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Is there a coilover setup with a more comfortable ride than OEM '05 sport springs?

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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 07:07 PM
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Is there a coilover setup with a more comfortable ride than OEM '05 sport springs?

I've heard that the Tein Super Streets have about the same comfort level as the OEM '05 sport springs. I've also heard that the H&R's and PSS9's are more harsh and stiff than stock springs. I'm basically looking for the softest, most comfortable ride I can get with a coilover setup that offers both height and dampening adjustment. Anyone had any experience with Megan, Ksport, KW, or any others? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 07:45 PM
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Stay away from the Megan/Ksport ones. I've asked around on those and haven't heard a good thing. You get what you pay for, though. Go with the KW V2s. The adjustments on ride height and dampening will get you a nice drop with a very comfortable ride.
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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 08:24 PM
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The better coilovers allow you to adjust not only height but dampening too. So you can be low and still have comfort. +1 on what SB said. I've heard great things about KW V2s.
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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 08:26 PM
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or you can go one notch down and get the h&r coilovers if it works better with your budget.
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Thanks so much for the input guys.

Matt, your car looks awesome. What sort of suspension setup are you running? And what kind of wheels are those?

Frank, how's the ride with the PSS9's?
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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 09:56 PM
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KW actually came out with a street comfort coilovers for our cars. Here's a link

http://www.sparktecmotorsports.com/kw-18025002.html
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Here's KW link on it

http://kw-store.com/products/complet...lass-w203.html
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KW actually came out with a street comfort coilovers for our cars. Here's a link

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Awesome, thanks.
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damn man.. good find. i was about to get a hold of some v2s but ill have to look at these even though they're a bit more costly.
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Originally Posted by jtwillia2
Thanks so much for the input guys.

Matt, your car looks awesome. What sort of suspension setup are you running? And what kind of wheels are those?

Frank, how's the ride with the PSS9's?
Thanks for the compliments jt. i'm currently on h&r sport springs with a half coil cut in the front. my wheels are 19' MRR GT-1.

Goodluck with the suspension. I'd opt for coilovers over springs any day on our 203's, if you want that really aggressive/no gap stance. plus there's dampening for those who want a more comfortable ride.
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