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    BC Coilovers

    Hi, I have a set of bc coils I just took off my car because the bearing on the top of the strut wasn't holding it in so it was banging under my hood. I bought this for $1000 a couple years ago and put 40k on them. I can't find the part selling separately for the coils otherwise I would fix it...
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    Coilover options?

    I'm looking to buy coilovers, but I want some that can handle a large drop, but not crazy expensive ones, anyone have any suggestions? Also any other suspension upgrades you would recommend? I'll also be selling my Tokico blues struts if anyone is interested. Thanks guys
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    Aftermarket Bumpstops

    Yes, I've searched, and found nothing specific to this particular topic. I'm having rear strut problems. Noises/etc. I'm running Tokico Blues with H&R Springs. I used my stock foam bumpstops, and I'm sure they have fallen apart. I've taken out a few pieces from the boot. I have found that...
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    Is a 235mm width tire too wide for 18x7.5 rims sitting on Tein S-techs?

    I had originally planned to buy 225/40/R18 tires that I had found on clearance, but now they're out of stock. So now I either go down to 225/45's or 225/50's on 17" rims, or I get the 235/40/18's that they still have in stock and which are also on clearance. So I'm wondering if a 235mm width...
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    Coilover Installation help. Quick!

    In the process of changing my coilovers. just sleeves though, not the entire strut. The stock struts have a metal head which should be tapped off with a screwdriver and hammer. that worked in the rear. however, i got to the fronts and the metal heads were completely different and didn't pop off...
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    Do you need better rear shocks for Pro-Kit springs?

    Hi guys, I've searched a lot both the forum and web but cant get a clear answer, so i'm calling on you experts! I'm getting my first mod ever on my 2010 3 hatch gs with pro-kit springs! So i've read a lot about how stock shocks can hold on a long time before wearing prematurely but i live in...
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    Optimal Toe and suspension settings?

    Hi folks, Does anyone know what they've successfully used for their Toe suspension settings? I'm looking for set of metrics I can provide the Firestone technician this week. I've done some extensive searching and can't find any specific recommendations for the toe suspension settings online...
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    Raceland Coilovers

    Recently Ive been speaking to a Raceland rep. about developing a coilover kit for the 2004-2009 mazda3/mazdaspeed3, for a reasonable price ranging from $350-$450 a kit considering that there isn�t too many, if any, companies offering at this rate right now I think this is an awesome deal. Long...
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    tein s tech lowering springs

    hi guys, i bought these about a month ago and they have been a great paper weight.. no but really i havent installed them, or even taken them out of the plastic wrap. i got them kind of on impulse and have decided to take a different route. i know people say once someone buys something dont...
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    Mazda5 Suspension fitment / specifications database

    Hey Everyone, I've been researching suspension options for the Mazda5 since ordering my new 2012 last week. I think it might be worthwhile setting up a sticky for suspension options and compatibility with other Mazda / Ford / Volvo models. I'm happy to edit and moderate this thread if the mods...
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    OEM Struts and Springs: $100 OBO

    SOLD Selling OEM struts and springs from 2007 Speed3 that were upgraded and removed at about 20K miles. $100 OBO. Shipping separate and negotiated. Prefer local p/up.
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    Eibach Prokit Springs and Camber kit bolts - All protege 99-03

    Hey guys! I am a new member on Mazdas247 and I am selling a set of (4) NIB Eibach Prokit Lowering springs for All Protege 99 to 03. It drops the front 1.4 and the back 1.8. Gives a great look and a tighter ride for better handling!! Comes also with (4) NIB Front and Rear camber kit...
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    Eibach Prokit all Prot�g� 99-03 with camber kit

    Eibach Prokit all Protege 99-03 with camber kit Hey everyone, I am a new member on Mazdas247 and I am selling a set of NIB Eibach Prokit Lowering springs for All Protege 99 to 04. It drops the front 1.4 and the back 1.8. Gives a great look and a tighter ride for better handling!! Comes also...
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    Wtb protege5 tein h.tech springs

    hey what up FORUM!! im trying to get some TEIN H.TECH for my protege5 i currently have it sitting on MSP6 wheels with 215/35/18 rubber and i dont want a rowdy drop just a nice even drop with those H.TECH please let me know, i know i always hear about fakes on ebay
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    Aftermarket suspension issues

    Alright. I have installed H&R Springs with Tokico Blues shock/struts months ago. I'm running 205/40/17, wheels. It now has had an opposite rake (high in front, low in back), and the rear shocks/struts make loud cabin noises as if the piston bottoms out in the tube of the shock. They've been...
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    Mazda2 w/ Kosei K1 Racing 15"

    From Panama City, Panama (hi) • Mazda 2 • Kosei K1 Racing 15" • H&R Sports Springs • Buddy Club P-1 Racing Lug Nuts • Marshal MATRAC TX - 205/50/15 • Mazda CX-7 Antenna • Rear Fog Lights (OEM) • Mazdaspeed Plate (Evil Track Replica) Open imagen in a new tab for ZOOM!
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    Can't get my car aligned

    Put on sone lowering springs. Went to get an alignment and they said they could not put it in spec. The car pulls right now pretty bad. Some help please.
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    Lowering Springs

    Hey guys, so I know there are lots of threads out there about lowering springs and all that. And I have looked at many of them, but didn't quite get the answer I was looking for in dept. I want to lower my P5 on stock struts and rims and can't decide between the Eibach Pro Kit and Tein S Tech's...
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    What's the max drop without the need of a camber kit?

    I have a 2002 ES sitting on 18s with stock suspension, when I bought it the previous owner gave me a new set of Matrix coilovers in the box and I only want a 1 inch drop, 1.5 at the most, but I don't want to have to worry about camber ruining my tires, so my question is will a 1-1.5 inch drop...
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    Help! M3 Suspension noise and bouncy car

    Hello, i have a problem with my mazda 3's 2008 i touring suspension: It all started with a $%&/#"$ bump (both tires) that i passed at about 40 mph. When i passed the bump, i clearly heard a loud "clank" in the front of my car (not comming only from the tire but from the entire frontal side of...
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