How long would you expect coilovers to last? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Blue86 · 03-27-2013, 11:55 PM

Just wanted to open up a discussion about how long one might expect a set of quality coilovers to last until requiring a rebuild compared to say, the expected life out of a stock suspension setup.

Of course there are a lot of variables but I think it's a good thing to discuss because this sort of thing has to factor into one's decision of whether or not to go down this road.

Why not even compare what we might expect with a different option of say a Koni insert with a lowered spring.

g0lden · 03-28-2013, 12:44 AM

I'd like to hear some feedback from others who have used coilovers in the past. I am on the fence right now about purchasing a kit for my fr-S.

Xdragonxb0i · 03-28-2013, 02:43 AM

according to ground controls Forever.

the springs have 1million mile warranty, and their koni struts have life time warranty.

Blue86 · 03-28-2013, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Xdragonxb0i

according to ground controls Forever.

the springs have 1million mile warranty, and their koni struts have life time warranty.

That's pretty awesome!

MyRx · 03-28-2013, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue86

Just wanted to open up a discussion about how long one might expect a set of quality coilovers to last until requiring a rebuild compared to say, the expected life out of a stock suspension setup.

Of course there are a lot of variables but I think it's a good thing to discuss because this sort of thing has to factor into one's decision of whether or not to go down this road.

Why not even compare what we might expect with a different option of say a Koni insert with a lowered spring.

Call the manufacturer. They may require a rebuild after certain time or miles or usage. Granted the coilovers you decide are re-buildable.

Dave-ROR · 03-28-2013, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Xdragonxb0i

according to ground controls Forever.

the springs have 1million mile warranty, and their koni struts have life time warranty.

The dampers will need to be rebuilt eventually.

Grimlock · 03-28-2013, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Xdragonxb0i

according to ground controls Forever.

the springs have 1million mile warranty, and their koni struts have life time warranty.

A warranty is against manufacturing defects, etc. Not against wear and tear. The springs should last forever unless (really) abused, but all shocks would need to be rebuilt/replaced at some point.

*KID* · 03-29-2013, 03:09 PM

I wonder how TIEN take care of the rebuilds, thats why Im leaning more towards USA brands cause of warranty

Ryuu0u · 03-29-2013, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by *KID*

I wonder how TIEN take care of the rebuilds, thats why Im leaning more towards USA brands cause of warranty

Reminds me of reading about an IS300 with around 110k miles on it with 70k on TEIN coil overs. The owner had them rebuilt and powder coated to almost brand new by TEIN. Not sure what it cost him though.

charged86 · 03-29-2013, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryuu0u

Reminds me of reading about an IS300 with around 110k miles on it with 70k on TEIN coil overs. The owner had them rebuilt and powder coated to almost brand new by TEIN. Not sure what it cost him though.

Arm + leg

g0lden · 03-29-2013, 11:51 PM

probably cheaper to just buy newer one :-)

d1ck · 03-30-2013, 08:32 AM

Tein charges somewhere around 100 a piece plus parts if I remember correctly.

D1cker · 03-30-2013, 04:44 PM

Tein does rebuilds in their US hq here in CA. It's around $5-600 for a full rebuild.

03-27-2013, 11:55 PM	#1
Blue86 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: Sonic Blue 86GT Manual Location: Victoria Posts: 376 Thanks: 51 Thanked 122 Times in 61 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	How long would you expect coilovers to last? Just wanted to open up a discussion about how long one might expect a set of quality coilovers to last until requiring a rebuild compared to say, the expected life out of a stock suspension setup. Of course there are a lot of variables but I think it's a good thing to discuss because this sort of thing has to factor into one's decision of whether or not to go down this road. Why not even compare what we might expect with a different option of say a Koni insert with a lowered spring.

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Xdragonxb0i Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: ex500r Location: AR Posts: 859 Thanks: 13 Thanked 105 Times in 77 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s)	according to ground controls Forever. the springs have 1million mile warranty, and their koni struts have life time warranty. __________________

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