Shocks for Eibachs
#5
04-28-2011 | 09:57 PM
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I have yellows on w/H&R springs and it's definately stiffer/harder riding than before. The rears are set about half way and the fronts are set completely loose.
The OE's will do fine, but may wear a little faster since they won't be quite centered any more, but I have not heard/read of any real problems using the OE's.
If you want the complete package, I suggest looking into the Koni FSD system. Comes complete as a kit. The shocks are not manually adjustable as they are using the yellows but are designed to self-adjust based on conditions. They are said to ride well over normal roads but the valving stiffens them under more extreme conditions. The entire kit is around +/- $600, which isn't bad.
#6
04-29-2011 | 07:12 AM
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no i wasent talking about the stock ones off the speed 3, i was talking about the ones sold by the performance division. MAZDASPEED - Accessories - Mazda USA
#8
04-29-2011 | 03:06 PM
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Oops. $740 w/matching springs (Eibach ProKit, just what you were looking for... 1.4"F/1.2"R) but you may be able to do a little better shopping around.
Koni FSD Damper Set & Springs
Last edited by virgin1; 04-29-2011 at 03:16 PM.
#10
04-30-2011 | 02:37 PM
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Ummmm, you sure about that, Tracker?
I know Eibach originally made (makes?) the MS sway bars, and that AEM produces the CAI for MS. I would imagine the sport shocks and coilovers are also produced by a company that already has that capability, albeit to Mazda's specifications... which may, or may not be the same as the AM parts being produced from the same jobber/vendor.
In either case, I think the Koni FSD is the better buy all around. A complete package for $740. The MS shocks/struts alone are $560. Add another $200+ for the Eibachs and your still saving a few bucks. Easier to get, I'd bet too.
Last edited by virgin1; 04-30-2011 at 02:39 PM.