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05-21-02, 11:45 PM
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I know the Aragosta's from Knightsports are $288,000Yen, singles, $348,000Yen double adjustable. Not sure what the current exchange rate is. As for all the Japanese market shocks, the best, as picked by RX7 Magazine in Japan was the Aragosta. It beat out the various Ohlins models (there are about 4, correct?) and everything else. Specifically, from one shop, scored the highest rating possible in every category. I can't read Kenji, but I have the phone number...092-915-7537. The magazine rated "their" version of the Aragosta setup higher than that of anyone else's, including Biot. Price ranges from 29,8000 to31,3000Yen. Many of the Ohlins were right up there as well. They didn't test the RE quantum's although I suspect they'd be a little harsh for the street :-) The Mazdaspeed units didn't rate very well but they have a new setup out with attached resovoirs.
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05-21-02, 11:49 PM
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Almost forgot...what interested me most about the JDM units is that they bolt right in without modifications, shims, or other adjustment pieces. They're made for the FD with quality components throughout.
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05-22-02, 02:02 AM
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05-22-02, 09:16 AM
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Yeah.. Like I said.. thats a good 2700USD at 130Y/D (i dont remember the true exch rate right now)
But.. still, well worth it. I just wish I could buy them!
*ARGH*!!
But.. still, well worth it. I just wish I could buy them!
*ARGH*!!
05-22-02, 05:00 PM
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Originally posted by WorkS2R
well, seeing that my spoken japanese basically sucks, I go by what I read is the sale price, when I get a response via fax or otherwise, and Ohlins SPL w/Remotes were 354000 and thats not 2000 USD.
and the Aragosta's were 375900 and that is also not in the 2000 USD range.
well, seeing that my spoken japanese basically sucks, I go by what I read is the sale price, when I get a response via fax or otherwise, and Ohlins SPL w/Remotes were 354000 and thats not 2000 USD.
and the Aragosta's were 375900 and that is also not in the 2000 USD range.
its too much... You should come to Japan and see what they really cost if you want them bad enough..
05-22-02, 05:04 PM
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Well for this suspension, a none dealer price which would be me, and not asking for a better price. FULLY adjustable Aragosta STREET/Curcuit suspension kit is 268,000 yen which is $2161. I could get it cheaper, like I said before around $2000.
http://www.autoexe.co.jp/products/aragosta/Aragosta.jpg
Also once again this is the FULLY adjustable STREET/Curcuit OHLINS PCV suspension KIT, just as it is seen in the pictures below. $2080.
http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/pcv/fd3s.JPG
I know I can Ohlins cheaper threw PANSPEED too, so whats the next question...? For those of you that will ask, I will be selling both of these soon, Im just trying to get them cheaper. Also yes these are FULL kits, shocks, springs, pillow *****, everything all you have to do it install them on your car..
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http://www.autoexe.co.jp/products/aragosta/Aragosta.jpg
Also once again this is the FULLY adjustable STREET/Curcuit OHLINS PCV suspension KIT, just as it is seen in the pictures below. $2080.
http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/pcv/fd3s.JPG
I know I can Ohlins cheaper threw PANSPEED too, so whats the next question...? For those of you that will ask, I will be selling both of these soon, Im just trying to get them cheaper. Also yes these are FULL kits, shocks, springs, pillow *****, everything all you have to do it install them on your car..
Thank you
Jason
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05-22-02, 06:03 PM
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Im sure these came up too, which these are for CURCUIT ONLY, mean not the street at all...They will put you in the gaurd rail if you use them on the street, they are $2800.
http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/4wd/FD-PB2.jpg
The best in my opinion is the BUDDY club I saw no one posted after I said something about them, so you must not know. Same people that make the P-1 racing stuff make this suspension, its really nice for Street/Curcuit, and cheaper then most.. They also have a just curcuit model too, BIG BUCKS!! I can get the ones in the picture cheap, PM for special prices..
http://www.first-inc.co.jp/buddyclub...img/l_wish.jpg
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http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/4wd/FD-PB2.jpg
The best in my opinion is the BUDDY club I saw no one posted after I said something about them, so you must not know. Same people that make the P-1 racing stuff make this suspension, its really nice for Street/Curcuit, and cheaper then most.. They also have a just curcuit model too, BIG BUCKS!! I can get the ones in the picture cheap, PM for special prices..
http://www.first-inc.co.jp/buddyclub...img/l_wish.jpg
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05-22-02, 09:24 PM
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sup canman, i was going to pm you about the BUDDY club stuffs, but it says you're not allowed to recieve PM's. Anyhow PM me back with those special prices if you are able to.
Thanks!
Thanks!
05-23-02, 03:38 AM
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BUDDYCLUB, you guys know the P-1 racing wheel right?
Same company that makes those, make these. This Suspension, is 13way adjustable they say. Its perhaps one of the most adjustable shocks in the market. Im saving for them now. They are known for the long life and great durability.. the front spring have a rate of 6-12k and the rear have a rate of 5.2-10k. I have never heard of anyone having to overhaul these shocks due to failing, but it you need to the have an overhaul kit avaible, so you can do it at home, and its very easy with simple tools at minimal costs..
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Same company that makes those, make these. This Suspension, is 13way adjustable they say. Its perhaps one of the most adjustable shocks in the market. Im saving for them now. They are known for the long life and great durability.. the front spring have a rate of 6-12k and the rear have a rate of 5.2-10k. I have never heard of anyone having to overhaul these shocks due to failing, but it you need to the have an overhaul kit avaible, so you can do it at home, and its very easy with simple tools at minimal costs..
Jason
05-23-02, 11:32 AM
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My TEIN HA's with pillowmounts give a bouncy ride on full hard. 4 clicks down from hard they give a ruff jolting ride. 8-10 clicks down from hard they give an acceptable street ride.
Full soft (24 clicks down from hard) I forget I'm driving a RX-7 and think I'm in a caddy, floating down the highway...WAY WAY too soft.
I am very happy with their adjustability! I think I paid $1450 for the set w/pillowmounts.
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Full soft (24 clicks down from hard) I forget I'm driving a RX-7 and think I'm in a caddy, floating down the highway...WAY WAY too soft.
I am very happy with their adjustability! I think I paid $1450 for the set w/pillowmounts.
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Originally posted by canman6969
Mazdaspeed is kinda like HKS suspension, except for the one they just came out with, even if you tighten it up all the way, the suspension tends to give you a boucing effect.. Not like these other companies, were they give you a ruff jolting ride. BUT if you use mazdaspeed and HKS, its tuff to race in for corners and even street on corners if you have the **** all the way tighten..
BUDDY CLUB RULES>>>>
Mazdaspeed is kinda like HKS suspension, except for the one they just came out with, even if you tighten it up all the way, the suspension tends to give you a boucing effect.. Not like these other companies, were they give you a ruff jolting ride. BUT if you use mazdaspeed and HKS, its tuff to race in for corners and even street on corners if you have the **** all the way tighten..
BUDDY CLUB RULES>>>>
05-23-02, 12:13 PM
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Originally posted by canman6969
Im sure these came up too, which these are for CURCUIT ONLY, mean not the street at all...They will put you in the gaurd rail if you use them on the street, they are $2800.
http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/4wd/FD-PB2.jpg
The best in my opinion is the BUDDY club I saw no one posted after I said something about them, so you must not know. Same people that make the P-1 racing stuff make this suspension, its really nice for Street/Curcuit, and cheaper then most.. They also have a just curcuit model too, BIG BUCKS!! I can get the ones in the picture cheap, PM for special prices..
http://www.first-inc.co.jp/buddyclub...img/l_wish.jpg
Jason
Im sure these came up too, which these are for CURCUIT ONLY, mean not the street at all...They will put you in the gaurd rail if you use them on the street, they are $2800.
http://www.carrozzeriajapan.co.jp/ohlins/4wd/FD-PB2.jpg
The best in my opinion is the BUDDY club I saw no one posted after I said something about them, so you must not know. Same people that make the P-1 racing stuff make this suspension, its really nice for Street/Curcuit, and cheaper then most.. They also have a just curcuit model too, BIG BUCKS!! I can get the ones in the picture cheap, PM for special prices..
http://www.first-inc.co.jp/buddyclub...img/l_wish.jpg
Jason
I've been running a circuit only suspension in my car for almost 17 months, and I'm still driving, eh?
05-23-02, 04:12 PM
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Originally posted by WorkS2R
How do you figure that someone who is running those on street will be put into a guard rail? If you know how to drive, it really doesn't matter whether or not you are on track or street.
I've been running a circuit only suspension in my car for almost 17 months, and I'm still driving, eh?
How do you figure that someone who is running those on street will be put into a guard rail? If you know how to drive, it really doesn't matter whether or not you are on track or street.
I've been running a circuit only suspension in my car for almost 17 months, and I'm still driving, eh?
05-24-02, 09:23 AM
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Originally posted by canman6969
OH OK, what kind of suspension is yours? That would make all the difference...
OH OK, what kind of suspension is yours? That would make all the difference...
The point is, the suspension is as good as the driver. If he/she can't drive, doesn't really how good the suspension is.
Nonetheless, how much can you get the D/A Aragosta's for?
05-24-02, 10:05 AM
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well if you go around a corner hauling *** with some tight suspension and there are some small bumps there, you can kiss your butt good bye.. Im using Apexi now, its ok, Im saving for BuddyClub..
As for the Aragosta`s D/A whats the D/A for? they dont use that here, so I need to know what it means... Thanks
As for the Aragosta`s D/A whats the D/A for? they dont use that here, so I need to know what it means... Thanks
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