Eibach + Mazdaspeed Struts??

[992mmx3]

Is this combo any good? I've done some searching and it looks like a lot of you guys like the ZX2 and Eibach setup. Just wondering if any of you have input on if I combined the Eibach springs with the Mazdaspeed adjustable struts.

[Damien]

Most of the MX-West guys are running Mazdaspeed struts with H&R springs, apparently thats an Awesome setup. Unfortunately I wont know until i finish installing my suspension.

[992mmx3]

Hehe, kind of funny because I'm on the West coast too, hehe. I've heard that the H&R's coils sometimes rub, but does that have to do with the kind of struts they get? I can also get Eibach's for only $195. Not too shabby.

[illicitQ]

hey thats a great price. the lowest i can find is like 250 or so locally.

[nope-mx3]

After discussing with ProtegeSTS I decided on Koni`s & H&R.

the Koni`s are almost identical to the Mazdaspeeds... only big difference is that the mazdaspeeds are a complete strut, the Koni`s are cartridges wich you press-fit and bolt at the bottom of the strut.

The Koni`s are a bit cheaper aswell. (atleast here in norway)

I was thinking of Eibachs at first as they are well known, but everyone I asked said they where soft, almost stocklike, an lowered only 25-30mm.

nope-mx3

[992mmx3]

Originally posted by nope-mx3:
After discussing with ProtegeSTS I decided on Koni`s & H&R.

the Koni`s are almost identical to the Mazdaspeeds... only big difference is that the mazdaspeeds are a complete strut, the Koni`s are cartridges wich you press-fit and bolt at the bottom of the strut.

The Koni`s are a bit cheaper aswell. (atleast here in norway)

I was thinking of Eibachs at first as they are well known, but everyone I asked said they where soft, almost stocklike, an lowered only 25-30mm.

nope-mx3

Good post nope, thanks a lot. I think I'm going to go with the MS struts though as I want a completely new strut. I might have to go with the H&R springs now though.

<small>[ December 22, 2003, 01:25 PM: Message edited by: 992mmx3 ]</small>

[992mmx3]

Originally posted by illicitQ:
hey thats a great price. the lowest i can find is like 250 or so locally.

Go here to get the Eibachs for $190: http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=80706 I asked him to match the price of the 1g. MX6gt for us and he agreed.

[nope-mx3]

Originally posted by 992mmx3:

Originally posted by nope-mx3:
After discussing with ProtegeSTS I decided on Koni`s & H&R.

the Koni`s are almost identical to the Mazdaspeeds... only big difference is that the mazdaspeeds are a complete strut, the Koni`s are cartridges wich you press-fit and bolt at the bottom of the strut.

The Koni`s are a bit cheaper aswell. (atleast here in norway)

I was thinking of Eibachs at first as they are well known, but everyone I asked said they where soft, almost stocklike, an lowered only 25-30mm.

nope-mx3

Good post nope, thanks a lot. I think I'm going to go with the MS struts though as I want a completely new strut. I might have to go with the H&R springs now though.

With the Koni`s you get a "new" strut.
You hacksaw it on the top and remove all the stuff inside it.

Of course, Mazdaspeeds are good, and takes somewhat less time and tools to install.
Go with H&R, you wont regret

Also, if you want something that is a real Bang for the Buck mod, get the Whiteline rear swaybar.
it makes a world of difference.

http://www.nope.no/Mx3Swaybar

nope-mx3

[Mradio]

NOPE, do you have any pictures of your Koni setup or installation? I still don't get it. What do you need to do, and how long it will take? Do I need to use the body of my stock struts?...

I was thinking about changing my tokico's for something better. I do have h&r's and love them. Plus the swaybar. I guess all I need now are good struts.

[nope-mx3]

[quote]Originally posted by Vlad:
NOPE, do you have any pictures of your Koni setup or installation? I still don't get it. What do you need to do, and how long it will take? Do I need to use the body of my stock struts?...

anyway, the Koni`s are very much recommended

nope-mx3

[Nd4SpdSe]

Which is the best combo for performance?

[Steeb]

Originally posted by Nd4SpdSe:
Which is the best combo for performance?

whatever you driving style is.

[Nd4SpdSe]

handeling, mostly quick n tight turns, with a ~1.5" drop

I'm undecided on which way and what to go with, and there doesnt seem to be a clear advantage with coil-overs either, and i dont need to adjust my height

[Steeb]

true reason for coilovers, is for cornerweighting and spring rates. when you find the proper ride height for your driving style and area ull realize the true purpose of coilovers is not to slam the crap outta your ride and jack up your suspension geometry

[ProtegeSTS]

Originally posted by Nd4SpdSe:
Which is the best combo for performance?

you cannot afford the best...pick a price range and the correct answer will emerge.