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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:12 PM
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ok so i just picked up some skunk2 springs im there just called skunk2 adjustable springs?
http://www.skunk2.com/suspension-2.php?code=COVADJ
sorry im not sure if there very good or not, i got them for dirt cheap so would these be ok for a slight drop or would you use something else?
basicly are these better than the ebay ones? cause they look very similar except the back ones im assuming look different..
sorry for the newb question but could find anything on these specific springs,
oh ya current setup is on 92 4dr obx springs(full length) on tokico blues
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 07:24 PM
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These actually let you know your spring rates unlike most ebay kits, also they will most likely blow your blues in no time.
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 08:30 PM
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really? thats gonna suck..can you explain to me why?
and also i dont plan on going lower just want better quality than what i already have
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 08:35 PM
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there good u should be fine...
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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ok so i have one that says there good and one says they are bad but no explanations for either..
please explain reasoning
thats why the other threads i did find wernt helpfull they just simply stated yay or nay
and thanks for the help so far
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 09:25 PM
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Tokico blues aren't valved for that aggressive of a spring rate.
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 09:48 PM
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ok good to know..
so would kyb agxs be a slightly better choice when they do blow out?
sorry i know there are like absolute good brands but as im currently low on funds and trying to use the best parts i can get im doing it the best right way i can..
thanks for the info again
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Old Feb 23, 2010 | 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by STOCK_SOHC_DX
KYB, Tokico don't warranty their shocks if paired with aggressive drop springs. Koni's do and so do the skunk2 but skunk2 warranty is only 3 months.
Originally Posted by idrivesideways
koni str.t is far superior to the tokico blue and the same $300 shipped. not only do the konis have stronger valving they actually will provide a lifetime warranty. the str.t is basically the sport set on soft.

it's hard to suggest the AGX even though they are a good shock, it's just koni sports are $450 and the AGX's are nearly the same.
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Old Feb 23, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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ok good to know so what if i found a used set of konis?
would this void warrenty? and is it rare for konis to blow with agressive springs?
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Old Feb 23, 2010 | 01:31 PM
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Koni warranty is only for original buyer (like most if not all companies).

Koni is very good but not for low-low setups, then you must use extended top hats.
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Old Feb 23, 2010 | 01:45 PM
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alright thank you for the explanation.. im very sure youve helped alot more people than just me in this thread so thanks again
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