BtownVolvo Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Is there any reason why you cant use an aftermarket strut instead of a Koni Yellow? (Yes, I know the yellows are adjustable).Koni's are thinner and can slip the sleeve over it. At least that's my understanding... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick. Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Koni's are thinner and can slip the sleeve over it. At least that's my understanding...mine as well.another note- make sure you re-use the "seat" that the bumpstop is attached to if you do not fabricate aluminum upper "spring seats" as was done in the writeup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Reid, is that your tutorial? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow95 Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 I've noticed he doesn't like to discuss his stuff unless he's selling it Was actually on vacation thank you. Looks like most of the questions have been answered.Garymine as well.another note- make sure you re-use the "seat" that the bumpstop is attached to if you do not fabricate aluminum upper "spring seats" as was done in the writeup.Patrick Are you saying you used the bumpstop plate in the place of the aluminum upper seat? Did that work out well?Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green machine Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 so no bilstien struts can be used or can you get a bigger sleve ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick. Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Was actually on vacation thank you. Looks like most of the questions have been answered.GaryPatrick Are you saying you used the bumpstop plate in the place of the aluminum upper seat? Did that work out well?GaryI used a couple of poly upper spring seats in place of the aluminum seats, with the bumpstop plate on top of those. It worked flawlessly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow95 Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 I used a couple of poly upper spring seats in place of the aluminum seats, with the bumpstop plate on top of those. It worked flawlessly.Dont suppose you can get a pic next time you have your wheel off can you?Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx9854 Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 2 springs-SPRINGS!pick your rating of choice- i'd go with 450 or 550, depending on how stiff you want it (yikes)How do I know how stiff I like it? I have only been in one car with coilovers and I loved it. I will try and found out what the rate was but I was thinking #425 or is that too soft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow95 Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 2 springs-SPRINGS!pick your rating of choice- i'd go with 450 or 550, depending on how stiff you want it (yikes)How do I know how stiff I like it? I have only been in one car with coilovers and I loved it. I will try and found out what the rate was but I was thinking #425 or is that too soft?I have 350lb springs. They are pergect in my opinion.Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaskMule Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 What are coilovers?Moms gonna be pissed you did that on top of her dryer.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
550 Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 It really isnt hard. Sleeves and struts. Add Springs. Done WOO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow95 Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 It really isnt hard. Sleeves and struts. Add Springs. Done WOO!You better have some seats to hold those springs in position or you wont be happy for long.Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx9854 Posted October 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Just bought Afco 5" sleeves, nuts, and 8" #425 springs. Still looking for a good deal on the Koni's though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow95 Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Just bought Afco 5" sleeves, nuts, and 8" #425 springs. Still looking for a good deal on the Koni's though.8" 425lb springs? You better get your fillings reinforced. I have 8" 350lb springs. I couldnt imagine any stiffer. I may buy 300 lb springs.Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TorqueSteer Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Im using 10" 475 springs on my Koni coilovers. The ride is stiff but still quite comfy. The longer spring helps the ride a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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