Coilies

[Jonny1*2]

I have been reading a few past threads on coilovers compared to springs and dampers. I'm just trying to work out where the cost is though. From what i have read, coilovers have better dampers, adjust the ride height and camber. Is this everything?

If that is the case, then why is new springs and uprated dampers, and camber adjusting bolts not just as good?

Not trying to start a fued, just been wondering

 

[Gstar2006]

*Snap* in the same boat and looking to get my handling sorted!

G

 

[Topgeartom]

the main benefit of coilovers is the ride height adjustability.

You can get versions that have adjustable damping and rebound but they tend to be big money.

There is currently a group buy on some vmaxx coilovers at a silly low price in the FS section if anyone is interested.

 

[Inferno]

The best handling will come from the dampers being matched to the spring rates. Decent coilovers give you the increased ability to achieve this. There's nothing wrong with matched springs and dampers as long as they work well together.

Maybe too much suspension info. here:

http://www.pirate4x4.com/tech/billavista/coilovers/Part_1/

 

[Jonny1*2]

Interesting read that mate. What type of springs are the standard cup suspension, and what is the general design used for coilovers like H&R?