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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 04:41 AM
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Hi new to the site. I have an 04 545 with the sport package. it sits on 245-35-20 and 285-30-20 and installed H&R srings.fenders have been rolled and Im still getting a little rubbing, so im going to install coilovers, witch are better kw or bc racing?
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 06:27 AM
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KW's but BC's are more affordable
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 08:26 AM
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kw and bc are two in two completely different leagues. comparing apples to oranges here. if you're considering KW, i'd suggest you check with Nerwyll or Joe @ Trinity Autosport for CKS coilovers w/ SWIFT springs
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 08:33 AM
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Thanks for your feedback, but just wondering why kw? from all the forums ive been on they all say bc racing are the better coilover, your paying for kw name only
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 09:21 AM
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Sorry for noob question but how does coilovers help with rubbing??
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Shydee
Sorry for noob question but how does coilovers help with rubbing??
with coilovers, the desired ride height can be adjusted and obtained. springs give a set drop. with coilovers, there is a range of how low they can go and anywhere in between. if the OP were to switch to coilovers, he can set the height between stock height and where the springs have dropped the car, plus the stiffness can be adjusted as well.
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Old Nov 21, 2012 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by rayray03
Thanks for your feedback, but just wondering why kw? from all the forums ive been on they all say bc racing are the better coilover, your paying for kw name only
i'm not sure i agree with what youre saying. from what i've read, you're paying for more than just the brand when you go with KW. they're one of the leaders in the suspension game. but i agree that people just feed into that and jump on KW's just because they have the money and they want the best of the best. if you're not going to be tracking the car, i dont see the need to drop $2400+ on a set of coilovers when you can get CKS or other comparable suspension setups that can get you near similar results. just saying..
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