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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 04:16 AM
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Am currently on eibach lowering spring.. I would say it a good match but I wanna slam it down more with coils..
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 10:11 AM
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FYI we have 4 sets of the specific Megan Racing R60 coilovers in stock:
http://www.waymotorworks.com/megan-r...ountryman.html
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 04:41 PM
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FYI we have 4 sets of the specific Megan Racing R60 coilovers in stock:
http://www.waymotorworks.com/megan-r...ountryman.html
Hi, can it fit a ALL4?
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 04:42 PM
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 06:53 PM
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Thanks for the clarification, just abit worried if it will be troublesome for adjusting the damping when whole shock need to come off? I cant rem if there is a opening at the rear boot..
It's a pain to adjust the rear because there is no opening at the rear boot, the whole strut would need to come off.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 06:58 PM
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It's a pain to adjust the rear because there is no opening at the rear boot, the whole strut would need to come off.
yar, I suspected too.. even the KW V3 I guess.. my worry now is most seller telling me its only for FWD.. I just wanna know why.. becos of the damping/spring rate? or mounting diff?
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Roy75
Hi, can it fit a ALL4?
They will physically fit the ALL4, I think they would work fine, but Megan does not list them for the ALL4. Just the opposite the KW coilovers that actually work on both, but KW only list them for the ALL4

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It's a pain to adjust the rear because there is no opening at the rear boot, the whole strut would need to come off.
I've found over the years most customers never adjust the rears they just set them in the middle and are good to go. You could drill the holes and use remote adjusters if you really get serious, but you have to pull the interior panels to do it. I personally just pull them out to adjust as they are only 3 bolt each to adjust.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 07:06 PM
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[QUOTE=WayMotorWorks;3631988]They will physically fit the ALL4, I think they would work fine, but Megan does not list them for the ALL4. Just the opposite the KW coilovers that actually work on both, but KW only list them for the ALL4

Yup, I realised it too on the KW listing stated only ALL4.. thanks for the clarification..
 
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Old Nov 29, 2012 | 10:09 AM
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No all4s availability yet huh?? Meaning, if I put these on an all4s what would happen?
 
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Old Nov 30, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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No all4s availability yet huh?? Meaning, if I put these on an all4s what would happen?
nothing, it would most likely fit fine and give you no issues.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2012 | 10:30 AM
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To the OP, how do you like the ride so far? After some time driving it?
 
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Old Dec 28, 2012 | 12:21 PM
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for those not mounting a matching set (ie FWD to ALL4 & vice versa), 'Some' manufacturers may not warranty the part if it was equipped to a vehicle not listed.
(ie FWD kit on an ALL4).
I know Bilstein is pretty particular about this & often askes for VIN/Reg when processing warranty claims. (no match, no warranty).
I'm nopt saying its the case w/ either manufacturer listed in this thread.. however, it is a reality to think about.
 
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Old May 31, 2013 | 03:52 PM
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Any review afetr a couple of months?

I can't decide if I try the Megan Racing coilover or not...
 
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Old May 31, 2013 | 04:01 PM
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Yup. Ive had mine on since January, been about 4500 miles. Not a single issue, no popping, no creaking. I even put the car up to double check to see if the collar nuts are tight, they still are.

No issues at all, rides like it came from the factory this way.

highly recommended.
 
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Old May 31, 2013 | 09:14 PM
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Good to ear!

My CM will look great with this and my gold OZ Alleggerita 17x8.5 ET35
 
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Old May 31, 2013 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Shoe Coupe
Yup. Ive had mine on since January, been about 4500 miles. Not a single issue, no popping, no creaking. I even put the car up to double check to see if the collar nuts are tight, they still are.

No issues at all, rides like it came from the factory this way.

highly recommended.

I agree! I only have about 1000 miles on them and the ride is like night and day. It's a completely different car now and would definitely recommend the Megans to anyone thinking about lowering their CM.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Shoe Coupe
Yup. Ive had mine on since January, been about 4500 miles. Not a single issue, no popping, no creaking. I even put the car up to double check to see if the collar nuts are tight, they still are.

No issues at all, rides like it came from the factory this way.

highly recommended.
What did you have to buy in addition to the coil-overs? Front/Rear End Links etc?
 
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 09:50 PM
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What did you have to buy in addition to the coil-overs? Front/Rear End Links etc?
Get a pair of lower control arms to adjust camber and alignment for the rear.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2013 | 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by manho1dup
Get a pair of lower control arms to adjust camber and alignment for the rear.
Like he said you'll want a set of Hsport rear camber links to keep from eating through your rear tires.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2013 | 05:50 AM
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Any reduction in bump steer with the Megan's?
 
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Old Jun 20, 2013 | 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by WayMotorWorks
Like he said you'll want a set of Hsport rear camber links to keep from eating through your rear tires.
I got a pair of the the H-Sport LCA's from Way and they are really nice. Great quality & construction. Also, Way ships really fast, came in 2 days from day of ordering. Thanks, Way!
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 05:40 PM
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Does anyone know how to get to the rear shock towers on the countryman??
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 09:09 AM
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Does anyone know how to get to the rear shock towers on the countryman??
Unlike most cars, you don't access the top of the rear struts from the top/inside the car. On the MINI they use two bolts that go up, through the strut top mount and thread into the body. So you access them from under the car, not inside the car.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by MotoGreg
Unlike most cars, you don't access the top of the rear struts from the top/inside the car. On the MINI they use two bolts that go up, through the strut top mount and thread into the body. So you access them from under the car, not inside the car.
Thanks! I eventually figured it out, but now for some. Reason my rear suspension sounds a bit rattly when i go over large bumps so thats the problem im facing now
 
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Old Jul 12, 2013 | 05:52 AM
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Any reduction in bump steer with the Megan's?
Anyone? Bueller? Anyone?
 
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