Nothing makes sense anymore

"Scary__goongala!" (corymagee)
05/18/2016 at 11:04 • Filed to: None

The more I read into suspension components for Miatas the less idea I have of what parts I should buy.

DISCUSSION (30)

d15b > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:08

Koni Yellows and some sort of spring?

I thought that was the standard.

TheHondaBro > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:10

I always get a running start when I put my clothes in the washer.

Satoshi "Zipang" Katsura > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:11

Not as bad as owning a parts bin vehicle, aka my bike.

“Bits of CBR, headlight from an old CB, forks from who knows what”

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:11

flyin miata kit

PS9 > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:12

Thanks...palpatine?

Scary__goongala! > d15b
05/18/2016 at 11:12

Yeah and then I got into different bump stops and shock mounts. Meanwhile I’m trying to keep this as low cost as possible without being cheap.

Scary__goongala! > TheHondaBro
05/18/2016 at 11:13

Feet first or head first?

d15b > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:14

Ahh, heh.

How about, custom Swift springs with some re-valved Koni yelows to match said spring? I’m sure you can find some aftermarket tophats.

TheHondaBro > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:14

Feet first, duh.

Scary__goongala! > TheD0k_2many toys 2little time
05/18/2016 at 11:15

The Koni stage 1 package is what I’m thinking but I’m waiting to hear what level of FCM bump stops they use.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:17

heard its good. i went with their basic coilover package so i can control ride height and more space for bigger wheels if i want that

Scary__goongala! > d15b
05/18/2016 at 11:20

I think I’m just going to go with their Koni stage 1 package.

d15b > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 11:26

Going with that is a safe bet. Besides, you can treat it as your “starter” suspension set.

Scary__goongala! > TheD0k_2many toys 2little time
05/18/2016 at 11:30

The V-Maxx classic coil overs? I kinda forgot about them. How do you like them?

Scary__goongala! > d15b
05/18/2016 at 11:45

But now the V-MAXX classics coil overs look appetizing.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 12:16

great. stiffer but ride is still pretty good and im pretty low

Scary__goongala! > TheD0k_2many toys 2little time
05/18/2016 at 12:21

The only advantage I see the Stage 1 package having is adjustable dampening. But since this is my first time buying suspension parts I’m a newb and that capability doesn’t seem necessary for me. Plus anything is going to feel better that my toasted stock suspension.

BayAreaMiataBoi > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 12:29

Trooper! Have you misplaced your under-barrel Laundry Launcher? KP duty for you!

Scary__goongala! > BayAreaMiataBoi
05/18/2016 at 12:33

To hell with KP.

d15b > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 12:58

Honestly though, will you be able to maximize the capabilities of the coil overs? Will you adjust ride height? Get it corner-balanced? I honestly lean towards lower costs.

Scary__goongala! > d15b
05/18/2016 at 13:14

Hence why I don’t think I need adjustable dampening.

d15b > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 13:15

Yeah, springs and shocks is where it’s at. Once it settles, you’re good to go!

Brian Silvestro > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 14:51

Spec miata suspension kit

/done

Scary__goongala! > Brian Silvestro
05/18/2016 at 16:14

that might be a little harsh for Morgantown, WV roads.

Brian Silvestro > Scary__goongala!
05/18/2016 at 16:56

nah you’ll be fine

Scary__goongala! > Brian Silvestro
05/18/2016 at 17:16

Kinja'd!!!

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > Scary__goongala!
05/19/2016 at 00:10

yea adjustable is nice but really how often would you adjust it? maybe if you autocross or track it a lot.

Scary__goongala! > TheD0k_2many toys 2little time
05/19/2016 at 07:56

I know I’ll rarely touch them. Ride quality/comfort is a big concern for me because of where I go to school and the FM guys are telling me the Tokicos will be the best in that regard.

With-a-G is back to not having anything written after his username > Scary__goongala!
05/19/2016 at 21:19

FWIW, I’m very happy with the Flyin’ Miata stage 1.5 (Tokico shocks and FM springs & bumpstops).

Scary__goongala! > With-a-G is back to not having anything written after his username
05/19/2016 at 22:14

My budget has suddenly increased so that’s exactly what I’m going with now.