Verdict on Tein Basis Z coilovers

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Old 09-11-2016 | 03:21 PM
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Same price... hahahah nope
Old 09-11-2016 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by RWizzle
So all in all I realize that getting the Tein Basis Z is basically no different than getting any sort of spring setup with the height adjustment being the only benefit. No dampening adjustments and you still need to get a camber kit (if done properly). With the coilovers and camber kit (front and rear) you are still around $1k..... are there any other options to be able to find a decent set of coilovers that possibly come with a camber kit and dampening option for that same price?
No coilovers come w/ camber kits, some will say "camber plates included" but this is just for their overall coilover lineup, the G isn't set up that way.*******


The Tein coils as far as getting the best value, would be the way to go. If you really want to drop on a budget get springs, and mild ones like Swift and sometimes Eibach you can get by w/ just a rear camber kit. You'll be out of spec w/ no rear kit but sometimes can get reasonable wear without one. I wouldn't recommend it though.
Old 09-11-2016 | 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by blnewt
No coilovers come w/ camber kits, some will say "camber plates included" but this is just for their overall coilover lineup, the G isn't set up that way.*******


The Tein coils as far as getting the best value, would be the way to go. If you really want to drop on a budget get springs, and mild ones like Swift and sometimes Eibach you can get by w/ just a rear camber kit. You'll be out of spec w/ no rear kit but sometimes can get reasonable wear without one. I wouldn't recommend it though.

Thanks for the info.....I feel like if I were going just for the drop I'd get springs. Unfortunately last night I purchased them online while drunk and didn't realize there was no dampening option. Would an adjustable camber kit help out with dampening? Also, I still have the option to cancel the sale.
Old 09-11-2016 | 04:47 PM
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A camber kit just allows you to correct the suspension geometry. It has nothing to do with the damping. This is controlled solely by the shock itself. The Tein Flex Z has adjustable damping (and comes with upper mounts) for only a few more bills.

Also, for the record "dampening" means to make something wet
Old 09-11-2016 | 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by RWizzle
Thanks for the info.....I feel like if I were going just for the drop I'd get springs. Unfortunately last night I purchased them online while drunk and didn't realize there was no dampening option. Would an adjustable camber kit help out with dampening? Also, I still have the option to cancel the sale.
The teins are set up out of the box for street duty, this will result in a better overall ride than most (if not all) aftermarket springs on OEM shocks. It will be firmer but shouldn't be jarring harsh like some of the deeper drop springs. Like mentioned, camber kits will only deal w/ your alignment geometry and not ride quality. Although if you can't get your car safely aligned the drive may be compromised and your tire life shortened. Even drunk, I think you made the right choice, and if you adjust the Teins to their higher settings you may not need kits to get your alignment to a good place.
Old 09-12-2016 | 01:42 PM
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Thanks for the info. I will definitely be doing both F&R camber. Kinda going buck wild right now, as I only expected the initial $500 spend (which magically turned into well over $1500 after camber kit, install and alignment). Oh well....the things you do for love (my G37!)
Old 09-12-2016 | 02:23 PM
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Depending on how low you go, you may be able to get away with only a rear kit. I believe the camber curve in the rear is a bit more aggresive than the front.
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