Looking for good street coilovers

[White93Civic]

As it says, I'm looking into finally doing some suspension work. I've read the entire "sticky thread" on coils, springs, etc. and it helped a lot. From what I can tell coilovers would be best for me as I want a good, crisp feel plus I like toying with settings. I've heard great things about the Omnis, but I've also heard they are fairly stiff. If I got those I would be interested in the Street versions (10K, 8K) and I was hoping to get some personal experience info on how those feel or if you think something else would work better for me throw that out there. I'm looking to stay under $900. Thanks :)

[ronjdm36]

check these out, very very good street setup. better than omni IMO

http://www.jdmcoupecouncil.com/forum/showthread.php?t=329

[elite ninja]

apexi world sports and h&r full coilovers are very good on the street.

[White93Civic]

I had definitely looked into those also, but did not notice the less expensive Apex set shown that have non-adjustable damping. Is there anything you could compare the 12k 10k street/track set too? I don't want to get a set that is completely tamed for the streets.

[White93Civic]

OK, I know someone is running a 12K 10K setup that can give me an idea of how harsh it is on the streets. My debate is over that or down to a 10K 8K setup. I just need some kind of description of what kind of difference I'm gonna feel between the two. Someone help me out here.

[elite ninja]

12k 10k will be harsh. 10k 8k will be plenty stiff for the track, but decent on the streets

[White93Civic]

What would you say about the 8K 6K? Too soft for any major improvements in feel? I'm definitely checking out the PICs now and they offer both.

[STN_DX]

12k 10k set how harsh are we talking still streetable? Debating over those or 10k 8k set.

[elite ninja]

basically, if your worried about a stiff ride, go with something low like 8k 6k.

[crazyxzer0]

Im sure you will be happy with the 10k 8k. I have a friend with the 10k 8k one and I like the ride even on the freeway. The only time I would not like the 12k 10k is when I have to take a dump and I'm driving to the bathroom or something. Those bumps are not fun when you have to pee or poop. hahah

[White93Civic]

Im sure you will be happy with the 10k 8k. I have a friend with the 10k 8k one and I like the ride even on the freeway. The only time I would not like the 12k 10k is when I have to take a dump and I'm driving to the bathroom or something. Those bumps are not fun when you have to pee or poop. hahah

HAHA, I could imagine that would suck in a situation like that. So it sounds like the 10K 8K is a good setup for a daily driven street car.

[angrychicken]

Would you consider these? http://www.jdmcoupecouncil.com/forum/showthread.php?t=329
For just $50 bucks more than you mentioned, you would have greater adjustability, I don't know much about PIC, but if I was on the market, I would take these over Omni. There are also other options that are easy on the pocket book. The GC/Koni set ups are tried and proven.

[White93Civic]

Would you consider these? http://www.jdmcoupecouncil.com/forum/showthread.php?t=329
For just $50 bucks more than you mentioned, you would have greater adjustability, I don't know much about PIC, but if I was on the market, I would take these over Omni. There are also other options that are easy on the pocket book. The GC/Koni set ups are tried and proven.

My mind is definitely looking more at those now. I was reading up on them and they sound like they are nice and durable along with tested. What's your reason for these over the Omnis?

[crazyxzer0]

the Select kit is what I imagine M would want to get if he was on the market. It has the ability to adjust dampening.


As for the apex kit...it is pretty much the same as the Omni power but you can select your own spring rates. If you know what you are doing, this is a great option.

[White93Civic]

the Select kit is what I imagine M would want to get if he was on the market. It has the ability to adjust dampening.


As for the apex kit...it is pretty much the same as the Omni power but you can select your own spring rates. If you know what you are doing, this is a great option.

Well Omni also has adjustables now so I was wondering what would make him choose PICs over those.

[crazyxzer0]

Pic performance already looks more race oriented than Omnipower simply because they have sponsorship for NASA. Omnipower's demographic is the tuning community not the autocross/track guys. PIC looks more like it is aiming towards the racer.

[White93Civic]

Pic performance already looks more race oriented than Omnipower simply because they have sponsorship for NASA. Omnipower's demographic is the tuning community not the autocross/track guys. PIC looks more like it is aiming towards the racer.

Gotcha. They are a newer company though right, or did it just take them a while to get their name out there?

[crazyxzer0]

In my search for when PIC was founded, i found this:


The Apex Challenge is this: Choose a set of Apex Coilovers with any of our OTS (Off The Shelf) rates, and try them out 2 months. Take your car to the track, to the dragstrip, to work, and the supermarket. Wherever you will be using these coilovers, you can now see how they will perform and feel during real-world driving. No more analyzing dyno charts and searching for second-hand opinions; this is the real deal. And, if after those 60 days are up, you are not 100% satisfied with your Apex coilovers, simply return them to us at PIC Performance for a full refund of your purchase price.* Contact us at Info@Picperformance.com for details.


This might be a sale point!

[JayNev]

Wow! confident business right there, love to see that.

[angrychicken]

Xero pretty much nailed it, adjustability fairly important for some guys who use their cars to drive to work on weekdays and get some track time on weekends. Whenever you mod your suspension, you will be sacrificing in one area to gain in another. The more adjustability you have via: ht, preload, dampening, rebound etc, the less you will have to sacrifice.

If adjustability is NOT a huge concern, go with a more economical set-up. Most guys who have coilovers usually adjust them for a bit at first, but then leave them alone, that equates to wasted money IMO. If adjustability is not something that is needed, you can achieve a good suspension with simple springs and shocks. If you need to adjust your suspension to adapt to different driving conditions, go with as much adjustability that you need or can afford.

[crazyxzer0]

I agreed... I myself don't really adjust my ride height very often but I do play around with the dampening settings alot. If it wasn't there I probably wouldn't mind mainly at this point I'm not using it to it's fullest potential. I do plan on Autox later on when I have more time on my hands.(School weekdays and work weekends owns me.)

[White93Civic]

In my search for when PIC was founded, i found this:


The Apex Challenge is this: Choose a set of Apex Coilovers with any of our OTS (Off The Shelf) rates, and try them out 2 months. Take your car to the track, to the dragstrip, to work, and the supermarket. Wherever you will be using these coilovers, you can now see how they will perform and feel during real-world driving. No more analyzing dyno charts and searching for second-hand opinions; this is the real deal. And, if after those 60 days are up, you are not 100% satisfied with your Apex coilovers, simply return them to us at PIC Performance for a full refund of your purchase price.* Contact us at Info@Picperformance.com for details.


This might be a sale point!

So it sounds like PIC is definitely confident about their hardware. I'm gonna look further into these and see how my money works out this summer. Gotta make rent first!

[angrychicken]

Let us know what you end up with, I'd like to hear some feedback re: PIC if you chose them.

[White93Civic]

Let us know what you end up with, I'd like to hear some feedback re: PIC if you chose them.

What is your current setup on your car? I'm still trying to get a broad view of all that's available along with other's experience hands on with the different companies.

[angrychicken]

I'm using NEX coilovers with tons of rear preload.

[White93Civic]

I'm using NEX coilovers with tons of rear preload.

Do you or anyone else know of a good website or article online so I can learn some of the technicality in suspension? I'm stupid when it comes to suspension.

[angrychicken]

Pick up a book named "How to make your car handle", it will have everything you need to know. I think it's less than $20bucks new, also, one of my favorite mags is Grassroots Motorsports, plenty of good info there as well. As far as online info, try finding a local autocross/roadrace forum, or better yet just go racing and meet people with experience! Although I'm partially pulliing out of racing for a bit, I am in no way against it, there is plenty of fun there most folks!

[ronjdm36]

the PIC products are really nice. i've seen them first hand and have even met the owners of the company. they are very friendly guys who really want to make what people really want. they were open to feedback about the products. and you can trust them, if you have any problems they will take care of you.

[Mr.EM1]

Check out Function & Form Autolife 24-way adjustable coilovers. www.f2autolife.com:TU:

[White93Civic]

Check out Function & Form Autolife 24-way adjustable coilovers. www.f2autolife.com:TU:

These sound pretty good. Anywhere to get any detailed info on them? So far they look to be the best price for adjustable dampening.

[Mr.EM1]

These sound pretty good. Anywhere to get any detailed info on them? So far they look to be the best price for adjustable dampening.
You can find info about them on honda-tech