Installing coilovers, what else to replace?

[Loewen21]

Hey guys i just ordered myself a set of D2 coilovers which im pretty excited about
Just wondering what other bushings and such i should go and replace while im at it

 

[Loewen21]

Anyone? i really know very little when it comes to suspension so any help would be appreciated!

 

[ZmanIV]

I just installed a set into my 2G
There wasn't anything else that needed to be replaced on mine.
I would all depend on the condition of your existing bushings.

 

[Loewen21]

alright. well im sure they're pretty shot by now i dont think they have been replaced ever, and its a 92. So what would be reccommended bushings to get for it?

 

[talonz27]

you could go with oem bushings or there is prothane kits and energy suspension kits as well. im going to order a prothane kit. if its street driven go oem, if not go prothane.

 

[boosted_91_tsi]

Might as well check out the Ball Joints and Tie Rod Ends while you have a good view with everything open.

 

[thekellbeast]

you could go with oem bushings or there is prothane kits and energy suspension kits as well. im going to order a prothane kit. if its street driven go oem, if not go prothane.

I'm running pillowball (bearing plate) upper mounts, and I'm looking into getting prothane lower bushings. My shocks are set really stiff too.... and I live in Maine.

You car can handle. Just swerve around the potholes.

 

[Byrd]

Might as well check out the Ball Joints and Tie Rod Ends while you have a good view with everything open.

Yes! Do this! You'll need it.They can be found for relatively cheap at autozone and O'Reilley's (sp)


Also, pick up a camber kit for the rear - You'll need them. I used ebay and was very happy with my purchase.

Before you install these check for extremely rusted parts. I had to reweld a couple mounts bc the cams in the stock camber adjustment had been "rust welded" to the bracket and I had to cut through it. It's not fun

Remember to attatch your brake lines to the fork looking deals (i have ksports but it's the same thing).

Do it right the first time and you'll thank yourself later. You'll love em

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[Loewen21]

How much of a drop are you running in those pics Byrd?

 

[JrCRXHF]

I am running D2's and have been happy with them here are some pic's of the car.

I had to cut off the rear shocks because they were rusted on. I would do bushings if you have the time and money and would also do brakes SS lines and other maintenance items why you are on the blocks.

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[Loewen21]

Well ya already have the SS brake lines done, and i reccommend them for everyone they're amazing in my opinion. Much better feel. Well since im on a tight budget (just spent money on 16g and fmic too, so im broke) we'll see how the bushings look and go from there. Thanks for the input guys.

 

[Byrd]

Well ya already have the SS brake lines done, and i reccommend them for everyone they're amazing in my opinion. Much better feel. Well since im on a tight budget (just spent money on 16g and fmic too, so im broke) we'll see how the bushings look and go from there. Thanks for the input guys.

Couldn't tell you exactly - but i'd have to say about 2 inches. The stock settings on my ksports were already pretty low ( but I like the slammed raked look) so i'd just start there and measure/eye ball it.

After install, make sure you hammer the collars down because they love to come loose.

 

[Rx3]

If you want streetability/concerened about ride quality I would stay away from prothane bushings as they really stiffen things up overall. You hit a bump you will cringe, as well as knock things lose. Any stock parts (tie rods, control arms, etc) will take a beating and have to be replaced more frequently.



If you don't care about ride quality/harshness, or you have perfect pothole free roads where you live, then by all means, prothane bushings.

When you install your D2s, go over your car. Anything that looks remotely suspect (boots on control arms, bushings) change them right then and there. If you don't, I guarantee you will be pulling apart the car to change them within 3 months if you drive the car daily.

I am currently running D2s with polyurethane bushings.

 

[Loewen21]

Ya i already have to replace my front right axle So ill make sure to check everything out. Do it all right the first time so that there isn't a second