX (Silvia) and Z (Fairlady) Car Forum

vegita319 · 01-24-2005, 12:57 PM

Which coilovers do u prefer (say you can get them at the same price)?

IngS14 · 08-21-2005, 12:28 PM

JIC FLT-A2 Drift Spec

ZenkiSX · 09-07-2005, 09:58 PM

Silkroads are awsome. Out of those two I whould definitely have to pick Silkroads!

TheSquidd · 09-08-2005, 09:13 AM

Silkroad!

It's like driving on silk roads!

[email protected] · 09-08-2005, 11:37 AM

yea if money isnt a problem, definitely silks.... the name says it all

ghostuss · 09-08-2005, 07:29 PM

dude man silkroad...

daily drive feels much better while keeps bodyroll to minium at the track.

yudalicious · 09-08-2005, 07:31 PM

just wondering for those of you who said silkroad... do you have any first hand experience with the buddy clubs? I haev no doubt that the silk roads are great dampers, but it's mighty hard to directly compare 2 damper systems unless you have experience w/ both... just seems like only a few people have tried the buddy clubs and silk roads get alot of popular reviews due to the fact relatively more ppl have tried them.

TheSquidd · 09-08-2005, 09:08 PM

If someone is willing to buy me a set of Buddyclubs great, but as for now, I can only afford one set of full coilovers for my s13. Grrrrreat suspension though.

yudalicious · 09-09-2005, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSquidd

If someone is willing to buy me a set of Buddyclubs great, but as for now, I can only afford one set of full coilovers for my s13. Grrrrreat suspension though.

yea, it seems like the silkroads are great but not many people actually have experience with the BCs... and the BCs have a pretty good following in other crowds, so it shall be interesting to see how they actually are.

OptionZero · 09-09-2005, 10:23 AM

Honda crowd seems to like the BC's.

You can get the Racing Specs for around $1300 with the pillow ball upper mounts if you look around, I think Jspec has 'em.

.::SR20_240::. · 10-13-2005, 01:37 PM

i have the kei Office type XR's and i love them better than my old type flex's

Arsenal of Glory · 10-13-2005, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by .::SR20_240::.

i have the kei Office type XR's and i love them better than my old type flex's

wtf do both of those coilovers have to do with anything in this thread?

back on topic: Silk Road doesnt really have a main office/serviceability in NA, but if you need something done or replaced from them they can do it at a super fast turn around rate straight from Japan!

StanBo · 10-14-2005, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Arsenal of Glory

wtf do both of those coilovers have to do with anything in this thread?

back on topic: Silk Road doesnt really have a main office/serviceability in NA, but if you need something done or replaced from them they can do it at a super fast turn around rate straight from Japan!

http://www.silkroad-usa.com/ straight search on google. Even so keep your stockers if you need to get the coils rebuilt so you have something to roll on when they are getting repaired.

I have had the silks in my s13 and have driven S14s with them. I was shooting for the tanabe DDs but I would get the silks again in a heartbeat.

I live in SI NY and had a commute to the Bronx for 4 months with the silks in rain and snow. Never complained. Their valving soak up bumps very well.

Shawn_of_the_Dead · 10-21-2005, 03:56 PM

Okay, what do you guys think about the 40 way adjustability on the Silks? I think that is a little much....are you guys adjusting by 5 clicks at a time or what? I can't imagine 1 on a scale of 40 would do much.

Nevermind....I am getting info mixed up. I have been looking at soo many. I believe the D-drugs are 40 way adjustable.

TechImportz1 · 10-22-2005, 12:16 AM

Though Buddy Club aren't as popular as the Silk Roads, We've sold a couple of sets of the Racing Spec Coilovers from BC... Customers all seemed to be happy. I've personally felt the ride in the BC Racing Spec and I must say, at first I was un-sure of them, however, after feeling them first hand, I was a firm follower of the BC Racing Spec system however on the other hand, I've also felt the Silk Roads and admittingly, I wasn't suprised to the results it had, which was a comfortable ride and firm when needed. All in all, for those who doubt the BC Line, I can say that they are just as good as the Silkroad brand.

240_sx_guy · 10-22-2005, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IngS14

JIC FLT-A2 Drift Spec

Sorry but too many of those coilovers BLOW. Literally. And so does their customer service.

240SeXy! · 11-02-2005, 01:13 AM

^ wow nice, yea its only fair to kill peoples dreams on zilvia...

Silkroads for the wIn

redsuns3838 · 11-02-2005, 12:08 PM

i love my silk roads on my S14 =) had em for about 8 months now and definately feel like i made a smart choice

TheSquidd · 11-02-2005, 02:01 PM

3rd month with mine on my s13.... yup they still rock.

DriftSpecial180 · 11-02-2005, 06:51 PM

I'm on SilkRoads. Had them since around March. They're still rockin. Street friendly and provide very good cornering capability.

Ian · 11-03-2005, 09:25 AM

my friend's got silkroads on his S13 and to be honest, my MR coilovers ride better w/ less body roll and he's got tanabe sway bars

Megan Racing FTW!

DriftSpecial180 · 11-03-2005, 02:54 PM

Do you have the street or track MR's?

TheSquidd · 11-03-2005, 05:04 PM

I refuse to buy MR's. My sisters' name is Megan. It's just creepy.

SoSideways · 11-05-2005, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mainevent212

my friend's got silkroads on his S13 and to be honest, my MR coilovers ride better w/ less body roll and he's got tanabe sway bars

Megan Racing FTW!

Yeah, which Megan Racing coilover did you get?

Don't forget, slimmer wheels, narrower tracks, and a ton of other things can contribute to body roll. Maybe he didn't tighten the bolts on the Tanabe sway bars when the car's on the ground on a flat surface?

Also, don't you have an S14? Comparing S14 to S13 is like comparing apples to oranges IMO.

DriftSpecial180 · 11-06-2005, 01:50 PM

I was in the same dilemma, trying to choose between buddy clubs and silk roads. I called option imports to speak with them about the buddy clubs. The guy i talked to said he has them on his S13. He liked them, but he said they were too soft and bouncy. Then i decided to go silk road.

TheSquidd · 11-06-2005, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DriftSpecial180

I was in the same dilemma, trying to choose between buddy clubs and silk roads. I called option imports to speak with them about the buddy clubs. The guy i talked to said he has them on his S13. He liked them, but he said they were too soft and bouncy. Then i decided to go silk road.

I'll finish your post:

And I loved my decision.

DriftSpecial180 · 11-07-2005, 12:00 AM

Haha, hell yeah i did. I'm thinking about getting a set of cheap coilovers to run on while i get my Silk Roads rebuilt. KTS's??

TheSquidd · 11-07-2005, 09:28 AM

2nd set of Silkroads!!!!!!

lol.

MadScientist · 11-07-2005, 10:19 AM

BTW... with Silk Road you get to pick whatever spring rate you want at no extra cost? I bet the other dealers didn't tell you that... hmmm!!!

Enjoy..
Drew

SoSideways · 11-07-2005, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadScientist

BTW... with Silk Road you get to pick whatever spring rate you want at no extra cost? I bet the other dealers didn't tell you that... hmmm!!!

Enjoy..
Drew

Yeah, but what are the shock valvings really valved for?

I heard from Enjuku Ray that the valving was really valved for 9/7 springs?

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01-24-2005, 12:57 PM	#1
vegita319 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Long Beach, CA Age: 35 Posts: 460 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Buddy Club or Silkroad Which coilovers do u prefer (say you can get them at the same price)?

08-21-2005, 12:28 PM	#2
IngS14 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: DriftHeaven,CA Age: 41 Posts: 647 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Buddy Club or Silkroad JIC FLT-A2 Drift Spec __________________

09-08-2005, 09:13 AM	#4
TheSquidd Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Where dirt goes to die. Posts: 3,165 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: TheSquidd Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Silkroad! It's like driving on silk roads! __________________ www.squidd.org www.violent-running.org

09-08-2005, 07:29 PM	#6
ghostuss Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Diego/San Francisco Age: 35 Posts: 1,337 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	dude man silkroad... daily drive feels much better while keeps bodyroll to minium at the track. __________________ 96 all suspension s14 SOLD 90 s13 coupe - SOLD Currently rocking 2002 BMW M3 w/ custom suspension. ButtonWillow, CA entire circuit drift/grip event by shock drifting spot for sale. Take over my spot for $150 only.

09-07-2005, 09:58 PM	#3
ZenkiSX Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NC Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Silkroads are awsome. Out of those two I whould definitely have to pick Silkroads!

09-08-2005, 11:37 AM	#5
[email protected] Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: so cal Age: 34 Posts: 95 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yea if money isnt a problem, definitely silks.... the name says it all

09-08-2005, 07:31 PM	#7
yudalicious Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 700 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	just wondering for those of you who said silkroad... do you have any first hand experience with the buddy clubs? I haev no doubt that the silk roads are great dampers, but it's mighty hard to directly compare 2 damper systems unless you have experience w/ both... just seems like only a few people have tried the buddy clubs and silk roads get alot of popular reviews due to the fact relatively more ppl have tried them.

09-08-2005, 09:08 PM	#8
TheSquidd Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Where dirt goes to die. Posts: 3,165 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: TheSquidd Feedback Score: 7 reviews	If someone is willing to buy me a set of Buddyclubs great, but as for now, I can only afford one set of full coilovers for my s13. Grrrrreat suspension though. __________________ www.squidd.org www.violent-running.org

09-09-2005, 10:23 AM	#10
OptionZero Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Norcal Age: 37 Posts: 6,262 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: OptionZero Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Honda crowd seems to like the BC's. You can get the Racing Specs for around $1300 with the pillow ball upper mounts if you look around, I think Jspec has 'em.

10-13-2005, 01:37 PM	#11
.::SR20_240::. BANNED Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: south CA Age: 36 Posts: 324 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i have the kei Office type XR's and i love them better than my old type flex's

10-21-2005, 03:56 PM	#14
Shawn_of_the_Dead Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2005 Location: In my garage.... Posts: 301 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Okay, what do you guys think about the 40 way adjustability on the Silks? I think that is a little much....are you guys adjusting by 5 clicks at a time or what? I can't imagine 1 on a scale of 40 would do much. Nevermind....I am getting info mixed up. I have been looking at soo many. I believe the D-drugs are 40 way adjustable. __________________ '93 Coupe BlkTp-SR '07 Chevy HHR - DD

10-22-2005, 12:16 AM	#15
TechImportz1 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ozone Park, NY Posts: 307 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Though Buddy Club aren't as popular as the Silk Roads, We've sold a couple of sets of the Racing Spec Coilovers from BC... Customers all seemed to be happy. I've personally felt the ride in the BC Racing Spec and I must say, at first I was un-sure of them, however, after feeling them first hand, I was a firm follower of the BC Racing Spec system however on the other hand, I've also felt the Silk Roads and admittingly, I wasn't suprised to the results it had, which was a comfortable ride and firm when needed. All in all, for those who doubt the BC Line, I can say that they are just as good as the Silkroad brand. __________________ Contact Info: Tel: 718-888-9832

11-02-2005, 01:13 AM	#17
240SeXy! BANNED Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: CA, SoCal! Posts: 374 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^ wow nice, yea its only fair to kill peoples dreams on zilvia... Silkroads for the wIn

11-02-2005, 12:08 PM	#18
redsuns3838 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: dog town Posts: 969 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i love my silk roads on my S14 =) had em for about 8 months now and definately feel like i made a smart choice

11-02-2005, 02:01 PM	#19
TheSquidd Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Where dirt goes to die. Posts: 3,165 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: TheSquidd Feedback Score: 7 reviews	3rd month with mine on my s13.... yup they still rock. __________________ www.squidd.org www.violent-running.org

11-02-2005, 06:51 PM	#20
DriftSpecial180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: OC, CA Posts: 664 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm on SilkRoads. Had them since around March. They're still rockin. Street friendly and provide very good cornering capability. __________________ Creator of the "DIY Miracle X-Brace"

11-03-2005, 02:54 PM	#22
DriftSpecial180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: OC, CA Posts: 664 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Do you have the street or track MR's? __________________ Creator of the "DIY Miracle X-Brace"

11-03-2005, 05:04 PM	#23
TheSquidd Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Where dirt goes to die. Posts: 3,165 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: TheSquidd Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I refuse to buy MR's. My sisters' name is Megan. It's just creepy. __________________ www.squidd.org www.violent-running.org

11-06-2005, 01:50 PM	#25
DriftSpecial180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: OC, CA Posts: 664 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I was in the same dilemma, trying to choose between buddy clubs and silk roads. I called option imports to speak with them about the buddy clubs. The guy i talked to said he has them on his S13. He liked them, but he said they were too soft and bouncy. Then i decided to go silk road. __________________ Creator of the "DIY Miracle X-Brace"

11-07-2005, 12:00 AM	#27
DriftSpecial180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: OC, CA Posts: 664 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Haha, hell yeah i did. I'm thinking about getting a set of cheap coilovers to run on while i get my Silk Roads rebuilt. KTS's?? __________________ Creator of the "DIY Miracle X-Brace"

11-07-2005, 09:28 AM	#28
TheSquidd Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Where dirt goes to die. Posts: 3,165 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: TheSquidd Feedback Score: 7 reviews	2nd set of Silkroads!!!!!! lol. __________________ www.squidd.org www.violent-running.org

11-07-2005, 10:19 AM	#29
MadScientist Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: NOLA Age: 44 Posts: 1,964 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	BTW... with Silk Road you get to pick whatever spring rate you want at no extra cost? I bet the other dealers didn't tell you that... hmmm!!! Enjoy.. Drew __________________ URAS

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