Will there be more aftermarket shock/strut options (non-coilover, non-adjustable)?

ReggNoble

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Mazda, 2 Touring 5speed
So far there are only coilovers, CorkSport and Monroe shocks/struts available on the market.
I still am waiting on something from the typical aftermarket companies like KYB/Tokico/Koni/Bilstein for our 2.
Coilovers and the adjustable Corksports are more than I need and want something OEM like.
Does anybody know if this will be an option in the future?
I will most likely go OEM w/ Racing Beat springs when my car hits 50 or 60K miles if nothing else is available.
 
I sent Koni NA an email asking about yellows, but never got a reply. Why do you say the adjustable CS dampers are more than you need? They're decently priced, and should ride better then the OEM units with the racing beat springs (or even the stock springs for that matter).
 
I am sure the CorkSport adjustables are great but I dont see myself adjusting the settings once they are installed and assuming that a similar non-adjustable CorkSport-like set would be cheaper.
Reading the posts about the potential installation issues and noises from the CorkSport turns me off.

I have seen the KYB sets on RockAuto but am nervous about fitment issues.
Just looking for an option that would be an improvement over OEM with minimal issues once installed.

Thanks for the input guys.
 
You wouldn't be disappointed in the CS shocks. I also thought I wouldn't adjust them much beyond install, but because it's so easy, I've done it 4 or 5 times already. It's nice to have a palpable shift in feel with only a minute or two spent changing settings.
 
I know that a Korean manufacturer (don't be afraid, they are not the big plant making all-the-same coilovers like Ksports/BC/Megan/whatever), they all do their stuff in-house. They are also the obligatory suspension maker for the Genesis Coupe serie in Korea) might be able to put a inverted shock and spring combo. All they need is a OEM suspension and tech info...

AFAIK, that may be well over-the-top for your needs, since it features custom rates, inverted fronts and adjustable damping...
 
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