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Old Aug 21, 2003 | 07:57 PM
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i just got my ep today.. and i was thinking about dropping it a bit.. but i dont know what shocks/springs to chose.. i dont want to spend more than 500 on the shocks.. and 200 on the springs...
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Old Aug 21, 2003 | 09:22 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by George Knighton &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I'd recommend the Mugen suspension, but it costs a little more than you're talking about.

I've had it for a while, now, and it's great.</TD></TR></TABLE>

.... and keeps waiting for George or Brian to try it at the track for a review before Adam decides what he wants...
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Old Aug 21, 2003 | 09:39 PM
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save up and buy fullcoilvers
tein basic. ss . b&g . etc.
or you could go with koni yellow 550-600. springs 100-200
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Old Aug 22, 2003 | 06:06 AM
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but aren't the koni fronts will blow eventually, is a hassle to warranty it..coz u still have to pay for labour, the coil-over are better.. trust me buy true coil-over u never will regret or mugen dampers...if u buy spring and shock u will regret it eventually...
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Old Aug 22, 2003 | 06:22 AM
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KW's or TeinFlex's full coilovers.
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Old Aug 22, 2003 | 06:26 AM
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Tein FLEX
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 01:17 AM
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As of right now, i believe the only aftermarket strut out for the EP3 is Koni. Those will run you a little under $600 shipped if you buy them online. Lowering springs range between $150-$250.

If you just want a slight drop, 1.3", with valved matched struts, i would go the Mugen sport suspension route. It's about $1,000 plus shipping. Good luck.
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 03:00 PM
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thanks guys... yeah.. since my bro owns me 500... from my other car.. im gonna buy mugen coilovers.... but.. where can i get them??
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 03:03 PM
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PM Mike M. He can give you a really good price.
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 03:04 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sjracer &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">PM Mike M. He can give you a really good price.</TD></TR></TABLE>
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 03:50 PM
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one more question... do i need a camber kit if i buy mugen coilovers??..
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 05:20 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by George Knighton &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

No.

The Mugen suspension is very well thought out, and actually even repositions the steering tie rod end so that there is less bump steer.

You will not have to worry about a Camber kit if all you're doing is getting the Mugen suspension. </TD></TR></TABLE>
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 05:52 PM
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Hi George,

Could you answer a few quick questions if you don't mind?

1) What is included in the Mugen suspension kit?
2) If shocks are included, internally or externally adj?
3) Where did you purchase them from?

Thanks and sorry for all the questions!
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 09:53 PM
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how much does the Mugen kit lower the car?
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 09:54 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Halo &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how much does the Mugen kit lower the car?</TD></TR></TABLE>

Its about a 2 inch wheel gap if I read right...
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