OK, questions about entry-level coilovers for the FC come up all the time. A lot of people mainly do not know all the available choices out there. Recently I have been doing a lot of searching and research on the available choices out there, since i plan on picking up a set within the next few months and it is a decent amount of money to drop down, even for "entry-level".

I'm hoping this to be a reference for anyone needing to know this info. I will list all the coilover kits available for the FC3S. i will only list the basic details of each, the standard or MSRP price, and provide a link with more extensive information.
I'll post each coilover in a seperate post for easier referencing.

Please feel free to add to this thread or post any corrections if i have stated something incorrectly.
I would ask that you minimize opinions on the choices unless it is first hand experience or purely fact-based.

 

Silk Road RMA8: inverted monotube, fully adjustable, Japan-based warranty/servicing
http://www.silkroad-usa.com/pages/rm8.htm
$1499 at raretrick.com

 

Stance Suspension FC3S coilovers: inverted monotube, fully adjustable, replaceable catridge, 1 year warranty, US-based
MSRP $1295

 

Ksport USA Kontrol Pro FC3S coilovers: monotube, fully adjustable, replaceable catridge, 1 year warranty
http://www.ksportusa.com/products/kontrolpro.html
MSRP $1300

 

Memory Fab CST Zero 1 FC3S coilovers: monotube, fully adjustable, not sure on other details, Japan-based
http://www.memoryfab.com/detail_susp...port.php?id=14
$999 memoryfab.com

 

TEIN Type Flex FC3S coilovers: twin tube, fully adjustable, 1 year warranty, Japan-based
http://www.tein.com/ti/m62.html
MSRP $1560

 

this should be archived since we get "drifto suspension" questions every week now.

 

Racing Logic FC3S coilovers: monotube, fully adjustable w/ seperate preload, Australian-based? not sure on other details...
MSRP $1300
http://www.epikmotorsports.com/siteh...ogic_page.html

 

Memory Fab has nonthing to do with CST. They are only a online shop that sells CST parts. it would like saying RX-7 Store Hypermax II when they are realy HKS Hypermax II

http://www.boyz.co.jp/cst/fr.htm Boyz is CST


you should also list the spring rates and number of ways they can be adjusted

The CST springs are front 8K rear 6K 16way adjustable

 

Ground Control coilover kit w/ Ground Control CC plates w/ Koni Sport shock: twin tube, fully adjustable w/ caster, US-based, LIFETIME warranty on coilver kit and shock.
http://www.ground-control-store.com/...hp/II=41/CA=87
http://www.ground-control-store.com/...p/II=139/CA=87

MSRP $1347

 

you are right about the CST coilovers, thanks for the correction.

as for the spring rates, all that information is available in those links, and i purposely left it out since people should really look at the detailed info on the websites.
also different spring rates may be available.

 

Racing Logic coilovers:



8.7kg/mm front and 7.2kg/mm rear rates.

Allow 4 full turns of dampening adjustibility.

Full control of compression/rebound.

Springs are fine-grade SAE9254 steel.

Monotube high-pressure design with 30% gas and 70% oil seperately to reduce oil leakage.

Full length adjustment system with movable lower bracket and spring perch, which enable seperate adjustments of ride height and pre-load.

Forged from 6061 aluminum with T6.

Electroplated body and anodized components for extra protection.

Based out of SE Asia and very polular in Australia.

You have the ability to order a full range of optional spring rates @ $50 per spring.

 

i forgot to add the link for the Stance coilovers:
www.stancesus.com

 

We're constantly adding reputable products as we test them onto the website. This is always a good place to take a gander in case you missed something. I noticed GP Sports G Master Coils aren't up here. Not any US Support really but it's an option.

http://www.autornd.com/catalog/index...b59190094c185c

Rishie

 

I just picked up a set of Buddy Club D1 coilovers from chuck at rotaryextreme.com (1125$). Being shipped as I type this so I'll have to report back on what I think of them.

 

And for us cheapskates- the MK1 coilover kit on e-bay.
MSRP $160 shipped.
Not in the same class as the above.
Stiff as hell, but cheap, and they do work.

 

has anybody tried the CST zero1 coilovers? they look good, and beefy but the price worries me

 

Maybe another important factor to add, "Support".As in, where does the unit have to sent to be serviced and equally importantly "turn-around" time?I bet that would knock most of these japanese options out of the running.The Racing logic ones aren't rebuildable apparently,you have to buy replacements.Although that might not be a bad thing if you factor in the shipping, it might be an advantage to just get a replacement if it's priced accordingly(and readily available).

 

i did provide basic support details. you will see i mentioned whether they are US-based, meaning you can service them in the US, or not. i also mentioned if they include replaceable catridges, in which case if you damage the shock you can just buy another catridge and swap.

i really don't know about turn-around time, that is hard to say since it depends on the location and other factors.

 

sorry to steal the thread has anyone use ksport coilovers, if u did, how are they?

 

if anyone has any feedback/comments or any coilovers to add, please do so. it would nice to get this thread archived for future reference.

thanks
- Aaron

 

KTS Coilovers 1100$ 15way adjustable
http://www.splparts.com/Parts/Univer...on/default.htm

 

can't believe i forgot about the KTS coilovers. good post, thanks.

edit: link for FC3S,
http://www.splparts.com/Parts/FC3S/S...on/default.htm

 

I have "Secret Sports" Coilovers in my FC, came in it from Japan, can't find anything at all about the company or the coils :S

They are quite comfortable on the road and slide very well though

 

I'm guessing most of these are single adjustable?
$1200, GC Advance Design, double adjustable struts/shock.
Can be revalved and rebuilt by the customer.
www.advance-design.com