Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby Lokiel » Mon Jun 29, 2015 2:01 pm

Ruffian147 wrote:Try BC generics.
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Megan Racing is the same thing @$900 on e bay plus delivery.
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There's internetz rumours that Megan coilovers are made at the same factory as BC coilovers and are the low-end (read "cheap") BC coilovers.

Megan coilovers don't have a good reputation in the US.

As Magpie pointed out, you do get what you pay for. Since they're an expensive item, make sure you're getting what you want as opposed to what you can afford right now (ie. wait until you can afford decent coilovers, you'll be happier in the long run and wont have wasted your money).

For the record, I have BC Racing BR series coilovers and recommend them as a good value coilover (plenty of users too in Fast Fours & Rotaries builds too).
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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby smy0003 » Mon Jun 29, 2015 3:55 pm

I've got BCs as well.
They're nice, no issues.
If you're just after a sporty ride and lowering, don't discount something like koni yellows. They have height adjustment and will be less firm than the BCs, which can be frustrating if you need to deal with speed bumps etc. on a regular basis.

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby aladdin96 » Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:19 pm

Not getting coilovers anymore!! Have rego coming and simply cant afford it. :(. Would anyone in QLD have lowered spring and koni shocks for cheap sale?

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby StuwieP » Tue Jun 30, 2015 5:45 pm

try the for sale/ wanted sections, more likely to get a reply on that query there
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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby ja9 » Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:19 pm

aladdin96 wrote:Are yellowspeed reliable atleast??

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Hey Mate,

I know you said you're not in the market for coilovers but for future reference about YS.

I've had 3 sets of YS on 3 different cars, NA6, NB8A and 350Z. Sold the NA6 but still have the other two. YS are a cheaper coilover and get bagged a lot on this forum for some reason. My personal experience is that I like them and have no issue with them at all.
If fact some of the fastest mx5's racing run YS. I know this for a fact. The only thing that I would suggest is to order a softer spring for the NA as you place your order. Don't forget there are 2 types, one for racing and the other for street use.

I like them so much I bought a set for my 350Z. They are soft and compliant. Look good also and very good bang for your dollar.
Most people who bag them have never had a set and are only spreading third hand information.
You won't be disappointed if you bought them.

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby aladdin96 » Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:22 pm

Thanks john. I appreciate the detailed review. You changed my views. But i have actually decided for tein flex z.

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby ja9 » Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:27 pm

That's cool. What are they worth?
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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby aladdin96 » Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:33 pm

$1020 delievered to my door! Not bad at all. And very good reviews came from them. And reliable :)

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby d3ck5 » Thu Jul 02, 2015 10:34 pm

and furthering this thread.

wtf are these?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/281738603304 ... EBIDX%3AIT

0 ratings on the seller?

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby aladdin96 » Thu Jul 02, 2015 10:40 pm

Saw them. Personally ill be cautious. I bought second hand kyb shocks and eichab lowered springs and personally really happy with the result. Just the height i wanted and it has stiffness adjustment.

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Re: Best Coilovers for NA Mx5!!

Postby project.r.racing » Fri Jul 03, 2015 11:39 am

not only that. the pictures have been cropped. and also some pictures are from a UK seller. i'd guess a scam seller. i'd assume product does not exist.


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