Coilovers

[sbturbo2]

Hi, did anyone fit BC Racing coilovers? I'm seriously thinking about giving them a go.....will I be the first [smilie=doubt.gif]

Cheers Simon

 

[Jamesv6]

I asked Fred for his expert opinion on these some time ago. His reply "made in taiwan stuff, its not too bad actually, 50% mark up though!"

 

[Brett]

I'm not saying they are any good for a vee but my brother has BK coilovers on his VW. Ride comfort is firm but far from uncomfortable and so far they have lasted well. Even with the grited roads they are still immaculate. The car definatly handles 100% better with them but make what you will of that as it handle shit to begin with.

 

[looch]

I was in two minds btw the BC and the KW. I thought for ages on it and the deciding factor was a friend of mine who told me they use BC on some of their cars and they are "cheap and cheery". I didnt want to take a risk on that so opted for the KWs

 

[taipan]

Only way we'll know for sure is if someone takes the plunge...

Anyone know why KW don't make v1s or v2s for the vee? Because I think a set of v2s would be the perfect compromise between price and performance.

 

[Brett]

At the end of the day, you won't go wrong with kw.

 

[ColinG]

Only way we'll know for sure is if someone takes the plunge...

Anyone know why KW don't make v1s or v2s for the vee? Because I think a set of v2s would be the perfect compromise between price and performance.

This!! If your not tracking the car, you simply don't need the level of adjustability that the v3 offers

 

[Jamesv6]

Only way we'll know for sure is if someone takes the plunge...

Anyone know why KW don't make v1s or v2s for the vee? Because I think a set of v2s would be the perfect compromise between price and performance.

This!! If your not tracking the car, you simply don't need the level of adjustability that the v3 offers

Quite. I'm sure the Leda's are wasted on my Vee.

 

[looch]

For me, its always been about the confidence they bring when driving. Theres so many settings on the KW, Ill stick to the recommended settings since mines not a track toy. It does feel so planted though, Im not regretting them at all :approve:

 

[ColinG]

Pics needed looch!!

 

[Matt]

For me, its always been about the confidence they bring when driving. Theres so many settings on the KW, Ill stick to the recommended settings since mines not a track toy. It does feel so planted though, Im not regretting them at all :approve:

Has it made a massive difference over standard ones then Wayne?

 

[sbturbo2]

Well, I've gone and ordered a set of BC Coilovers @ £651.00 delivered. Hoping to be with me within 2 weeks. . I will let you all know how they feel.......

I have tried all sorts of suspension over the years on various Renaults including Spax (5 Gordini and Gordini Turbo), Apec (172, 182), Koni (5 Gordini Turbo and T2) and AVO (T2) let's see how the BC's do.

Simon

 

[Brett]

Although its obviouse that the BC coilovers won't be on par with KW, leda etc etc, it will be interesting to see how they perform for owners who aren't interested in taking corners at a million miles an hour. My brother has them fitted to his car and they do work brilliantly for his needs.

 

[Brett]

Anyone know why KW don't make v1s or v2s for the vee? Because I think a set of v2s would be the perfect compromise between price and performance.

This is a very good question!

 

[sbturbo2]

I have read good things about these coilovers on other cars so hopefully they will be to a good standard.

I'm changing to the coilovers because I can not get on with the handling as standard, I ran a T2 for 5 years fitted with AVO's and I felt confident flat out but I don't feel that at present with the vee (mine has 69k on the clock and maybe the shocks are shot). The T2 hand a reputation for being tricky on the limit but after fitting the coilovers it felt planted (she was running 225bhp @ 18psi) and I could go quick on B and C roads and dare I say it...even in the wet she was good. I know there is a big weight difference but I think it is what the vee needs. Hopefully I'm right!........

 

[Brett]

Avo's aren't bad dampers to be fair. Neither are spax. I wouldn't go as far as saying BC's are as well proven though.

 

[sbturbo2]

Coilovers arrived this afternoon. Well packaged and look a good standard. Will let you know how I get on with them

 

[thunderstarter]

Coilovers arrived this afternoon. Well packaged and look a good standard. Will let you know how I get on with them

Any chance of some piccies before and after they go on fella?

Would be good to see how they differ from the KW's

 

[ColinG]

How is the fitting etc going!!

We need pics and updates! Lol :salut:

 

[sbturbo2]

Sorry just come back from my hols and will start to strip and fit this week. First step tonight will be to measure underbody height, etc because I am not sure the coilovers have been preset to any configuration [smilie=icon_eek.gif]. Any info on that could be useful?

I will take photos but may need help uploading them at a later date

Simon