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DaveH · 06-24-2014, 06:44 PM

I had a nice talk with Myles at RCE and seems like the RCE Tarmac 2 would be a good choice for me. Myles seems like he really knows his stuff.

CSG Mike · 06-24-2014, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by fatoni

why not? i feel the way you spelled sentence is a little discrediting right off the bat but i want to hear you out.

Ohlins >>> KW

Jive Turkey · 06-24-2014, 07:16 PM

i would agree. you don't NEED what the öhlins will offer, if it was a more tracked car it would make sense but for the street paired with RCE customer service you really can't go wrong for the money spent.

i think you'll be really happy. anything is a step up from fucking bc/stance/isc/fortune/whatever other taiwanese dampeners.

yes obviously ohlins are better, but that isn't the question here. the question is what will suit this car best, not what is the best coil over.

ZDan · 06-24-2014, 09:48 PM

I don't know where you're getting the idea that the Ohlins are less street oriented, they are AMAZING on the street. Smoother and less harsh on my FD than the much softer-sprung and very good stock suspension on my S2k. Trackable, yes, but fantastic and comfortable on even bad roads.

Captain Snooze · 06-25-2014, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jive Turkey

i have since switched to AST and while the suspension is far better and the car handles better, the street comfort has significantly diminished. its not jarring, but its not soft and plush like how the KW's were.

How do the spring rates of your ASTs compare to the KWs?

Efferalgan · 06-25-2014, 07:23 AM

I'm almost in the exactly same situation (bad roads and rare track visits) and currently choosing between Ohlins R&T and JDM TRD set which is roughly the same price:

http://www.trdparts.jp/english/86_pe...uspension.html

Does anyone have any idea how good the TRD ones compared to Ohlins? My thinking was that TRD Japan is always good stuff made by best manufacurers and if you are not sure which part is better - choose TRD if can live with its price.

Captain Snooze · 06-25-2014, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Efferalgan

I'm almost in the exactly same situation (bad roads and rare track visits) and currently choosing between Ohlins R&T and JDM TRD set which is roughly the same price:

http://www.trdparts.jp/english/86_pe...uspension.html

Does anyone have any idea how good the TRD ones compared to Ohlins? My thinking was that TRD Japan is always good stuff made by best manufacurers and if you are not sure which part is better - choose TRD if can live with its price.

TRD dampers are made by Bilstein,KYB or Tokico depending on model and year. I have no idea how you could judge their pedigree. The only reason I can think of to go with TRD is if warranty is applicable.

Jive Turkey · 06-25-2014, 10:47 AM

i would stay away from JDM stuff unless you know you can service it state side. once you need to rebuild a coilover you dont want to be waiting months or weeks and have to ship over seas...ohlins would be much easier on the customer service end you would think.

gramicci101 · 06-25-2014, 11:27 AM

He's in Moscow, but I don't know if that would make servicing coilovers easier or harder.

DaveH · 06-26-2014, 01:08 AM

Pretty much decided to go with JRZ RS1 Pro. Just not 100% sure on spring rates. It exceeds my original budget but that's happened every time anyways LOL.

CSG Mike · 06-26-2014, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveH

Pretty much decided to go with JRZ RS Pro. Just not 100% sure on spring rates. It exceeds my original budget but that's happened every time anyways LOL.

Captain Snooze · 06-26-2014, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveH

Pretty much decided to go with JRZ RS1 Pro. Just not 100% sure on spring rates. It exceeds my original budget but that's happened every time anyways LOL.

Would you please give us a review when you have driven with them. Some damper pics would be appreciated too.

Racecomp Engineering · 06-26-2014, 09:57 AM

JRZ RS Pro are excellent.

- Andy

06-24-2014, 09:48 PM	#32
ZDan Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Drives: '23 BRZ Location: Providence, RI Posts: 4,672 Thanks: 1,439 Thanked 4,011 Times in 2,097 Posts Mentioned: 85 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I don't know where you're getting the idea that the Ohlins are less street oriented, they are AMAZING on the street. Smoother and less harsh on my FD than the much softer-sprung and very good stock suspension on my S2k. Trackable, yes, but fantastic and comfortable on even bad roads. Last edited by ZDan; 06-25-2014 at 08:33 AM.

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DaveH Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Scion FRS White Location: Toronto Canada Posts: 34 Thanks: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I had a nice talk with Myles at RCE and seems like the RCE Tarmac 2 would be a good choice for me. Myles seems like he really knows his stuff.

06-24-2014, 07:16 PM	#31
Jive Turkey the tuna, no crust. Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2014 Hachiroku of the year Location: jersey Posts: 2,299 Thanks: 874 Thanked 1,770 Times in 761 Posts Mentioned: 78 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	i would agree. you don't NEED what the öhlins will offer, if it was a more tracked car it would make sense but for the street paired with RCE customer service you really can't go wrong for the money spent. i think you'll be really happy. anything is a step up from fucking bc/stance/isc/fortune/whatever other taiwanese dampeners. yes obviously ohlins are better, but that isn't the question here. the question is what will suit this car best, not what is the best coil over.

06-25-2014, 07:23 AM	#34
Efferalgan Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 2025 BRZ, ex-2012 GT86 Location: Dubai Posts: 466 Thanks: 422 Thanked 234 Times in 139 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'm almost in the exactly same situation (bad roads and rare track visits) and currently choosing between Ohlins R&T and JDM TRD set which is roughly the same price: http://www.trdparts.jp/english/86_pe...uspension.html Does anyone have any idea how good the TRD ones compared to Ohlins? My thinking was that TRD Japan is always good stuff made by best manufacurers and if you are not sure which part is better - choose TRD if can live with its price.

06-25-2014, 10:47 AM	#36
Jive Turkey the tuna, no crust. Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2014 Hachiroku of the year Location: jersey Posts: 2,299 Thanks: 874 Thanked 1,770 Times in 761 Posts Mentioned: 78 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	i would stay away from JDM stuff unless you know you can service it state side. once you need to rebuild a coilover you dont want to be waiting months or weeks and have to ship over seas...ohlins would be much easier on the customer service end you would think.

06-25-2014, 11:27 AM	#37
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06-26-2014, 01:08 AM	#38
DaveH Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Scion FRS White Location: Toronto Canada Posts: 34 Thanks: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Pretty much decided to go with JRZ RS1 Pro. Just not 100% sure on spring rates. It exceeds my original budget but that's happened every time anyways LOL.

06-26-2014, 09:57 AM	#41
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