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I'd check out this thread for a bunch of decent comments regarding multiple brands.
As I said, I don't have them, so I don't know personally. What I'd buy at this point is the Tein due to a bigger drop. (from what I understand reading through the site.) You remind me of my g/f...she always just goes for "where's the best, I'll buy that" which is a great way to look at things; unfortunately, this world is very personalized and open to varying opinions and loyalty. All three brands are VERY good, and established brands.
Whatever you do, don't buy off of ebay!
http://207.44.244.58/vbb225/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24660
the volvo is great, my buddy has one and his whole family loves it. great ride for road trips.
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As I said, I don't have them, so I don't know personally. What I'd buy at this point is the Tein due to a bigger drop. (from what I understand reading through the site.) You remind me of my g/f...she always just goes for "where's the best, I'll buy that" which is a great way to look at things; unfortunately, this world is very personalized and open to varying opinions and loyalty. All three brands are VERY good, and established brands.
Whatever you do, don't buy off of ebay!
http://207.44.244.58/vbb225/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24660
the volvo is great, my buddy has one and his whole family loves it. great ride for road trips.
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I would say go with an intake, not too expensive (around 200), yet a nice improvement on the car and something anyone would love to have. Plus install is a breeze.
That is really tthoughful of you to get him something for his car, my girlfriend also tried to get me something for my car for christmas last year. She registered and asked some questions but didnt want to get something i didnt want, so decided to forget it. Even though she didnt get me anything, i was really happy that she went through the trouble to try.
That is really tthoughful of you to get him something for his car, my girlfriend also tried to get me something for my car for christmas last year. She registered and asked some questions but didnt want to get something i didnt want, so decided to forget it. Even though she didnt get me anything, i was really happy that she went through the trouble to try.
Even the effort goes a long way^^^I have not bought from any of these places, so I can't recommend any of them.
http://www.tliperformance.com/products_get.asp?ProductID=17
http://www.gmpperformance.com/products/suspension/tein_stech_springs.htm
I'd utilize google and other search engines to find the best price (make sure to factor in shipping costs as the lowest price isn't always the best deal)
Ask questions here about certain vendors...plus, you could ask some vendors that frequent this board; do a search for "tein springs" and see if any of the authorized vendors sell them for a decent price. Most Auth. vendors on here many have done good business with.
Best of luck.
Enjoy the Volvo (I'm sure you will actually)
http://www.tliperformance.com/products_get.asp?ProductID=17
http://www.gmpperformance.com/products/suspension/tein_stech_springs.htm
I'd utilize google and other search engines to find the best price (make sure to factor in shipping costs as the lowest price isn't always the best deal)
Ask questions here about certain vendors...plus, you could ask some vendors that frequent this board; do a search for "tein springs" and see if any of the authorized vendors sell them for a decent price. Most Auth. vendors on here many have done good business with.
Best of luck.
Enjoy the Volvo (I'm sure you will actually)
no, try to make sure what you buy is specifically designed for the sedan version of the protege. the 5 is the hatchback.
keep searching around. Your best bet would be to contact one of the vendors on the site. Search Tein Springs, and sift through the threads to find someone selling them. Don't be afraid to call the company either to make sure. Last thing you want to do is buy something that you're not 100% on.
keep searching around. Your best bet would be to contact one of the vendors on the site. Search Tein Springs, and sift through the threads to find someone selling them. Don't be afraid to call the company either to make sure. Last thing you want to do is buy something that you're not 100% on.
Hey Mickey...I found a new better Idea for you...and believe me, he'll want whatever it is, that comes out of this thread...
How'd you like the volvo?
http://www.mazdamp3.com/vbb225/showthread.php?s=&threadid=33490
How'd you like the volvo?
http://www.mazdamp3.com/vbb225/showthread.php?s=&threadid=33490
Thanks Scott-
I'll get the springs..I'm sure he'll love them and I'll say a prayer for the clunk issue. I'm ordering it now b/c this baby is coming soon!
No- he's not on the forum- thank god! I just found it from searching the internet! I'll tell him all about it, after Christmas!
Thanks All!!
I'll get the springs..I'm sure he'll love them and I'll say a prayer for the clunk issue. I'm ordering it now b/c this baby is coming soon!
No- he's not on the forum- thank god! I just found it from searching the internet! I'll tell him all about it, after Christmas!
Thanks All!!
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I've heard the Tein springs are softer than the stock MP3 springs...(shrug)
The coil-overs are supposed to be better.
The coil-overs are supposed to be better.
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scott42 said:Coilovers are also $$$$$
I know...
