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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Editing my recent post to clarify. The Koni's ARE rebuildable, but Koni doesn't seem to be doing a great job lately.
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 03-20-2013 at 12:09 AM. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Got my struts in yesterday and they look AMAZING! I got mine powder-coated red. And while the red is more of a true red than the barcelona red, i'm still happy with them
Next step is to find out when my mechanic will be freed up so I can take Samantha over to him and have her new struts put on. I'll take some pics tonight when I get home and upload them. I was just too tired to do it after work last night.
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'93 LS-L named "Samantha Victoria Xavier"...Sam for short. All new and improved custom built engine with forged internals, lowered compression, upgraded cams and a stage III supercharger. AMR Engineering struts, Custom exhaust --All 3 Subaru cats removed, and replaced with 2 high flow mustang cats-- Cross-drilled & Slotted rotors, steel braided brake lines, bypassed stock Tranny cooler replaced with aftermarket B&M super-cooler, and a K&N drop in air filter. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Here are the struts in Red as promised. With any luck, I'll have them installed within the next week or so!
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'93 LS-L named "Samantha Victoria Xavier"...Sam for short. All new and improved custom built engine with forged internals, lowered compression, upgraded cams and a stage III supercharger. AMR Engineering struts, Custom exhaust --All 3 Subaru cats removed, and replaced with 2 high flow mustang cats-- Cross-drilled & Slotted rotors, steel braided brake lines, bypassed stock Tranny cooler replaced with aftermarket B&M super-cooler, and a K&N drop in air filter. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
What is the warranty? Do they have replacement parts?
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
LIFETIME warranty on the dampers (strut cartridge) They said that in 8 years of production, with over 800 sets, they have never had one blown production damper.
Just tell them the spring rate, etc. or just tell them the kind of ride you want (slightly firmer-than-stock, OEM ride, etc) and they will dial in what you desire. Warranty can be found HERE .
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 03-30-2013 at 09:34 AM. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
These are incredible looking! Can't wait to hear more word after installs.
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
So these cost $1500 including shipping? Other than the warranty and the fact that they come from our own country, are there any differences between these and the Ceika ones I've been researching? I'm just trying to put all the pieces together before I buy a set. 92SVX has been happy with his, and no one has installed a set of these yet. I just want real-life tests before I buy anything.
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Andy at AMR has a record of his coil overs winning major races, in other words, race proven.
Plus no failures in over 800 units. Ray |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
I think the question is more "what does the extra ~$500 buy us?"
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
We just don't know anything about the Ceika's yet. They may last just as long. I do however want to hear from those that have bought AMR once they install them. How easy the install was; any obstacles or faulty measurements they came across, ride quality, etc. Obviously we won't know for a few years how they hold out in the long run.
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1992 Pearl White LS Owned since 2009 175k Miles STi Airlift Performance air suspension 2005 WRX manual swap Rear wheel drive K-Staff front bumper Delta Speed side skirts JDM clear corners Smallcar grille Subaru XT steering wheel Subaru XT shift knob First bagged SVX in the world Worlds first SVX on air suspension. Custom made (by myself) spare tire subwoofer. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
I am not sure what all these numbers mean.
but if this is a option how does this compare to the amr or the Ceika can we use these numbers as a guide. for ride height and comfort? Brand: ARAGOSTA Product: Coilover Suspension - Type-S Subaru SVX CXW Part Num: S3.A1.000 SPECIFICATIONS: Upper Mount Type: - Front: Camber Adjustable Pillow Ball Bushing - Rear: Fixed Camber Pillow Ball Bushing Standard Height Drop from OEM (mm): - Front: -35 - Rear: -35 Height Adjustment Range (mm): - Front: +40/-0 - Rear: +35/-25 Spring Rate (kg/mm): - Front: 8 - Rear: 5 Last edited by kjoyes; 03-28-2013 at 11:57 PM. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Got mine installed yesterday and they feel GREAT! Mechanic had no issues putting them on and had the job done by around 1 (took car in at 9am). I do need to adjust them though at the front end looks little high, while the back is a little low.
Does anyone know how to do that? I was told that you need a tool of some kind to do it? I assume I can just take the wheel off and give it a few cranks, right? Any tips on how to gauge the adjustment so that it's right? I thought getting new struts would eliminate all the clunking I could hear going over bumps but it hasn't. The mechanic said that my front bushings were shot and if i replaced those, that should fix the last of what i'm hearing. Guess I'll be ordering those next. My old struts are in my trunk now and I didn't realize how heavy they are. They're enormous compared to the new ones. Now i'm just trying to figure out what to do with them.
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'93 LS-L named "Samantha Victoria Xavier"...Sam for short. All new and improved custom built engine with forged internals, lowered compression, upgraded cams and a stage III supercharger. AMR Engineering struts, Custom exhaust --All 3 Subaru cats removed, and replaced with 2 high flow mustang cats-- Cross-drilled & Slotted rotors, steel braided brake lines, bypassed stock Tranny cooler replaced with aftermarket B&M super-cooler, and a K&N drop in air filter. |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
I thought AMR would have given you a spanner wrench as part of the kit. Just a machined piece that fits into the semi-circular slots on the strut collar. No adjustment instructions in the kit?
I would either look on the box again, or call Andy at AMR. Using the wrench, you should be able to make adjustments while the wheels are on Quote:
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . |
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Mine came with the wrench. Yours were probably supposed to. They were in the box between coilovers.
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Re: Just ordered my new AMR Engineering Coilovers
Found it. I missed it when i took the struts out. I also found the little knobs used to adjust them. I wish I had see those BEFORE I had them installed. Then I could have set them to the lowest setting (I like a comfy ride lol) Oh well, I know how to get to them if i need to. Maybe i'll do that when I have the interior redone.
I went to go get my alignment done this morning but found out they couldn't do it because the ball joints were bad. So, I guess I have one more thing to fix before I can really drive this daily again. At the rate i'm going, its going to be 2020 before I can drive the SVX again
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'93 LS-L named "Samantha Victoria Xavier"...Sam for short. All new and improved custom built engine with forged internals, lowered compression, upgraded cams and a stage III supercharger. AMR Engineering struts, Custom exhaust --All 3 Subaru cats removed, and replaced with 2 high flow mustang cats-- Cross-drilled & Slotted rotors, steel braided brake lines, bypassed stock Tranny cooler replaced with aftermarket B&M super-cooler, and a K&N drop in air filter. |
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