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Just curious, why did you go with coils that don't offer dampening adjustments? That's one of my favorite things about my set up.
I figured since I wouldnt even know how to set them up that I wouldn't need them. I don't think I am experienced enough to know if it should be harder or softer or whatever. These feel pretty good though I will say.
 
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Originally Posted by aquabat0587
I figured since I wouldnt even know how to set them up that I wouldn't need them. I don't think I am experienced enough to know if it should be harder or softer or whatever. These feel pretty good though I will say.
Typically they're adjustable by a small **** on top of the coilover's upper strut
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soft<-------->hard. You twist it.
 

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Originally Posted by Adro
Typically they're adjustable by a small **** on top of the coilover's upper strut
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soft<-------->hard. You twist it.
Wow is that true? I have the basics not the super sports. I'd love to soften them up just a tad.
 
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WOW! Love the after look! I truly want these on my car!!!

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Just need to save but now it's going to take for ever.
 
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looks good man, i have the H-techs and looks about the same. Throw some rims on it and good to go...
 
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Originally Posted by aquabat0587
Wow is that true? I have the basics not the super sports. I'd love to soften them up just a tad.
Sorry- I meant a a general rule of thumb that adjustable dampening on coulovers is typically adjusted on the **** at the top of the upper strut mount. Tein basics are NOT adjustable dampening wise...
 
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Do you think getting 19's will exagerate the camber issue or will it make it better?

I was looking at either these:
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these:


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These:


I really like the axis pentagons but I don't know how the hyper silver with look with my paint.

Wjhat do you guys think?
 
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Looks good, but i wouldve reccomended some coilovers that offered dampening adjustment. From what i've heard, many people eventually switch from Teins to anything with dampening adjustments. It's a relatively easy system to use, just twist the **** for a softer or a harsher ride.

I pick the 1st wheel, they're concept ones correct? I would suggest Concept One CS 5.0
 
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I prefer the look of the first sedan you posted. I bet those axis 5 spokes would look nice as well.
 
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Originally Posted by Adro
I prefer the look of the first sedan you posted. I bet those axis 5 spokes would look nice as well.
I live in Atlanta and I saw a lowered and stanced 1st gen sedan rolling on the Axis shines. It really looked good too.


What do you guys think abiout the camber though? Will getting 19's make it worse or better?
 
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I love those Concept One CS-5's but they don't come in 19's. I bet your ride would look sweet with those Axis Shines, can't go wrong with a five spoke. 19's will look great w/ your drop!
 
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Originally Posted by aquabat0587
I live in Atlanta and I saw a lowered and stanced 1st gen sedan rolling on the Axis shines. It really looked good too.


What do you guys think abiout the camber though? Will getting 19's make it worse or better?
Getting bigger wheels won't affect camber. If you havent already buy a rear camber kit and a toe bolt, so you can adjust the camber. Make sure you have zero toe all around so you wont get crazy wear. Judging by the height you're at it shouldnt be too bad, but it really depends on each car.
 
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i like the pentagon wheel with the chrome lip, wish they offered it in more colors though
 
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Forgive my ignorance, but will these work on a X? I've got a few cars, but really digging on my '07 right now (especially after driving a '12 Audi S4.....blah). I'm looking to get some rotiforms and drop it a bit and this height looks just about right to me.
Don't get me wrong, I like my 08x, but if you are implying that a AUDI S4 (especially one as new as an '12) is in a lower class than our G35's, you are on some controlled substance.
Being a former S4 owner, I KNOW those cars would eat our G35's as an appetizer.....a way more refined, driver friendly automobile. Faster, smoother, better ride, handling, etc....only thing that some people might complain about them is that their styling is a bit bland....something that I personally loved about my S4 (sleeper...and only car enthusiasts really knew what it was).

Sorry, just needed to voice my opinion on your statement, if I understood it correctly. Didn't mean to hijack the thread.
 
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Originally Posted by matts08x
Don't get me wrong, I like my 08x, but if you are implying that a AUDI S4 (especially one as new as an '12) is in a lower class than our G35's, you are on some controlled substance.
Being a former S4 owner, I KNOW those cars would eat our G35's as an appetizer.....a way more refined, driver friendly automobile. Faster, smoother, better ride, handling, etc....only thing that some people might complain about them is that their styling is a bit bland....something that I personally loved about my S4 (sleeper...and only car enthusiasts really knew what it was).

Sorry, just needed to voice my opinion on your statement, if I understood it correctly. Didn't mean to hijack the thread.
I've driven the '11 S4, and I must say that vehicle is sublime, the DCT and that smooth V6 turbo is just sweeeeeeet! Not to mention the styling is understated but will still look classy years from now. Are there plans to bring back the RS-4? I'm digging my G just fine but not at all in the same league as the S4, that league belongs to the M3s, S4s, and AMGs .
BTW, liking those wheels & your stance on those coils OP, sorry to continue the hijack
 


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