which suspension should I go with...

***Herblenny*** · 06-23-2008, 01:40 PM

Since I decided to keep the 8, I'm going to changed out the suspensions for next track day.

Any suggestion on a set that I could do both street and track?? I really don't want to go with Coilovers as I've heard they don't last long..

Also, someone thing thats reasonable...

Phoenix7 · 06-23-2008, 01:47 PM

Tokico DSpec Shock and Spring Package
http://www.mazdatrix.com/8suspkit.htm

Have you looked into Mazdaspeed suspension?

Nexcis · 06-23-2008, 02:57 PM

Ohline's! nuf said.

sumdeus · 06-23-2008, 04:21 PM

What phoenix said. Those shocks plus any good set of springs. I have played around with those shocks and love them, I dont have them, but they are probably my next purchase. Tanabe GF210 or Tein S-Techs are also some spring choices you could throw in with those shocks if you buy them from somewhere else.

khronus79 · 06-23-2008, 06:52 PM

The setup most recommended for street/track duties is composed of Koni yellows, tein springs, and your choice of sway bars.

I8U · 06-23-2008, 07:20 PM

I recommend a set of JIC Magics FLT-FAS. We run this setup on one of our track cars...very easy to setup and are a great ride!

TehMonkay · 06-23-2008, 08:16 PM

Koni Yellow/Ground Control

I think you get free rebuilds as long as your keep the reciept.

khronus79 · 06-23-2008, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by I8U

I recommend a set of JIC Magics FLT-FAS. We run this setup on one of our track cars...very easy to setup and are a great ride!

WHOA

nice cars. I though the koni challenge cars all run on konis???

I just checked the price for the JICs $1500

, too rich for me, the setup I mentioned will set you back half of that.

***Herblenny*** · 06-24-2008, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by khronus79

The setup most recommended for street/track duties is composed of Koni yellows, tein springs, and your choice of sway bars.

Thats what FD guys use and I recommend

Hmm.. I might have to price out and see..

I've Heard JICs are good on track but bad on the street (as it wears down quicker). Only reason I say that is because I thought about running JICs on my FD and read too many horror stories about JICs.

khronus79 · 06-24-2008, 01:07 PM

Konis run for about $600-$650 and teins run for about $200

I8U · 06-29-2008, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by khronus79

WHOA

nice cars. I though the koni challenge cars all run on konis???

I just checked the price for the JICs $1500

, too rich for me, the setup I mentioned will set you back half of that.

We run the KONI full adjustable coilovers on our 2 ST cars...we use to run JRZ's which we are selling for half price right now...$4000 a set, if anybody wants a set. HAHA! But we run JIC's on one of our track/rental cars.

khronus79 · 07-01-2008, 10:33 AM

I demand a new thread with pics of the koni cars, the rentals are welcome also.

Please.

I8U · 07-01-2008, 12:33 PM

I'll post up a thread when I get home from work tonight.

*edit*
New thread posted!!!

BBullet8 · 07-04-2008, 02:55 AM

I really think that the new Ksport coilovers are the best for what you are wanting to do. they are lighter than the tein coilovers and they are 32 way adjustable so they are good for both street and track driving. They are also the best that you can do for the price. I really don't agree with the new shock and spring idea. that to me is waisting money. for 600.00 they are the best you can go with and they will last a very long time.

I8U · 07-04-2008, 06:54 AM

Hell, if cost is the driving factor...go with Megan Racing coilovers. They are about $500, are fully adjustable and are a really comfortable ride. My buddy had a set on his S2000, I loved the way they rode!

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06-23-2008, 06:52 PM	#5
khronus79 RCC Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orlando, Fl iTrader: (0) Posts: 661 Rep Power: 17	The setup most recommended for street/track duties is composed of Koni yellows, tein springs, and your choice of sway bars. __________________

06-23-2008, 07:20 PM	#6
I8U KONI Challenge Crew Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Goldsboro, NC iTrader: (0) Posts: 126 Rep Power: 17	I recommend a set of JIC Magics FLT-FAS. We run this setup on one of our track cars...very easy to setup and are a great ride! __________________ 04 TiGray RX8 MT, LS2 coil setup, 3" midpipe, HKS Hi-power 3" exhaust, TEIN S-Techs, Hotchkis Adj F/R sways, K&N Typhoon V2, Steel braided brake lines, Redline drivetrain fluids, ATE Super Blue brake fluid, Cobalt XR2/GTS brake combo, MB Motorpsorts Weapons 18x9 +45 offset, 275/35's I Support the KONI Sports Car Challenge!

06-23-2008, 08:16 PM	#7
TehMonkay Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Louisville, KY iTrader: (0) Posts: 302 Rep Power: 17	Koni Yellow/Ground Control I think you get free rebuilds as long as your keep the reciept. __________________ My car blows up everytime I start it, it's rotary

06-23-2008, 04:21 PM	#4
sumdeus Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florence, SC iTrader: (0) Posts: 148 Rep Power: 0	What phoenix said. Those shocks plus any good set of springs. I have played around with those shocks and love them, I dont have them, but they are probably my next purchase. Tanabe GF210 or Tein S-Techs are also some spring choices you could throw in with those shocks if you buy them from somewhere else.

06-24-2008, 01:07 PM	#10
khronus79 RCC Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orlando, Fl iTrader: (0) Posts: 661 Rep Power: 17	Konis run for about $600-$650 and teins run for about $200 __________________

07-01-2008, 10:33 AM	#12
khronus79 RCC Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orlando, Fl iTrader: (0) Posts: 661 Rep Power: 17	I demand a new thread with pics of the koni cars, the rentals are welcome also. Please. __________________

07-01-2008, 12:33 PM	#13
I8U KONI Challenge Crew Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Goldsboro, NC iTrader: (0) Posts: 126 Rep Power: 17	I'll post up a thread when I get home from work tonight. edit New thread posted!!! __________________ 04 TiGray RX8 MT, LS2 coil setup, 3" midpipe, HKS Hi-power 3" exhaust, TEIN S-Techs, Hotchkis Adj F/R sways, K&N Typhoon V2, Steel braided brake lines, Redline drivetrain fluids, ATE Super Blue brake fluid, Cobalt XR2/GTS brake combo, MB Motorpsorts Weapons 18x9 +45 offset, 275/35's I Support the KONI Sports Car Challenge! Last edited by I8U; 07-01-2008 at 08:08 PM..

07-04-2008, 02:55 AM	#14
BBullet8 The Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: nashville iTrader: (0) Posts: 13 Rep Power: 0	I really think that the new Ksport coilovers are the best for what you are wanting to do. they are lighter than the tein coilovers and they are 32 way adjustable so they are good for both street and track driving. They are also the best that you can do for the price. I really don't agree with the new shock and spring idea. that to me is waisting money. for 600.00 they are the best you can go with and they will last a very long time.

07-04-2008, 06:54 AM	#15
I8U KONI Challenge Crew Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Goldsboro, NC iTrader: (0) Posts: 126 Rep Power: 17	Hell, if cost is the driving factor...go with Megan Racing coilovers. They are about $500, are fully adjustable and are a really comfortable ride. My buddy had a set on his S2000, I loved the way they rode! __________________ 04 TiGray RX8 MT, LS2 coil setup, 3" midpipe, HKS Hi-power 3" exhaust, TEIN S-Techs, Hotchkis Adj F/R sways, K&N Typhoon V2, Steel braided brake lines, Redline drivetrain fluids, ATE Super Blue brake fluid, Cobalt XR2/GTS brake combo, MB Motorpsorts Weapons 18x9 +45 offset, 275/35's I Support the KONI Sports Car Challenge! Last edited by I8U; 07-04-2008 at 01:08 PM..