Ohlins Road and Track FIGS ISF Specific
08-09-17, 11:48 AM
#1
Ohlins Road and Track FIGS ISF Specific
Hey Guys,
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
08-09-17, 12:39 PM
#2
Hey Guys,
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
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08-09-17, 07:23 PM
#4
I could not drive my f (2008, 60k mi.) last year when it had it's stock suspension and I was recovering from broken ribs. Began pricing KW's but picked up a set of the Ohlins Road & Tracks instead from a local guy advertising 'em on ClubLexus. The seller got them from Japan, and they're Isf specific units with 16/12 linear springs (no helpers). My initial choice of the KW's (& subsequently, the Ohlins) was based on their reps. on both ClubLexus and Mr2OC.com. I'm still trying to locate front Ohlins for my SW20.
They were installed along with RR's usrs and a square wheel & tire setup (265/35 mpss on 18 x 9.5/45 ze40s). And a nice street alignment & corner balancing (why have coilovers if you don't do this?).
When I first drove off from the shop onto bumpy, patched pavement, the car rode so smooth I thought something was wrong with it. And it had been lowered just a bit more than I would have liked. Note the larger sidewalls also help to improve ride.
Another thing to remember is that shocks are wear items (esp. ones used hard with stiffer springs), so it's a plus if they're rebuildable. And the Ohlins, Penskes (& AFCO's?) are even tunable.
They were installed along with RR's usrs and a square wheel & tire setup (265/35 mpss on 18 x 9.5/45 ze40s). And a nice street alignment & corner balancing (why have coilovers if you don't do this?).
When I first drove off from the shop onto bumpy, patched pavement, the car rode so smooth I thought something was wrong with it. And it had been lowered just a bit more than I would have liked. Note the larger sidewalls also help to improve ride.
Another thing to remember is that shocks are wear items (esp. ones used hard with stiffer springs), so it's a plus if they're rebuildable. And the Ohlins, Penskes (& AFCO's?) are even tunable.
Last edited by tas02; 08-10-17 at 01:45 PM.
08-10-17, 12:53 PM
#5
I could not drive my f (2008, 60k mi.) last year when it had it's stock suspension and I was recovering from broken ribs. Began pricing KW's but picked up a set of the Ohlins Road &Tracks instead from a local guy advertising 'em on ClubLexus. The seller got them from Japan, and they're Isf specific units with 16/12 linear springs (no helpers). My initial choice of the KW's (& subsequently, the Ohlins) was based on their reps. on both ClubLexus and Mr2OC.com. I'm still trying to locate front Ohlins for my SW20.
They were installed along with RR's usrs and a square wheel & tire setup (265/35 mpss on 18 x 9.5/45 ze40s). And a nice street alignment & corner balancing (why have coilovers if you don't do this?).
When I first drove off from the shop onto bumpy, patched pavement, the car rode so smooth I thought something's wrong with it. And it had been lowered just a bit more than I would have liked. Note the larger sidewalls also help to improve ride.
Another thing to remember is that shocks are wear items (esp. ones used hard with stiffer springs), so it's a plus if they're rebuildable. And the Ohlins, Penskes (& AFCO's?) are even tunable.
They were installed along with RR's usrs and a square wheel & tire setup (265/35 mpss on 18 x 9.5/45 ze40s). And a nice street alignment & corner balancing (why have coilovers if you don't do this?).
When I first drove off from the shop onto bumpy, patched pavement, the car rode so smooth I thought something's wrong with it. And it had been lowered just a bit more than I would have liked. Note the larger sidewalls also help to improve ride.
Another thing to remember is that shocks are wear items (esp. ones used hard with stiffer springs), so it's a plus if they're rebuildable. And the Ohlins, Penskes (& AFCO's?) are even tunable.
08-10-17, 01:32 PM
#6
Ever hear of Hyper Rev, the jdm vehicle specific wish books?
The sw20 (Gen. 2 Mr2) Ohlins were inverted struts (not height adjustable coilovers) with anodized bodies. The damping is adjustable. I believe Phoenix's Power (fka "Garage Fukui") also marketed actual coilovers using Ohlins dampers. Both were pricey, and discontinued more than 10 yrs. ago.
I bought a pair of Ohlins rear struts years ago for $100 from somebody parting their half-cut. On my sw20 I run TRD coilover bodies with Koni inserts, custom AlexW top hats (to maximize caster) & springs.
The sw20 (Gen. 2 Mr2) Ohlins were inverted struts (not height adjustable coilovers) with anodized bodies. The damping is adjustable. I believe Phoenix's Power (fka "Garage Fukui") also marketed actual coilovers using Ohlins dampers. Both were pricey, and discontinued more than 10 yrs. ago.
I bought a pair of Ohlins rear struts years ago for $100 from somebody parting their half-cut. On my sw20 I run TRD coilover bodies with Koni inserts, custom AlexW top hats (to maximize caster) & springs.
Last edited by tas02; 08-10-17 at 04:22 PM.
08-10-17, 09:58 PM
#7
Hey Guys,
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
I am thinking about getting the Ohlins Road & Track coils for my ISF but there isn't a single review or mention about them anywhere. Is there anyone here that have them on their ISF? If so how do you like them? Because they are a very pricey upgrade. I was just wondering because the stock suspension on my 08 is crazy harsh over bumps and its time to address this issue. I do have to admit I prefer not to take my ISF anywhere far as the ride is unbearable.
Any opinions on them are appreciated.
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08-11-17, 11:17 AM
#8
Ever hear of Hyper Rev, the jdm vehicle specific wish books?
The sw20 (Gen. 2 Mr2) Ohlins were inverted struts (not height adjustable coilovers) with anodized bodies. The damping is adjustable. I believe Phoenix's Power (fka "Garage Fukui") also marketed actual coilovers using Ohlins dampers. Both were pricey, and discontinued more than 10 yrs. ago.
I bought a pair of Ohlins rear struts years ago for $100 from somebody parting their half-cut. On my sw20 I run TRD coilover bodies with Koni inserts, custom AlexW top hats (to maximize caster) & springs.
The sw20 (Gen. 2 Mr2) Ohlins were inverted struts (not height adjustable coilovers) with anodized bodies. The damping is adjustable. I believe Phoenix's Power (fka "Garage Fukui") also marketed actual coilovers using Ohlins dampers. Both were pricey, and discontinued more than 10 yrs. ago.
I bought a pair of Ohlins rear struts years ago for $100 from somebody parting their half-cut. On my sw20 I run TRD coilover bodies with Koni inserts, custom AlexW top hats (to maximize caster) & springs.
OP sorry for the threadjack, I cant resist mr2 talk when I see it haha
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