Cup Kit vs Coilovers
05-30-2004, 08:07 PM
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Cup Kit vs Coilovers
I am contemplating getting either the cup kit or coilovers. What are the advantages of each and how do you guys like them (for those who have them installed)?
I have sport springs on with 19x8.5f and 19x9.5r with a 32 offset and when I hit a bump or dip the back of the car bottoms out. My car is a daily driver and seems to be bottoming out a lot more now. Should I forget about both and just shave the rear fenders and change the shocks?
Any ideas or comments would help.
I have sport springs on with 19x8.5f and 19x9.5r with a 32 offset and when I hit a bump or dip the back of the car bottoms out. My car is a daily driver and seems to be bottoming out a lot more now. Should I forget about both and just shave the rear fenders and change the shocks?
Any ideas or comments would help.
05-30-2004, 09:56 PM
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are you sure the car bottoms out? or does it rub? 
What springs did you use? Stock shocks?
as far as your question is concerned, Coilovers are the best to drop your car.. no questions asked. cupkits are a good drop but very soft to handle the drop, you will be almost guaranteed to rub with them.
Coilovers have adjustable height, and stiffness.. can't go wrong with that.
What springs did you use? Stock shocks?as far as your question is concerned, Coilovers are the best to drop your car.. no questions asked. cupkits are a good drop but very soft to handle the drop, you will be almost guaranteed to rub with them.
Coilovers have adjustable height, and stiffness.. can't go wrong with that.
05-31-2004, 03:45 PM
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Coilovers feature height adjustability that normal spring/shock kits don't have. That really is one of their biggest advantages. However it does come at a big price tag. In addition, coilovers do generally suggest some minor maintenance. Their threaded body can get gummed up with dirt and grit, and sometimes even corrode. So a regular maintenance on them is a good idea to keep them in good shape.
Regular spring/shock kits don't generally require as close attention. They're a fixed height setup, and in most cases offer a great blend of performance, looks, and comfort. IMO, if you're just an average street driving, you can certainly find a great kit to make you perfectly happy, without having to fork out for the coilover setups.
H&R kits, Koni Kits, and Vogtland kits are a couple great setups to look into.
Regular spring/shock kits don't generally require as close attention. They're a fixed height setup, and in most cases offer a great blend of performance, looks, and comfort. IMO, if you're just an average street driving, you can certainly find a great kit to make you perfectly happy, without having to fork out for the coilover setups.
H&R kits, Koni Kits, and Vogtland kits are a couple great setups to look into.
