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Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-17-2006
I might be going round 2 wiht my suspension and i think im gonna do springs and dampers.
the springs are gonna be FK Sport springs
With the dampers im unsure whether to go wiht the KYB GR2's or KYB AGX's.
Anybody have any experience wiht either set?
Shocks/struts - Casper - 08-17-2006
If i'm not mistaken, the GR2's are OEM replacements, and are NOT intended for use with lowering springs (even though the warranty covers a max 1.5" drop).
Shocks/struts - nass - 08-17-2006
I have the AGX. They're a good shock/strut. No real issues with them other than they are only 1 way adjustable ( rebound ). I think they are worth the money you pay for them.
Shocks/struts - Flofocus - 08-17-2006
why not go with fk shocks?
Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-17-2006
what will FK shocks run me? i already have the springs, they are the 60/40, but they are used.
Shocks/struts - Flofocus - 08-17-2006
ZX5focused,Aug 16 2006, 08:17 PM Wrote:what will FK shocks run me? i already have the springs, they are the 60/40, but they are used.
[right][snapback]202714[/snapback][/right]
No clue...I got the springs/shocks combo for under $550
Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-17-2006
Flofocus,Aug 17 2006, 08:49 AM Wrote:ZX5focused,Aug 16 2006, 08:17 PM Wrote:what will FK shocks run me?ÃÂ i already have the springs, they are the 60/40, but they are used.
[right][snapback]202714[/snapback][/right]
No clue...I got the springs/shocks combo for under $550
[right][snapback]202751[/snapback][/right]
which spring set are you running the 60/40 or 35/50?? how do you like it?
im waiting on a quote form local parts place on the AGX's and FK's if they can get them.
Shocks/struts - Flofocus - 08-17-2006
60/40. Its a firm ride, I like them better than the eibach prokit I had on them, found that setup to bouncy.
Shocks/struts - Chromey - 08-19-2006
For All your FK Needs Go Here,
Thier in Barrie Ont.
I paid 600 tax in For my 35-40mm Full FK kit.
Easy guys to deal with to.
Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-19-2006
Chromey,Aug 18 2006, 05:15 PM Wrote:For All your FK Needs Go Here,
Thier in Barrie Ont.
I paid 600 tax in For my 35-40mm Full FK kit.
Easy guys to deal with to.
[right][snapback]202956[/snapback][/right]
thats funny, they dont seem to reply to my email
Shocks/struts - Drivesthebeast - 08-20-2006
SHM Suspension kit.
Done.
Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-20-2006
Drivesthebeast,Aug 19 2006, 08:02 PM Wrote:SHM Suspension kit.
Done.
[right][snapback]203043[/snapback][/right]
already have FK springs
+ matched dampers= DONE
lol
Shocks/struts - habmann - 08-20-2006
ZX5focused,Aug 19 2006, 11:18 PM Wrote:Drivesthebeast,Aug 19 2006, 08:02 PM Wrote:SHM Suspension kit.
Done.
[right][snapback]203043[/snapback][/right]
already have FK springs
+ matched dampers= DONE
lol
[right][snapback]203061[/snapback][/right]
:lol:
Guess some people don't read so well. :P
Shocks/struts - Drivesthebeast - 08-20-2006
Oh I read just fine...but I'm such a fan for the kit, that I plug it every chance I get...lol
Shocks/struts - microbunny - 08-20-2006
I know 2 people that had their GR2's crap out within 2 years!!
AGX are 8 pos adjustable but i have no experience with them!
Shocks/struts - Drivesthebeast - 08-20-2006
My dad had GR2's on his Saab 900, and they didn't even last a year. They worked great when they were new, but the ride and response went downhill pretty quick. On his Topaz he runs Gabriel Ultra Ryder HD high pressure gas shocks and struts, and they make the car handle really well...
Shocks/struts - ZX5focused - 08-21-2006
ya im not going GR2s. i jsut remember some people saying you 'could' run them if you wanted.
i still havent gotten any response to the 2 places i emailed. i might just wait til the spring thouhg, i havent decided yet.
it will definitely by the FK springs or the AGX's though.
Shocks/struts - Mike - 09-12-2006
My personal suggestion would be Koni Yellow adjustables with 2 inch drop H&R race springs, that thing will stick like glue to the road , however you'll feel EVERYTHING , which for me is great , i like that , other people might not like feeling what its like to run over an ant on the road though lol
Besides coilovers , this is the best suspension combination for the focus out there , and you can adjust them to be softer or firmer
My 2 cents worth....
Konis are almost like having a psychic inside those little suspension tubes, amazing suspension, not to mention koni has a great warranty program , i bent a strut and the replaced it no problem, 1 yr warranty