If I did get coilovers... ( e28 )

[FREExSPIRIT]

I would want to get a maximum low I just have no idea what to get I was told Ground Control but I haven't seen any that low with GC anyone have any recommendation or pictures of an e28 or their car on this suspension
I noticed there was different options I can choose from just did not quite understand .

Anything would help thank you (:

[tcturbo91]

do some searching man! there is a wealth of info out there. GC is considered "the best" for these cars, but most do not see them as a very cost effective solution. Many members are now building coilovers, which is discussed in a few different threads on here. Another option is some of the cheaper coilovers on the market, which have mixed reviews. I personally have NEX on my E28 and have not had any issues with them. I am looking to build my own for my newly acquired E21.

[FREExSPIRIT]

do some searching man! there is a wealth of info out there. GC is considered "the best" for these cars, but most do not see them as a very cost effective solution. Many members are now building coilovers, which is discussed in a few different threads on here. Another option is some of the cheaper coilovers on the market, which have mixed reviews. I personally have NEX on my E28 and have not had any issues with them. I am looking to build my own for my newly acquired E21.

How low did it get you ? Do you have any photos .
Also how does your ride feel?
Thanks !

[tcturbo91]

check out my build thread. They can get you pretty low. The ride is not bad. I really don't have much to compare it to. I drive my car pretty low in the NYC area so i'm not really expecting much. When I drive the car on more "normal" roads outside of the area the car rides nice.

I think how a car rides is all personal/ very subjective.

[nickskater09]

Just build your own, then you can have all the control in how low you will go, quality, etc. Also probably the most cost effective solution too.

[tcturbo91]

I agree. If i could do it again i'd build my own, which i'm going to do on my E21. Only thing about building your own is getting shocks revalved, not really a big deal.

[FREExSPIRIT]

Just build your own, then you can have all the control in how low you will go, quality, etc. Also probably the most cost effective solution too.

im not to worried on my price I know i just want it done right I am pretty sure I am going with GC I am just not sure what kit to get and what option to get im looking for my car to be as low as GC can go

[nickskater09]

The downside to GC is that they don't really go super low. I believe Mike Burroughs has some photos of Rusty when he was on GC coilovers on his Flickr.

[FREExSPIRIT]

The downside to GC is that they don't really go super low. I believe Mike Burroughs has some photos of Rusty when he was on GC coilovers on his Flickr.

I liked how rusty sat on GC when I go to their site it confuses me what option (1-4) to pick from. Even if I have to fabricate something I'm okay with that .

[Wyatt Lay]

Just build em friend. Pick a coilover sleeve of your choice with 2.5 inner diameter, buy some e30 ix inserts, or any other insert for that matter. I used mk2 inserts, but IX's will fit better (easier). Shorten the housing, make a perch for the sleeve. Done. You are low, mine rides great (even with cheap springs), and its cheap. Mine cost 235.

[FREExSPIRIT]

Just build em friend. Pick a coilover sleeve of your choice with 2.5 inner diameter, buy some e30 ix inserts, or any other insert for that matter. I used mk2 inserts, but IX's will fit better (easier). Shorten the housing, make a perch for the sleeve. Done. You are low, mine rides great (even with cheap springs), and its cheap. Mine cost 235.

You know that doesn't sound like a bad idea ! Where do I get the inserts ?

[Wyatt Lay]

You know that doesn't sound like a bad idea ! Where do I get the inserts ?

Depends on what you want. I would just eBay search em.

[kibur]

I'm looking to figure out a cheap coilover option for my e28 as well. Wyatt, what parts exactly did you use?

[Wyatt Lay]

I'm looking to figure out a cheap coilover option for my e28 as well. Wyatt, what parts exactly did you use?

Check my thread. KYB mk2 inserts, 240sx coilover sleeves and springs, shortened housing. PM me for more details. There isnt really a set way to do DIY coilovers. Its pretty simple, use your noodle or have someone smarter than you use theirs, and their machine tools haha