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new street/track suspension opportunity!
Hey Folks,
I have been talking with a company that makes coilovers for many of the popular import sports cars. In the past, they have looked at making a coilover for the SVX, but decided it wasn't worth it because of the perceived lack of market potential. I've been able to negotiate with these guys that if I can line up 50 buyers, they will design and build a set of complete coilovers for the SVX. The specs would be as follows: * spring rate: 330f/280r with option for 450f/335r * damping: fixed compression, 32 clicks rebound (aka single adjustable) * adjustable spring preload and shock body length(!) * pillowball top mounts with adjustable camber and caster(!) * rebuild schedule: every 2-4 yrs depending on usage * rebuildable via strut-body exchange program * 1 year manufacture-defect warranty * price: $900-$950 for a set The intent of these coilovers would be as a high performance street suspension with the option for track or auto-x duty. They would of course be much firmer than stock, but the damper curve and spring rate would be tuned for streetability (good bump absorption) and could serve as daily driver replacements for the factory struts and springs. The development cycle would take about 4 months to complete, but before I would commit, I would need to get at least 30 people to buy into this before I would make a deal with these guys. Considering that the cost would be only a few hundred dollars more than a full set of factory struts, the price is absolutely amazing, especially for what's included. And Koni inserts and GC springs are over $1000 now. Can I get a show of hands for people who would want to buy coilovers? Please only sign if you are really prepared to buy these, because I really want to see this happen and don't want to have it go south by having half the people back down after reaching 30 signups. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. etc.
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. Last edited by mbtoloczko; 06-26-2007 at 08:25 AM. |
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a question for the suspension challenged:
would this be a drop in kit (nuts/bolts at the most) or will there be any cutting/welding/fabricating for us to do? Also - does a set mean all four corners included or just front or rear?
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how would performance and durability stack up against the Koni/GC?
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* Installation: Its a complete swap for whatever struts/springs/top mounts are in there now. The entire old strut assembly is removed as a whole, and the new assembly (completely built and ready to install) is installed. No cutting/welding/fabricating. Just basic hand tools. And it would in fact be easier than replacing the stock struts, because there is no need to disassemble the old strut. If you were taking your car to a shop for an install, this would be worth about $100-$150 in labor savings.
* $900-$950 would be for all four corners. * Durability: See rebuild schedule. * Performance: Equal or better than Koni/GC. Probably much better.
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. Last edited by mbtoloczko; 06-25-2007 at 10:18 PM. |
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Cost comparison
OEM parts New struts: $116/ea front, $123/ea rear = $478 New top mounts: $68/ea front, $83/ea rear = $302 Install labor: ~5 hrs @ $60/hr = $300 -DIY price (no labor): $780 -Shop price: $1080 Koni/GC Koni inserts: $680 GC springs: $380 New top mounts: $68/ea front, $65/ea rear = $266 build up labor: $150 install labor: 3.5 hrs @ $60/hr = $210 -DIY price (no labor): $1326 -prebuilt price (no install): ~$1475 -full shop price: $1675 "new performance coilovers" completely built coilover set: $950 install labor: 3.5 hr @ $60/hr = $210 -DIY price: $950 -shop price: $1160
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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what company is it???
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Former: 1994 Barcelona Red(x2), 1995 Brilliant Red, 1992 Liquid Silver, 1992 Ebony(x2), 1992 Pearl White (x2) Current: 2017 Ford Raptor 2017 Kawasaki KLR 1995 Guards Red Carrera 1995 Spec-ish Miata - track car 1957 CJ-5 |
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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I am interested. Do we have to pitch in now or upon reaching 30/50 buyers?
Looking for more info... - Sov13t
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Will the car have he same road profile/ hight as stock, lower- or will this be adjustable as well?
Thanks for the reasearch and work on this project ! David
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You can count me in, i have been looking at the koni setup for some time, but if this is a possibility i would much rather go with it
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Foldered.....
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Chris SVX World Network Administrator -1993 Subaru SVX LS-L, Barcelona Red, #46, 160,000+ Miles (Sold to SomethingElse) -2011 Toyota Sienna SE, Black, 30,000+ Miles (Swagger Wagon ) -2002 BMW R 1150R ABS, Black, 26,000+ Miles (Daily Driver ) SVX Owner from February 1997 to March 2008 SVX Online Community Member since February 1998 SVX World Network Member since February 2002, Member #520 Life is a game. Play to win. The world belongs to those who can laugh at it. |
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Here's what I know for sure: The preload and ride height will both be independently adjustable. The strut-to-hub flange threads onto the strut body, and to raise or lower the vehicle, the strut is screwed further into or out of the flange. This is a feature usually only found on $2k+ coilovers. Here's what I'm guessing based on their suspensions for other cars: Probably the greatest ride height would be within 0.5" of stock height.
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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Ready to buy a set:
1. Stevebsy 2. Mission 3. SVXMAN2001 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. etc. That's 1/10th of the way. :-)
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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