ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
Ok So i think i want to go with the ZX2 struts,,
I have 15inch wheels and currently save 50 profile tires. but i think i might go back to the stock 55 size
anyways id like something fairly tight and i want to go lower, not too low, but low enough to make 15s with 50 or 55s look right and nice on my car...
and still keep things reasonably priced. like the 230 on struts, 50-200 total on spring, spring/sleeve setup
anyways since im unsure, i think a coilover set up would be awesome.... eg. the Dropzone Coilovers.
This link would have helped alot but the link in first post dont work anymore.
http://www.mx-3.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=42037" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I have 15inch wheels and currently save 50 profile tires. but i think i might go back to the stock 55 size
anyways id like something fairly tight and i want to go lower, not too low, but low enough to make 15s with 50 or 55s look right and nice on my car...
and still keep things reasonably priced. like the 230 on struts, 50-200 total on spring, spring/sleeve setup
anyways since im unsure, i think a coilover set up would be awesome.... eg. the Dropzone Coilovers.
This link would have helped alot but the link in first post dont work anymore.
http://www.mx-3.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=42037" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
Beware of the name DropZone...
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
DropZone is code for junk. In the end, there's no way to do your suspension well for less than about $700.
$200 - 250 for struts
$200 - 300 for springs
$50 for alignment
Plus the little things like bumpstops which are usually toast and strut bearings which are often broken. Add shipping if you have to order struts and springs online...which you likely will. If you try to cheap out, you'll wind up with a bad handling car.
$200 - 250 for struts
$200 - 300 for springs
$50 for alignment
Plus the little things like bumpstops which are usually toast and strut bearings which are often broken. Add shipping if you have to order struts and springs online...which you likely will. If you try to cheap out, you'll wind up with a bad handling car.
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
I have to recommend http://www.oemfordparts.com for the ZX-2 Tokico struts, as well as two metal thrust bearings. They were the cheapest I could find anywhere, about $240 shipped to Canada. As well, their service was excellent.
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
Here is a pic of my old mx with tokico HP and suspension technique springs on stock tires:
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/IMG_0882.jpg)
I liked those springs, they advertised a 1.3" drop, it settled at like 1.8"
H&R is a nice stiff spring
Intrax is a nice progressive spring
There are lots, they will all yeild a 1.3-1.8" drop.
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With my current car I am running zx2's with a ground control coilover sleeve setup.. VERY much better for handling etc. Abit bumpy though![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/P1015428.jpg)
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/P1060864.jpg)
Looking at that old pic kinda makes me miss the look of that old car...![Sad :(](./images/smilies/icon_sad.gif)
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/IMG_0882.jpg)
I liked those springs, they advertised a 1.3" drop, it settled at like 1.8"
H&R is a nice stiff spring
Intrax is a nice progressive spring
There are lots, they will all yeild a 1.3-1.8" drop.
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With my current car I am running zx2's with a ground control coilover sleeve setup.. VERY much better for handling etc. Abit bumpy though
![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/P1015428.jpg)
![Image](http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/solo_ryder/P1060864.jpg)
Looking at that old pic kinda makes me miss the look of that old car...
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
man that looks BAD a--!
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MX-3 w/ curved neck millenia klde, boosted @ 5 psi. /bov and wastegate are good!/ nitto drag radial/ gutted interior/ millenia red top injectors, vortech fmu/aem wideband/ all bolts ons/ Car put together 100% by me. Mechanic? who needs a mechanic? ew.. real men work on their own cars!
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
^^^I totally agree.umcamara wrote:I have to recommend http://www.oemfordparts.com for the ZX-2 Tokico struts, as well as two metal thrust bearings. They were the cheapest I could find anywhere, about $240 shipped to Canada. As well, their service was excellent.
94' RS/GS/MS/CF Monster Turbo...coming soon.
93' GS SE, the Black Beast, the former love of my life...soon to be gutted and crushed.
94' GS, black on black, now in several small pieces...and one large crushed piece.
2007 Mazda3 GT Sport --- super fun
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94' GS, black on black, now in several small pieces...and one large crushed piece.
2007 Mazda3 GT Sport --- super fun
2004 Honda RC51 --- Lost forever to some theavin' bastard
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
hmm.. How much was duty on those? (struts)
How low do the H&R springs drop?
and The Eibach?
How low do the H&R springs drop?
and The Eibach?
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True Straight Neck KLZE with TB relocate. Custom Cold air Intake. 2.25 Exhaust to Bosal muffler.
ACT Stage 2, Fidanza Lightweight Flywheel, Short Shifter with CorkSport Bushings and SS Clutch Line.
Suspension Techniques Springs On Zx2 Struts. SRD Control arm Bushings, Custom Sway Bar Links
True Straight Neck KLZE with TB relocate. Custom Cold air Intake. 2.25 Exhaust to Bosal muffler.
ACT Stage 2, Fidanza Lightweight Flywheel, Short Shifter with CorkSport Bushings and SS Clutch Line.
Suspension Techniques Springs On Zx2 Struts. SRD Control arm Bushings, Custom Sway Bar Links
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
You can get the shocks from any large ford dealer. I got mine from Brown Bros. Ford in Vancouver for 240bones taxes in. Check a local ford dealer.
H&R should yeild a 1.5" drop
H&R should yeild a 1.5" drop
Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
I live near the border Windsor/Detroit, think i just drive over one day and get em, along with the thrust bearings.
Still yet to make up my mind on the damn springs.. lol
Problem is planning to do to much at once.. lol Im Currently finishing school 4 hours from car and trying to find all parts so i can do Engine swap, Suspension and some body maintenance in about weeks time when i get back.. haha
Still yet to make up my mind on the damn springs.. lol
Problem is planning to do to much at once.. lol Im Currently finishing school 4 hours from car and trying to find all parts so i can do Engine swap, Suspension and some body maintenance in about weeks time when i get back.. haha
1996 MX-3 GS - rollin' on Rota Slipstreams, (Red, Deep Tint, Black Lip)
True Straight Neck KLZE with TB relocate. Custom Cold air Intake. 2.25 Exhaust to Bosal muffler.
ACT Stage 2, Fidanza Lightweight Flywheel, Short Shifter with CorkSport Bushings and SS Clutch Line.
Suspension Techniques Springs On Zx2 Struts. SRD Control arm Bushings, Custom Sway Bar Links
True Straight Neck KLZE with TB relocate. Custom Cold air Intake. 2.25 Exhaust to Bosal muffler.
ACT Stage 2, Fidanza Lightweight Flywheel, Short Shifter with CorkSport Bushings and SS Clutch Line.
Suspension Techniques Springs On Zx2 Struts. SRD Control arm Bushings, Custom Sway Bar Links
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
My local Ford dealer had em' but at about $75 more than oemfordparts.com so it was still cheaper to get them from texas. With the Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs the drop is perfect for my taste. Just centers the wheel in the well perfectly.
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
I know this is an older post but I'd like advise here. My car runs like a tank, very stiff. I have 17's on the car and I don't really want to drop the car at all as the streets here have real bad curbs. What springs should I use with the zx-2 struts to achieve a little less of a hard ride. My springs are stiffer then stock but I do still have lots of stock springs around I could use if that would work. Advise anyone. Thanks
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I would use the stock springs, they should ride nicer.
A lot of people on here have the misconception that the ZX-2 Tokico struts automatically lower your car half an inch. This is untrue, it's just that the stroke that the shaft undergoes is half an inch shorter.
Makes no difference to the ride height of the car.
I'd love to put stock springs back on for the ride comfort, but the wheel wells look like crap like that.
A lot of people on here have the misconception that the ZX-2 Tokico struts automatically lower your car half an inch. This is untrue, it's just that the stroke that the shaft undergoes is half an inch shorter.
Makes no difference to the ride height of the car.
I'd love to put stock springs back on for the ride comfort, but the wheel wells look like crap like that.
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Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
The stock springs will be the most comfortable. The Escort ZX2 springs are a little harsher than the stock ones.
94' RS/GS/MS/CF Monster Turbo...coming soon.
93' GS SE, the Black Beast, the former love of my life...soon to be gutted and crushed.
94' GS, black on black, now in several small pieces...and one large crushed piece.
2007 Mazda3 GT Sport --- super fun
2004 Honda RC51 --- Lost forever to some theavin' bastard
My Worklog
My feedback thread
Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity.
93' GS SE, the Black Beast, the former love of my life...soon to be gutted and crushed.
94' GS, black on black, now in several small pieces...and one large crushed piece.
2007 Mazda3 GT Sport --- super fun
2004 Honda RC51 --- Lost forever to some theavin' bastard
My Worklog
My feedback thread
Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity.
Re: ZX2 SR struts and .... - Questions
With my mounts filled and the stiffer springs and shocks I've lost two fillings already.
So now to find a reasonable place to buy the struts. Thanks
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92 GS Sold
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