I keep hearing that they HKS Hypermax LS/RS coilovers provide the closest stock like ride. Has anyone compared the ride between these and the Tein Basics??

 

if you want a ride very similar to stock go ahead and get the tein cs coilovers.

 

The LS, LS+, and RS are all completely different coilovers.

The LS+ is the luxury line from HKS, and offer the most stock-like ride. These are comparable to the Tein CS.

I believe the LS+ are a revised version of the LS.

The RS are much stiffer than both, and are more comporable to the Tein Flex.

Tein's Basic coilover is not quite comparable to any of the others because it is only height adjustable. It's ride comfort is between the Flex and CS.

 

I have just ordered HKS RS...

I will let you know my comments later

 

Not exactly..... I just installed the HKS LS coilovers (intended for a Z though), and the ride is exceptionally smooth. It's as comfortable as stock, stiffer in the turns, and height adjustable.

Unlike the LS+ and the RS, you can NOT adjust dampening with the LS. In this regard the LS are similiar to Tein's Basic.

You guys should really check out the post below (by Gsedan35) for accurate information:

G35/350Z aftermarket coilover, springs and shocks spec's w/updates

When comparing coilovers you should really be concerned with the spring rate and if you want to be able to adjust the dampening.

If you notice the LS+, RS, and LS all have the same spring rate (448/448). The difference is going to be in the dampening.

 

I agree with bert039...
hey why did u choose HKS LS over others?

 

Vodkarocket = WRONGness.
No offense, but get your facts straight.

LS+'s spring rate is higher in the front vs. the RS.
This is mainly because the RS was meant to be more universal.
(For both Z's and G's)

Surprisingly, the RS's ride quality is almost as nice as the LS+ on a G.
I've ridden in both RS and LS+ equipped Gs and Zs.

TEIN Flex on it's softest setting is still very stiff and maybe a little too harsh for some.
TEIN CS is a little too soft. Spirited drivers complain about wheelhop on hard turns.
TEIN Basic is a good ride. Only drawback is is lack of adjusting dampening. Still, the ride quality is very good.

This is all dependent on the wheel and tire sizes being run though.
If you're on 20's with 30profile tires, you're gonna have a harsher ride.
If you're on stock 18's with 40profile tires, the ride quality will be much better.

I currently have the LS+ with 19" wheels and 35 profile tires.
Others have told me the ride quality is better than stock on 18's.
Dips and Bumps are greatly dampened.

 

i went with the LS, because i got them off a friend, brand new, for $1100. I thought it was a great deal I couldn't pass up on.

I had coilovers on my last car too and never messed with it once they were on the car. Adjustbility isn't a huge concern for me. I just wanted a comfortable yet sporty ride, from a company I trusted.

 

thanks for the info guys. also, thanks for the link bert.
meechin, have you compared your ride to a g35 w/ basics?

 

Meechin I dun understand how can LS+ having a higher spring rate up front than RS and still be more comfortable. Since LS+ is marketed as comfort ride should be softer??And RS is marketed as comfort/track. So i would like to know the difference between LS+ and RS. And also i found LS+ is slightly more expensive, so does that mean LS+ is a higher grade model in HKS line up?