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smg1138 02-07-2015 10:16 PM

Do RS*R coilovers rust?
 
Does anyone know how corrosion resistant RS*R coilovers are? I'm seriously considering the RS*R Sports-i but am a little concerned about eventual rusting. I can't find any info on what material the shock bodies are made of.

Bergen23 02-07-2015 10:57 PM

Are they painted or anodized everywhere? I'm thinking for the most part, if the surfaces are covered they SHOULD be ok. Although, keeping them clean will be the biggest factor in whether they corrode or not.

smg1138 02-07-2015 11:57 PM

They appear to be painted, but I'm not 100% sure. I'm mostly concerned about the threads rusting and seizing. RS*R doesn't specify whether they use any kind of anti-corrosion coating on the threads.

swarb 02-08-2015 12:31 AM

Thin coat of anti-seize and regular cleaning with air compressor and brush. Coilovers are not maintenance free. Anytime you put two unlike metals together, without cleaning/maintenance they will eventually fuse together, coating or not.

Poodles 02-08-2015 01:30 AM

Coilovers = race hardware = needs constant inspection and maintenance


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