What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics?
11-14-2003, 10:27 AM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Detroit, MI, U.S.A.
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics?
Ok, given that these are your only two options, what would you guys choose? Koni shocks with a good spring combo or Tein Basic coilovers?
Thanks
Thanks
11-14-2003, 10:37 AM
#2
Member
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Gulf Breeze, FL
Posts: 2,131
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (Honda Bob)
MMMmmm Tein Basics. I know I did. Love the Tein quality and the adjustable ride height.
11-14-2003, 10:39 AM
#5
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: ALMOST DC, VA, USA
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (Honda Bob)
in the same boat. koni yellows and h&r springs, or tein basics? or would the cost for better be justified?
11-14-2003, 10:40 AM
#6
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (Honda Bob)
Koni's with H&R Race if you're going to race your car.
Basics if you're just a cruiser.
Basics if you're just a cruiser.
11-14-2003, 10:47 AM
#7
Honda-Tech Member
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Bay Area, CA
Posts: 1,641
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
Koni Yellows + Ground-Control threaded coil-over sleeves + Eibach ERS custom springs.
Trending Topics
11-14-2003, 11:34 AM
#8
Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Netherlands, Netherlands
Posts: 395
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like
on
1 Post
I got Red koni's with Vogtland springs.
I am not going to sayi that Tein is bad.
But I went for a suspension-upgrade.
Mounting coilovers without mounting different shock isn't improving your suspension, it's just lowering your car. You could even make you suspension worse by dropping +1" on stock shocks. especially without adjusting for camber.
I am not going to sayi that Tein is bad.
But I went for a suspension-upgrade.
Mounting coilovers without mounting different shock isn't improving your suspension, it's just lowering your car. You could even make you suspension worse by dropping +1" on stock shocks. especially without adjusting for camber.
11-14-2003, 12:09 PM
#9
Re: (zanthrax)
I know you're from some other country and all but don't post up about what you have no clue about.
TEIN Basics are Tein non-adjustable shocks, threaded sleeves, and springs. Entry-level system good for cruising but not-so-great for racing.
TEIN Basics are Tein non-adjustable shocks, threaded sleeves, and springs. Entry-level system good for cruising but not-so-great for racing.
11-14-2003, 12:17 PM
#10
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (VX)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by VX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Koni Yellows + Ground-Control threaded coil-over sleeves + Eibach ERS custom springs.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'll second this suggestion.
Koni Yellows (Neuspeed spec) + Ground-Control threaded coil-over sleeves + Eibach ERS custom springs
The Teins are nice but I would rather have the adjustable Konis. But if your set on having Teins I would just save up for SS versions.
I'll second this suggestion.
Koni Yellows (Neuspeed spec) + Ground-Control threaded coil-over sleeves + Eibach ERS custom springs
The Teins are nice but I would rather have the adjustable Konis. But if your set on having Teins I would just save up for SS versions.
11-15-2003, 11:35 AM
#11
Member
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Gulf Breeze, FL
Posts: 2,131
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (BROOD)
So how many of you guys with the adjustable shocks actually adjust them and actually auto-X your car?
11-15-2003, 11:54 AM
#12
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Mid, Ohio
Posts: 1,793
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (King Tut33)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by King Tut33 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">So how many of you guys with the adjustable shocks actually adjust them and actually auto-X your car?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I do.
And recommend adjustables. No matter who makes them.
Different situations need different settings.
I do.
And recommend adjustables. No matter who makes them.
Different situations need different settings.
11-15-2003, 12:22 PM
#13
Honda-Tech Member
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Henderson/ College Station, Texas, United States
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
you should just go with koni yellows and ground controls with custom spring rates. that's all you will need great quality and rebuildable
11-15-2003, 01:27 PM
#15
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (King Tut33)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by King Tut33 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">So how many of you guys with the adjustable shocks actually adjust them and actually auto-X your car?</TD></TR></TABLE>
you mean how many people with expensive green coilovers do more than photoshoots?
you mean how many people with expensive green coilovers do more than photoshoots?
11-15-2003, 01:46 PM
#17
Honda-Tech Member
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
Don't get tein. Way too BLING, for a fraction of the price, you could get a setup that outperforms the tein's. Koni yellows with custom gc springs with their extended top hats would be a great setup. Check it out!
11-15-2003, 03:27 PM
#18
Member
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Gulf Breeze, FL
Posts: 2,131
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SkyeC »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
you mean how many people with expensive green coilovers do more than photoshoots?</TD></TR></TABLE>
No, the question was should he get Koni Yellow's with shock adjustability and no ride height adjustability or Tein Basics with no shock adjustability, just ride height adjustability. I don't plan on ever seriously racing mine, so I went with the Tein Basics for a decent ride and high quality. I just wanted to know how many Koni Yellow guys actually adjust their shocks.
you mean how many people with expensive green coilovers do more than photoshoots?
</TD></TR></TABLE>No, the question was should he get Koni Yellow's with shock adjustability and no ride height adjustability or Tein Basics with no shock adjustability, just ride height adjustability. I don't plan on ever seriously racing mine, so I went with the Tein Basics for a decent ride and high quality. I just wanted to know how many Koni Yellow guys actually adjust their shocks.
11-15-2003, 05:06 PM
#19
Honda-Tech Member
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Bay Area, CA
Posts: 1,641
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (King Tut33)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by King Tut33 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Koni Yellow's with shock adjustability and no ride height adjustability.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Koni Yellows + Coil-over Sleeves (Ground-Control) = Ride Height Adjustable.
On the shock body are grooves which a clip can be transfered onto any of them where the threaded coil-over sleeve sits.
This is the main height adjustment feature.
The second way is to adjust the spring perch up or down the threaded sleeves.
Koni Yellows + Coil-over Sleeves (Ground-Control) = Ride Height Adjustable.
On the shock body are grooves which a clip can be transfered onto any of them where the threaded coil-over sleeve sits.
This is the main height adjustment feature.
The second way is to adjust the spring perch up or down the threaded sleeves.
11-15-2003, 07:46 PM
#20
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (King Tut33)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by King Tut33 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
No, the question was should he get Koni Yellow's with shock adjustability and no ride height adjustability or Tein Basics with no shock adjustability, just ride height adjustability. I don't plan on ever seriously racing mine, so I went with the Tein Basics for a decent ride and high quality. I just wanted to know how many Koni Yellow guys actually adjust their shocks.</TD></TR></TABLE>
So Koni's are low quality? lol.
No, the question was should he get Koni Yellow's with shock adjustability and no ride height adjustability or Tein Basics with no shock adjustability, just ride height adjustability. I don't plan on ever seriously racing mine, so I went with the Tein Basics for a decent ride and high quality. I just wanted to know how many Koni Yellow guys actually adjust their shocks.</TD></TR></TABLE>
So Koni's are low quality? lol.
11-15-2003, 07:50 PM
#21
Member
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Salt Lake City, utah, u.s.
Posts: 1,340
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
get the teins, and you can brag about them being jdm (hehe).
side note(my personal opinion): since tein is such a big name here now in the states, and that many shops now carry them i feel like they lost some of their jdm sence of pride, you can say.
you can save up for some zeal shocks, or mugen full suspension coil-overs, those both would be yummy.
side note(my personal opinion): since tein is such a big name here now in the states, and that many shops now carry them i feel like they lost some of their jdm sence of pride, you can say.
you can save up for some zeal shocks, or mugen full suspension coil-overs, those both would be yummy.
11-16-2003, 06:08 AM
#22
Member
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Gulf Breeze, FL
Posts: 2,131
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (VX)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by VX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Koni Yellows + Coil-over Sleeves (Ground-Control) = Ride Height Adjustable.
On the shock body are grooves which a clip can be transfered onto any of them where the threaded coil-over sleeve sits.
This is the main height adjustment feature.
The second way is to adjust the spring perch up or down the threaded sleeves.</TD></TR></TABLE>
You didn't read his post, "Koni shocks with a good spring combo ". He didn't mention coilovers.
Koni Yellows + Coil-over Sleeves (Ground-Control) = Ride Height Adjustable.
On the shock body are grooves which a clip can be transfered onto any of them where the threaded coil-over sleeve sits.
This is the main height adjustment feature.
The second way is to adjust the spring perch up or down the threaded sleeves.</TD></TR></TABLE>
You didn't read his post, "Koni shocks with a good spring combo ". He didn't mention coilovers.
11-16-2003, 06:09 AM
#23
Member
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Gulf Breeze, FL
Posts: 2,131
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SkyeC »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
So Koni's are low quality? lol.</TD></TR></TABLE>
No Koni's are great, that is why everyone uses them. I just wanted a perfectly matched setup so I wouldn't have to worry about adjusting them, which is why I went with everything in one package, the Tein Basics.
So Koni's are low quality? lol.</TD></TR></TABLE>
No Koni's are great, that is why everyone uses them. I just wanted a perfectly matched setup so I wouldn't have to worry about adjusting them, which is why I went with everything in one package, the Tein Basics.
11-16-2003, 06:13 AM
#24
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 1,149
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (SkyeC)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SkyeC »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Koni's with H&R Race if you're going to race your car.
</TD></TR></TABLE>
thats what i got
</TD></TR></TABLE>
thats what i got
11-16-2003, 06:18 AM
#25
Honda-Tech Member
Join Date: May 2002
Location: cali
Posts: 13,483
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: What would you guys choose? Koni's with springs or Tein Basics? (Navid OG)
koni's with the Grod control sleve for them,
tein basic's are just good for nice ride, thats it i rode in a car with them and it road great handeled shitty.
with koni/GC you get to pick any spring rate you want and any ride height you want from 0-5 inchs and it will be around 600 so saves you a few bucks too
tein basic's are just good for nice ride, thats it i rode in a car with them and it road great handeled shitty.
with koni/GC you get to pick any spring rate you want and any ride height you want from 0-5 inchs and it will be around 600 so saves you a few bucks too