TEIN SS-P Vs. JIC Magic FLT-A1

[rjennings]

I will be purchasing a set of coilovers this coming spring and I am not sure which is the better choice. Tein Super Street (with Pillow Ball Mounts) or JIC FLT-A1. I've heard good things about both companies and both coilovers are priced basically the same.

My car is used as a street car that see's 1/4 mile track time.

Thanks for your opinions.

Randy

 

[Gromit]

I will be purchasing a set of coilovers this coming spring and I am not sure which is the better choice. Tein Super Street (with Pillow Ball Mounts) or JIC FLT-A1. I've heard good things about both companies and both coilovers are priced basically the same.

My car is used as a street car that see's 1/4 mile track time.

Thanks for your opinions.

Randy

I don't think you'll get a ton of responses to this query as both of these coilovers are more than what most DSM'ers are going to pay for suspension upgrades. I can't speak at all about the JIC's because I have no experience with them whatsoever. I went from a bone stock 1G suspension set-up which was still in good shape to the Tein SS w/Pillowball mounts. I have been very pleased so far. The level of adjustability is very good - you can go from daily driver cushy to stupid stiff with the push of a button if you have the EDFC. The car is basically used for "weekend fun". The ride can be kind of rough on our lousy Michigan roads, but handling is improved & the car has a much more aggressive stance.

I doubt you could go wrong with either kit as they're both good quality from reputable companies. Depending on your use, things like adjustability, availability of parts & support in your area, & what parts are re-buildable may be what you want to consider to make a decision between the 2.

Good luck!

 

[suicidal2af]

I don't think you'll get a ton of responses to this query as both of these coilovers are more than what most DSM'ers are going to pay for suspension upgrades.

Moreso you won't get many opinions because people who care enough about handling to invest that much money usually go with a setup that doesn't have subpar dampers.

 

[rjennings]

Thanks for you thoughts Gromit. I am kind of leaning towards the Super Street Coilovers, but if anyone has specifics on why the JIC's would be a better choice that would be great.

Randy

 

[jtmcinder]

Moreso you won't get many opinions because people who care enough about handling to invest that much money usually go with a setup that doesn't have subpar dampers.

I might not have said it so bluntly, but I still agree.

- Jtoby