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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 05:42 AM
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good cheap suspension setup?

hey, im looking to upgrade my suspension get the most bang for the buck. I've looked everywhere and it seems i can get some tein springs for $and some mid line kyb or tokico equivalent for about 400..... i've been trying to find used springs but people are asking about what i find them new on ebay for.... any advice?
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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 09:03 AM
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What kind of car? Your profile says '90 GTI
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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 01:56 PM
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oh sorry i have a 91 gxl coupe
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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 08:12 PM
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gc coilover kit+any kind of strut you want..lol
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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 08:20 PM
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Eibach springs and some upgraded struts/shocks.

If you don't add quality tires to the mix you are only getting a partial potential improvement. S-03's, Azenis, Toyo RA-1, Mich Pilot Sport Cup etc.....
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Old Aug 22, 2005 | 08:27 PM
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good and cheap really dont work well in the same sentance when it comes to suspension.




i personally am a fan of ground control coils with either koni yellows or kyb agx
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Old Aug 23, 2005 | 03:13 AM
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well im this is my daily drive car im not taking this on the track thats what the gti is going to be doing if any car. I know all about tires, struts and springs just wondering if anyone has a good cheap setup. by cheap im looking to try and spend 3-400 haha. i might be getting some upgraded wheels 15x7 (opposed to 15x6) with falken ziex...
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