Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay?
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Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay?
I have a 2000 si and have been looking into about a 2" drop. AT the moment i'm weighing it out between coilovers or just lowering springs based on the cash i want to spend.
From what i understand and what ive been told, coilovers can run into teh high hundreds and with just springs and no suspension change i can keep it in the low hundreds.
So, when i see $40 US coilovers on ebay, am i missing somthing? Is there a lot of suspension work that goes into sorting your ride with coilovers that makes it so expensive? OR, are these just really shitty ones?
For example.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...33582
Any thoughts?
From what i understand and what ive been told, coilovers can run into teh high hundreds and with just springs and no suspension change i can keep it in the low hundreds.
So, when i see $40 US coilovers on ebay, am i missing somthing? Is there a lot of suspension work that goes into sorting your ride with coilovers that makes it so expensive? OR, are these just really shitty ones?
For example.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...33582
Any thoughts?
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (public)
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=383621
I personally have Arospeed coilovers. They are a bit above the generic **** on ebay, and I haven't had a problem. I wouldn't buy anything that didn't have a name on it, even if it is arospeed, as suspension.
I personally have Arospeed coilovers. They are a bit above the generic **** on ebay, and I haven't had a problem. I wouldn't buy anything that didn't have a name on it, even if it is arospeed, as suspension.
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (public)
Let me be the first to say
"You get what you pay for..."
I went the cheap route on my 98 EX... it sucks, save up the money and get the good stuff the first time around. Your Si is a really nice car to begin with, dont cheap out on it, save the $$$ and get some good coilovers (i.e. Ground Contols, Tein, Tanabe, etc...)
Justin my $.02
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"You get what you pay for..."
I went the cheap route on my 98 EX... it sucks, save up the money and get the good stuff the first time around. Your Si is a really nice car to begin with, dont cheap out on it, save the $$$ and get some good coilovers (i.e. Ground Contols, Tein, Tanabe, etc...)
Justin my $.02
-jP
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That link posted by Bauley is good as a comparason.
Best recomendations for your car are:
Koni Yellows or KYG AGX shocks
Ground Control Coil Overs (come with Eibach springs)
I payed under 800 shipped for my GC/Koni set up. Shop around.
or If you just want a good set of springs, Eibach make the best hands down.
Best recomendations for your car are:
Koni Yellows or KYG AGX shocks
Ground Control Coil Overs (come with Eibach springs)
I payed under 800 shipped for my GC/Koni set up. Shop around.
or If you just want a good set of springs, Eibach make the best hands down.
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? ([256] JP-03)
exactly what i was going to say <TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by [256 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> JP-03]Let me be the first to say
"You get what you pay for..."
I went the cheap route on my 98 EX... it sucks, save up the money and get the good stuff the first time around. Your Si is a really nice car to begin with, dont cheap out on it, save the $$$ and get some good coilovers (i.e. Ground Contols, Tein, Tanabe, etc...)
Justin my $.02
-jP</TD></TR></TABLE>
"You get what you pay for..."
I went the cheap route on my 98 EX... it sucks, save up the money and get the good stuff the first time around. Your Si is a really nice car to begin with, dont cheap out on it, save the $$$ and get some good coilovers (i.e. Ground Contols, Tein, Tanabe, etc...)
Justin my $.02
-jP</TD></TR></TABLE>
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (Awar318)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Awar318 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Bauley, about how did that whole set up run him?</TD></TR></TABLE>
IDK. Koni's are like -400, and GC's are 300...so like $700 or around there?
IDK. Koni's are like -400, and GC's are 300...so like $700 or around there?
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (BauleyCivic)
[QUOTE=BauleyCivic][url=https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=383621]
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look like my old apc's on the stunner civic
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look like my old apc's on the stunner civic
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (BauleyCivic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by BauleyCivic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
IDK. Koni's are like -400, and GC's are 300...so like $700 or around there?</TD></TR></TABLE>
GC's were about 350 last I checked, Konis were a hair over 400. I think it was 800 shipped, when I got mine.
IDK. Koni's are like -400, and GC's are 300...so like $700 or around there?</TD></TR></TABLE>
GC's were about 350 last I checked, Konis were a hair over 400. I think it was 800 shipped, when I got mine.
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (Vero)
I have DropZone Coilovers with DropZone shocks on my Del Sol. I like how they ride and handle. I believe the rates are 450 front and 350 rear if you are wondering. The combo is not bouncy at all.
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (public)
and if i were to go with just srpings instead of coilovers?
I know that would be not so good fo my stock suspension but if i didn't want to spend the $$ on coilovers, is it the same companies mentioned that you all would recommend?
I know that would be not so good fo my stock suspension but if i didn't want to spend the $$ on coilovers, is it the same companies mentioned that you all would recommend?
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (SolObsession)
to get it in the open....I actually started out with Arospeed sleeves.
Didn't wanna pay for a new GC setup, so I simply bought/inherited new ERS coilover springs.
Basically the same thing Tom did in that thread. Springs would have cost about 150 for all 4, but they were all freebies , plus 50 for the sleeves. Thats 200 for the GC setup- only different perch styles. NEver had a problem with them either after 3 years on the car
Didn't wanna pay for a new GC setup, so I simply bought/inherited new ERS coilover springs.
Basically the same thing Tom did in that thread. Springs would have cost about 150 for all 4, but they were all freebies , plus 50 for the sleeves. Thats 200 for the GC setup- only different perch styles. NEver had a problem with them either after 3 years on the car
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (4DRPIMPIN)
David is right Ground Control or something just like it is the way to go. You get what you pay for. Also, I don't think anyone wants your ***.
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"neuspeed springs for 96 - 00 Civic. In great condition bought slightly used never put in my car my skirt that i put on is too low already.NEUSPEED’s part number for this kit is 55.20.21"
Cost = $ 75.00 USD
Retail = $239.95
Good deal?
Cost = $ 75.00 USD
Retail = $239.95
Good deal?
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those ebay no name brand ones just SUCK. Like riding in a wooden wheeled wagon on a rocky road.......
Personally im running eibach sportlines with KYB agx's in my EK and love the ride ( smoother than stock i think) also running same setup in my CRX as well
Personally im running eibach sportlines with KYB agx's in my EK and love the ride ( smoother than stock i think) also running same setup in my CRX as well
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Well I personally run Neuspeed/Koni shocks ($509 look for the sp3 in the part number) and Neuspeed Sport Springs ($130) on my EJ8 and the ride is smooth and gives you the 2 extra grooves vs. the Koni sport shocks.
If you get those springs, get the SP3 Koni's. They are specifically made for Neuspeed springs.
BTW...yeah good deal I say for 75 but be sure they are Neuspeed. Yellow = Neuspeed Race, green = Neuspeed Sport.
They will be stamped Neuspeed on them with the part numbers much like the Eibach on that pic.
If you get those springs, get the SP3 Koni's. They are specifically made for Neuspeed springs.
BTW...yeah good deal I say for 75 but be sure they are Neuspeed. Yellow = Neuspeed Race, green = Neuspeed Sport.
They will be stamped Neuspeed on them with the part numbers much like the Eibach on that pic.
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (public)
40 dollar coilovers??? its like buying a walmart cd player and putting it in a rolls royce. If you put those on your car you lose every right to be pissed off when somthing ***** up
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Re: Why are coilovers so cheap on ebay? (macky_r)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by macky_r »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">40 dollar coilovers??? its like buying a walmart cd player and putting it in a rolls royce. If you put those on your car you lose every right to be pissed off when somthing ***** up </TD></TR></TABLE>
well, i wouldnt compare hondas to a rolls royce but yea..you got the idea
well, i wouldnt compare hondas to a rolls royce but yea..you got the idea