JIC's installed... I have a new car!!!
03-01-03, 02:17 PM
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JIC's installed... I have a new car!!!
Well, after running on Tokicos and Eibachs for the last few years I finally made the switch to coilovers and opted for the JIC's. I have one thing to say.... Who glued my car to the ground?!!! What a difference!
Used to be when I would go over a dip at high speeds, my car would lift up, then go down, now my car just hugs the ground like I have giant magnets in my car. Not only does it handle better but my CD's don't skip anymore! Its firmer but not as harsh at the same time... if that makes sense.
Anyway, just wanted to post my impressions and say thanks Rishie!
Used to be when I would go over a dip at high speeds, my car would lift up, then go down, now my car just hugs the ground like I have giant magnets in my car. Not only does it handle better but my CD's don't skip anymore! Its firmer but not as harsh at the same time... if that makes sense.
Anyway, just wanted to post my impressions and say thanks Rishie!
03-01-03, 04:26 PM
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im assuming you have a fd. how much is the retail on them do u know, im not asking for rishies secret price, but how much are the coilovers ussually do u know. thanks - steve
03-01-03, 07:11 PM
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Originally posted by Rated R1
I like mine very well except for the fact they dented my hood!!
I like mine very well except for the fact they dented my hood!!
Did you hit a huge bump or something?
03-01-03, 07:25 PM
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Originally posted by Rated R1
I like mine very well except for the fact they dented my hood!!
I like mine very well except for the fact they dented my hood!!
- Cody
03-01-03, 09:20 PM
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lol. Thanks for the review. I'm very glad the install went smoothly. Man that sucks about the hood. how did that happen?
Peace, rishie
They retail for about $1850.00 I believe. There was a marginally increase in pricing on JIC due to the fluctuating yen value, but they should be right about there.
Peace, rishie
They retail for about $1850.00 I believe. There was a marginally increase in pricing on JIC due to the fluctuating yen value, but they should be right about there.
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03-02-03, 07:46 AM
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I have no clue about the hood. It is a very minor dent it's just the fact that it is sitting right in front of me evertime I am in the car. I think JIC needs to shorten the adjustment **** to keep this from happening.
03-03-03, 07:41 PM
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Originally posted by Rated R1
I have no clue about the hood. It is a very minor dent it's just the fact that it is sitting right in front of me evertime I am in the car. I think JIC needs to shorten the adjustment **** to keep this from happening.
I have no clue about the hood. It is a very minor dent it's just the fact that it is sitting right in front of me evertime I am in the car. I think JIC needs to shorten the adjustment **** to keep this from happening.
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the dented hood problem is from the adjustment peice that sticks into the engine bay becuase it sits on top of the strut towers. Right? I'd suggest putting a peice of cotton on top of the thing to dampen the effects of jolts where it slightly smacks the hood. If that will work. Also, which JICs are they? I'm looking into retailing them.
03-24-03, 11:08 PM
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the dented hood problem is from the adjustment peice that sticks into the engine bay becuase it sits on top of the strut towers. Right? I'd suggest putting a peice of cotton on top of the thing to dampen the effects of jolts where it slightly smacks the hood. If that will work. Also, which JICs are they? I'm looking into retailing them.
the dented hood problem is from the adjustment peice that sticks into the engine bay becuase it sits on top of the strut towers. Right? I'd suggest putting a peice of cotton on top of the thing to dampen the effects of jolts where it slightly smacks the hood. If that will work. Also, which JICs are they? I'm looking into retailing them.
... huh? lol What does that have to do with anything??
03-25-03, 02:35 AM
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For what purposes are you doing the comparison? Meaning street, track, both, track only, etc... What models are you attempting to compare??
Bang for buck here's my choices:
If entry level I would take the Tein Flex, step up would be JIC FLT-A2, then i'd take Zeal B6 coilovers, then Zeal S6 aluminum casing/Tein RE, Then some N1 dampers. Apex-i and so on. Going from comfort to track. From twin tube to monotube this is where I see the values.
Anything above that to me would have to be an Ohlins, Penske setup.
I really like the Endless product. So that is a toss up, the RE or S6. Both are not recommended for street. I like the fact that endless is beginning to make a presence here and I'm all for supporting their incredible products. I mean their pads must be reveared as the best in the world. So I can imagine the suspension. A friend will be putting the B6 on his IS300. Can't wait.
Rishie
Bang for buck here's my choices:
If entry level I would take the Tein Flex, step up would be JIC FLT-A2, then i'd take Zeal B6 coilovers, then Zeal S6 aluminum casing/Tein RE, Then some N1 dampers. Apex-i and so on. Going from comfort to track. From twin tube to monotube this is where I see the values.
Anything above that to me would have to be an Ohlins, Penske setup.
I really like the Endless product. So that is a toss up, the RE or S6. Both are not recommended for street. I like the fact that endless is beginning to make a presence here and I'm all for supporting their incredible products. I mean their pads must be reveared as the best in the world. So I can imagine the suspension. A friend will be putting the B6 on his IS300. Can't wait.
Rishie
03-25-03, 06:59 AM
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Originally posted by jpandes
Hulk Hogan drives a Supra!@#$
Hulk Hogan drives a Supra!@#$
its actually for his son, who is.... 12 years old. but he is debating on buying his own. they take it boosting all the time (hulk drives, nick just smiles in the passenger seat) and hulk is starting to want his own dawg. lol
03-25-03, 02:33 PM
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Re: JIC's installed... I have a new car!!!
Originally posted by machinehead
Well, after running on Tokicos and Eibachs for the last few years I finally made the switch to coilovers and opted for the JIC's. I have one thing to say.... Who glued my car to the ground?!!! What a difference!
Used to be when I would go over a dip at high speeds, my car would lift up, then go down, now my car just hugs the ground like I have giant magnets in my car. Not only does it handle better but my CD's don't skip anymore! Its firmer but not as harsh at the same time... if that makes sense.
Anyway, just wanted to post my impressions and say thanks Rishie!
Well, after running on Tokicos and Eibachs for the last few years I finally made the switch to coilovers and opted for the JIC's. I have one thing to say.... Who glued my car to the ground?!!! What a difference!
Used to be when I would go over a dip at high speeds, my car would lift up, then go down, now my car just hugs the ground like I have giant magnets in my car. Not only does it handle better but my CD's don't skip anymore! Its firmer but not as harsh at the same time... if that makes sense.
Anyway, just wanted to post my impressions and say thanks Rishie!
It really sounds to me like your shocks were dead
STEPHEN