Tuning Bilstein/Eibach B12 Pro-Kit Vs FK coilovers

[lyubohar]

Price being almost the same, what should I pick?

Key point is I don't care about height. I would never want to go lower than 30 mm, so I am actually not going to use anything else but the minimum setting of the coilovers. If it was possible to raise the car for the winter (compared to stock height) it would be a different story, but if I understand well coilovers, it's not the case.

So I guess the question is which one is better handling-wise. And if the Eibachs handle better, is there anything else I may want to consider the coilovers for, given that height adjustment will not be used?

Thx!

 

[ascott92]

I think you're unlikely to get an answer to this, the chances of anyone having tried both is slim. If you're not using them for lows, then ride quality would be a big consideration for me.

 

[fingers99]

If they're genuine, then Bilstein have the bigger reputation.

But if you're only after lowering 30mm, why not look at simple lowering springs? Replace the shocks if you will.

 

[lyubohar]

I think you're unlikely to get an answer to this, the chances of anyone having tried both is slim. If you're not using them for lows, then ride quality would be a big consideration for me.

My question is rather this: lowering being out of the equation, is there anything else for which coilovers should be considered at all.

I am after better handling and a bit better grip and from what I read springs + shocks Vs springs only is like night and day.

 

[fingers99]

So, why even consider coilovers?

 

[lyubohar]

Well, that's my question
Haven't had any aftermarket suspension before, just want to make educated decision. I see coilovers are used and recommended a lot, maybe there's some other advantage apart from variable height...

 

[Graf]

I have the KW coilovers and very satisfied over a year.

 

[fingers99]

Well, that's my question
Haven't had any aftermarket suspension before, just want to make educated decision. I see coilovers are used and recommended a lot, maybe there's some other advantage apart from variable height...

Only by kids.

The advantages are adjustable height, potential to corner weight, easy and cheap availability of different springs.

In reality and on the street, no-one corner weights them (as soon as you put a passenger in the weighting is flooked!), the height adjusters seize up after 6 months and because of the way the springs are wound they're simply not as good over stutter bumps as non-parallel wound (standard type) ones.

So, if you're not going to adjust, corner weight, experiment with springs, let alone go on track, it's a bit like wearing a condom to your grand-mother's funeral.

Just get some -30mm springs and quality dampers.

 

[lyubohar]

Thanks, really helpful.

 

[Matthewr1990]

it's a bit like wearing a condom to your grand-mother's funeral.

Has to be THE best thing I have ever read.

 

[aurick86]

I need to replace the shocks.
I am thinking about KYB. Any thoughts on them?

 

[fingers99]

Never used them on one of those, but they're pretty good (and realistically priced). I rate Monroe Reflex a bit higher, but they generally cost a little more. Halfords are Monroe agents, so if you have a trade card...........

 

[Humour]

Only by kids.

The advantages are adjustable height, potential to corner weight, easy and cheap availability of different springs.

In reality and on the street, no-one corner weights them (as soon as you put a passenger in the weighting is flooked!), the height adjusters seize up after 6 months and because of the way the springs are wound they're simply not as good over stutter bumps as non-parallel wound (standard type) ones.

So, if you're not going to adjust, corner weight, experiment with springs, let alone go on track, it's a bit like wearing a condom to your grand-mother's funeral.

Just get some -30mm springs and quality dampers.

Haha, that's really funny and on point too.

In other words Lyubo, the B12's are the kit to go for between the two you asked about. It's a matched progressive lowering spring and fixed damper combination from two of the best companies in the EU. I've had both (not the B12 kit) on other cars and you cant go wrong.

The other choice is a red herring, especially considering the quality of the roads in BG lol

Humour