Your MCS coilover reference thread. Pictures and info

[ChrisMCS04]

Originally Posted by AstroBlackS

Pic of the H&R RSS

I figured out what I want to do... I'll re-organize this later, but it will be the info as listed+pic like what you have here+car pic...then all the extras will be catagorized in later posts...nothing against anyone who gets left out of the top...I am just going to chose which ever one...nothing specific(kinda)...just will choose the one that is most visually informative

Nice job on the price too!

[AstroBlackS]

Originally Posted by ChrisMCS04

I figured out what I want to do... I'll re-organize this later, but it will be the info as listed+pic like what you have here+car pic...then all the extras will be catagorized in later posts...nothing against anyone who gets left out of the top...I am just going to chose which ever one...nothing specific(kinda)...just will choose the one that is most visually informative

Nice job on the price too!

Thanks!
Sounds like a good idea. People can post the pics they have in their own posts, in the thread, such as what's being done. So if people want to see more pics of the different systems on cars, they can just scroll through the thread for the pics.

[ChrisMCS04]

Originally Posted by AstroBlackS

Thanks!
Sounds like a good idea. People can post the pics they have in their own posts, in the thread, such as what's being done. So if people want to see more pics of the different systems on cars, they can just scroll through the thread for the pics.

Exactly

[ChrisMCS04]

Thank you for the compliments. I really like you car too!

I think I am going to start limiting the pics at the top to one or two for each type...I will post one of yours up top, but it will be later today
Any info on the spring rates?

[checkmate2006]

I see EXACTLY what is causing the lack of drop if you look at the difference between the McPherson braket the Megan is REALLY tall and the Cross is at the minimum which is what I am thinking about doing to mine is take it to a pipe saw and cut about 3 inches off the top of the bracket which i see no need because the threads aren't at the top they are near the bottom.

[AstroBlackS]

Also, here is the best price on the RSS kit:
http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/s... 2&perfCode=A

$1,209 at Tire Rack. They have had that same price forever.

[AstroBlackS]

Checking for info on the springs now - will post if I find some.

[ChrisMCS04]

Great, thanks

[AstroBlackS]

This is all I've been able to find for info/descriptions on the RSS.

Racing improves the breed. H&R RSS Club Sport Coil-Over Suspension Kits come directly from engineers who design and develop racing suspensions.
Blueprinted as coil-overs (not just a modified shock body), the H&R units are hand- assembled in Germany by H&R Speziafedern under rigid ISO 9001 and German TÜV standards. Strict attention to the function of the complete suspension system is the number one design priority.
Their threaded body means that the outside of the strut or shock tubes are threaded like a bolt. This allows the threaded spring perch to be moved up or down to fine-tune the ride height, optimizing looks and handling.
Equally at home on the street or the track, H&R RSS Club Sport Coil-Over Suspension Kits provide enhanced performance, improved corner-holding ability and a sleek, aggressive stance for performance driving characteristics without harshness.
RSS Club Sport Coil-Over Suspension Kits, are designed for the committed motorsport enthusiast who is willing to relinquish some ride comfort in return for handling performance. The firmest coil-over in the H&R street line, the RSS is the choice for weekend track and club sport events.

[ChrisMCS04]

^Same Here---Astro---

[ChrisMCS04]

More pics...first post more organized...but much more to come

H&R


H&R RSS


Megan Racing



BC Racing


Koni


KW V1



KW V2

[MidniteCoop]

ChrisMCS04, Just want to say thanks for pulling all the info into one thread.
Really makes the coilover upgrade process much smoother!!

[ChrisMCS04]

I am glad you guys like it...I still have some work to do on it, but it has come along easier than I expected...just have to hunt down some info

[Guest]

Originally Posted by ChrisMCS04

OK guys I think with all of the talk about coilovers lately and all of the past threads we need to create one of these threads to compile all of the info in and have the mods sticky it for everyone
Please add to the list and I will transfer all of the info to the first post
Hopefully we can gather as many pics and choices that we won't know what to do with all of the info

Please give the drop that they allow and the spring rates
Any prices and if they come with camber plates, etc...as well

How-to install coilovers found here!

Linear or Progressive Springs is also something to note (Linear being preferred for performance and Progressive for comfort).

And like others have said, most of the above coilovers can be had in almost any combination of spring rates.

[ChrisMCS04]

Thanks for the tip I will add that on the list to get done in this thread...I cannot believe you quoted that whole thing

[Minifiend]

Great thread, this will definitely help people make decisions on which system is best for them.

Did you think about adding where you found the price that you are listing? It might act as a good point of reference for people so they know which vendors carry what systems. I know for example the price on the Bilstein PSS9's will vary alot more because of the amount of vendors carrying them as opposed to the Cross system being carried by only a few vendors. Just an idea.

[Wake|MCS]

Good thread so far Chris. BTW the K-Sport Kontrol Pro drops up to about 3-3.4" according to their reps.

Ca$per, PSS was only for the R56 I think, now I can't even find it. Never got a PM btw..

[ChrisMCS04]

Thanks Minifiend it is something I need to add...this will only get better over the next few days

Wake, thanks for the info...that is a HUGE drop!!! But Kalbone can prove it

[OSUBeaver]

Great post One thing i think would help would be to denote which coilovers come with camber plates/rear tophats, maybe even rear adjuster cables? This really changes the cost/benefit when you calculate $500 more for camber plates.

[TWON]

Hey Chris, did you realize you were creating this much work for yourself?

[ChrisMCS04]

OSU, that is also on my list, but thank you for the reminder...don't expect much to change until Saturday...I have finals finishing up tomorrow...I need to study

TWON, Yes, Yes I did

[Wake|MCS]

Originally Posted by ChrisMCS04

OSU, that is also on my list, but thank you for the reminder...don't expect much to change until Saturday...I have finals finishing up tomorrow...I need to study

TWON, Yes, Yes I did

Haha I know what that's like, only I finished last week! Good luck on yer finals buddy

[COR BLMY]

Hi Chris...

Here is a more up to date photo of the BC BR Series.

Note that this photo shows the standard spring rate of 8K front and 6K rear.
This also shows the new style spring on the front.
Because of the short travel the spring is shaped like this to stop binding.

[ChrisMCS04]

Thanks Brian I appreciate it

I have not updated the info here yet, but it is coming

[COR BLMY]

and R56 BC Sports is about 2 months away