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KYB & Monreo are less torturing on one's pocket as compared to Blistein, Koni .... etc [nod][nod][nod]

 

Have you changed your shock for your Mazda ??

 

 

 

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think the best answer is call to ask lor...

last time i enquire for my car is like 1 yr ago

 

 

 

My last koni bought 5 years ago,tats why i ask...no lumber to call also

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Just curious.

 

Are the higher grades of shock absorbers better than the higher ends of coilovers?

 

Since there are the stiffer or tougher shock absorbers, why are people still going for coilovers?

 

Might as well invest in a good set of springs and good shocks since some of the better known shocks are claimed to be more "hardcore or track use". I know coilovers come in a set and they are "in a way configured" to function as a system.

 

Correct me if I am wrong. I understand that stock springs can last for 10 years of the car. Coilovers may last 3-5 years depends on usage. If that is the case, isn't the use of stock springs a better chance? Just check the shocks at the required mileage and change it when necessary.

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2 school of thoughts

 

Coil-over = lowered looks,very stiff,track use,sometimes got squueky sound.

 

Spring + abs combo = comfort.

 

A good set of abs can give good handling compare to stock,but loose out to coilover.

 

 

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Bro, i have changed to Blistein B8 together with Eibach springs 3 years back :ph34r:

 

Bro, I think i was using the same combo when i was driving my Mz3.

Just to share with the rest the difference between stock and aftermarket.

 

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Neutral Newbie

Stock is hydraulic.

 

The yellow Bilstein is monotube. Look at the shaft diameter, obviously can last longer & better.

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kyb.. is cheap??? it can cost as much as bilsteins... the cheaper kyb do not last as long as stock.

My stock suspension lasted me 14 years.... no problems....

Just decided to change.

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Bro, I think i was using the same combo when i was driving my Mz3.

Just to share with the rest the difference between stock and aftermarket.

 

B8s with Eibach is a [thumbsup] combo [bounce1][bounce1][bounce1]

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Hi Bro,

Just to side track abit.

Changed my stock shock absorbers at 108k km to Blistein B6 shock absorbers.

After changing, my ride becomes more stiff. Handling is more responsive. Changing of lanes at high speed is alot more stable (used to have this wobbling feeling when on stock absorbers).

In the end, conclusion of the change. Definately worth it.

My stock shock absorbers are definately gone, as I can use my hands to depress it easily...

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Neutral Newbie

I having confused at so many coilovers to choose.

 

Stiff and harshness is quite subjective and kinda difficult to determine which is suitable...

 

tao tia man... [dizzy]

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Hi Bro,

Just to side track abit.

Changed my stock shock absorbers at 108k km to Blistein B6 shock absorbers.

After changing, my ride becomes more stiff. Handling is more responsive. Changing of lanes at high speed is alot more stable (used to have this wobbling feeling when on stock absorbers).

In the end, conclusion of the change. Definately worth it.

My stock shock absorbers are definately gone, as I can use my hands to depress it easily...

 

Where to get these shocks u bought? Can disclose wat the damage like?

Thanks

 

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i know Mobile Car Boutique @ 96802911 brings them in.......

 

Else if you want Monroe / KYB you can try Lawrence Ong @ Waterloo

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i know Mobile Car Boutique @ 96802911 brings them in.......

 

Else if you want Monroe / KYB you can try Lawrence Ong @ Waterloo

 

Ermm.....where is this workshop @ waterloo ah? [sweatdrop]

 

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