Don't Screw Up Your Car Build. Ep 2 | Coilovers

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Choosing the right coilovers for your car can leave you doing weeks of research. In today's video, we bring you our top 3 coilover brands for your build. Save the research for later, we got you.
#Cars #coilovers
Time Stamps
0:00 Intro
1:06 Maxpeeding Rods
2:29 BC Racing
5:32 Fortune Auto
6:30 Coilover Components
8:18 Outro
Let us know in the comment's down below what you want to see next!

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Mod your car with your friends right here at MartiniWorks. Aftermarket Coilovers HERE! - shorturl.at/jLNW3 PS. Got a question on suspension? Drop it below and we'll help you out

[@ridwhaankhan9179]

What about D2 Racing coilover I heard that these coilovers were like 2nd best just like the BC Racing coilovers 🤔

[@blackstang7378]

I originally watched Alex explain everything in the old fitment videos an he recommended bc racing coils and 2 years later I’m in love with them. Especially after I got to engine swap my car the quality still shows!

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Awesome to hear! If you ever need any future parts, mod your car at MartiniWorks :)

[@AlexDiggs]

i bought function & form type 2 coilover for my ls430 back when you were at FI, your videos were always super helpful and perfect for people who dont know shit about cars lol🤙🏻

[@PiroFyre]

I've dealt with bargin bin to cheap coilovers for a long LONG time on multiple cars. And most of those cars weren't even mine. Just people that have suspension issues and/or wanted to upgrade a bushing or replace the springs to something stiffer. Of course, you know how Wisconsin winter is and they will corrode the hell out of all these cheaper coilover systems. It's why for my current car, I went with KW V3s. Even when I replaced the springs on them, the bottom spring perch still managed to loosen up and spin freely without much of any corrosion issues. Now, I tell people to just spend the money instead of wasting so much money on the cheaper stuff because the cheaper stuff will be disappointing.

[@theniceneighbor]

This is the video type that i could watch iver and over.

[@darrylbrooks851]

i have skunk2, coilovers,for my delsol, i love them👍🏼

[@arefinlabib4630]

Liking these vids!

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Thank you!

[@victormaciasjr.1615]

I’m looking at the HKS coil overs for my subie honestly. They are tight for the track and are comfortable for the daily great middle ground in my opinion.

[@chase276]

Day 4 asking for a how to modify a 4th gen prelude

[@FreeRangeCassava]

Honestly I doubt the aftermarket support for preludes is enough to make a good build guide for them.

[@iglidz]

Bodywork, bushings, quality coilovers and just send it until the H series blows up, rebuild with a B/K series

[@TheDCfinestPLAYER]

I stopped trying for the honda boyz mate , he don’t mess with us

[@gilligan1350]

Just LS swap it 😂

[@JCs4thgen]

I been asking since they were fitment industries 💀 under 2 different accounts lol

[@CarMa321]

Watching you while I’m building my first daily driver!

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Keep it up man and hope to see you on the site when you're ready to mod!

[@CarMa321]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial definitely!

[@CALEBMWOODS]

FIRST. Also love your channel and has great advise for beginner car modders.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We're on it!

[@PochMotorsports]

Got some BC ERs for the Z and I love the fact that you get both compression and rebound adjustments. Too good for the price

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

That's awesome! If you ever need anything else, let us know :) martiniworks.com/

[@J_spec6]

Got some BC BRs on my daily driver Gita. Still need to put some work into properly dialing them in, but so far they've been great

[@bigjdm5460]

What spring rates did you choose, and did the rates give you the ride u envisioned?

[@slimedev4920]

New series idea: How NOT to mess up your high school car build

[@blackstang7378]

Yoo that’s not a bad idea lmao

[@Hakiri27]

Bought a 05 sti and it came with ke v1s, they feel great but at that price i think i would lean more torwards a FA

[@struggle.R]

Nice type r

[@quocd5580]

Needed a budget coilover for drifting my 240sx s13, it was maxspeeding rods (twintube) or JDMspeed (monotube) that are around $250. Got the JDMspeed (monotube, nonadjustable) for shits and giggles, definitely felt it was better than my 15yr old Powertrix (monotube, nonadjustable). The goal is to drift the 240 twice a year on a skid pad and maybe some light driving around the street (100 miles a yr). Rev9 was my other option for $530 that was monotube w/ adjustable.

[@StanleyKubick1]

the maxpeeding stuff is underrated

[@paulhuthmann8824]

I just went with zzp coilovers cuz they specifically work on cobalts so they have a ton of knowledge for installation and use

[@paulhuthmann8824]

Also they definitely handle very well especially compared to the stock lol

[@prettyridesmedia]

I love my BC coilovers

[@asianmanfromasia]

I’ve had maxpeeding rods on my EF civic for more than a year now. They’re bouncy and the rubber bushing on the top hat is already showing signs of cracking. I guess I can’t complain for less than $300 bucks, but I’d spend the extra cash on some Truharts if I’m going cheap

[@anthonyaubain]

I have koni with eibach springs stiffer an inch drop on my tl bought new top mounts for all 4 so all in was about $1000 and they are rebuildable not mad about my choice

[@VinRZ]

Great choice. These Taiwanese shocks suck

[@timscheuermann2554]

cant wait for my tein flex z's for my ep3.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Noice!

[@atevalve]

Funny thing, BC doesn't make coilovers for my platform *kind of* You can use mk1 Volkswagen rears and mk2/3 Volkswagen fronts, but that's buying 2 kits. Only TA Technix, MTS, and KW sell a complete kit

[@reececarpenter7426]

Thoughts on tein?

[@ernestoortiz9592]

TEIN is a great coilover for the money. If you are on a budget with quality in mind. TEIN is it.

[@FELIPE8226M]

Kw,Ohlins,Jrz all blow those out the water, do it right the first time lesson learned, if you dont have the money for any of those then just get Bilstein/koni shocks and eibach lowering springs

[@jamescollins9716]

Love my Fortune Autos on my RX8, worth every penny so far, torn on what to do with my E61 as its a daily I dont want to underspend and get garbage but I dont want to overspend as id rather pay for more track days for the RX8 lol Any suggestions?

[@chaosbeup]

on my first build. 08 matrix. perfect timing with this series. now i just need financial aid lmao

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

That's why we put Katapult on the site haha; easiest way to go!

[@user-tt2zh4io9t]

I am going to beat on maxspeeding coilovers.

[@Jabin04]

can you take a look at race comp engineering coilovers? I'm considering getting Superstreet 2 but superstreet R coilovers are also interesting for a track build

[@VinRZ]

It is one of the better options that you can get. KWs have a solid background of motorsports competition and OEM equipment.

[@zenki_ls400]

what is yalls take on Ceika suspension? So far from what ive seen they are comparable to other brands in the $1000 range but they offer some customization that others dont offer and they can cater your suspension to your car and what your trying to do with it like a daily driver you like to do some cutting with in Mexico or a drift car...

[@JoeyVilleneuve]

Thoughts on HSD coilovers?

[@Je11yb3aner]

Not sure if you’ve done it already but how to modify Porsche boxster would be nice, specifically the 99-04 models

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We'll add it to the list!

[@MexicanPoro]

As a fiesta st owner, BC Racing only makes the BR series, but since Fortune auto are only like 3 hours away from me, I might go with them.

[@NetherSlime45]

Can you do a video on building a Lexus ls430

[@DCU_]

What about onlins road and track, would you say they're on par with the 510s or better?

[@zaneelliott7538]

What’s the perfect wheel and tire spec with no fender mods and keeping fenders liners for a 5th gen prelude?

[@moistkookie7416]

Just picked up some 510s a week ago! $3200 otd🤑🤑

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Let's gooo!!!

[@mikeceo5351]

What about the Tien coils?? Are they still good starting point?

[@blakevalentine8810]

Surprised Raceland, godspeed or Megan racing coilovers weren't mentioned

[@slaviccheekibreeki]

5:24 looks like Nolan from Donut from behind

[@migzahoy]

how about ST suspension, KW suspension, K sport? coilovers

[@VinRZ]

They won't advertise it. Because BC and FA have them by the testies. These goons can't stop selling us trash.

[@ravenXO]

Ive noticed that you only focus on shock absorbers and springs. Is there a reason? Theres so much more to suspension than that. Especially if you want an efficient system.

[@SitTime]

i want to buy a 350z and start a drifting build but i have no knowledge at all but have some money to spend please make a playlist.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We're on it, this is a kickass idea honestly! - Alex

[@davelazaro846]

Where do Silvers coilovers (mini cooper s) rank compared to fortune auto?

[@richreyes1214]

Does Gels still recommend the Tein Street Advance Z? Its the only reputable brand coilover that I know of under 1k and even at that price point I’m really stretching my budget. *Edit: Flex Z not street advance

[@B00sted_JT]

Flex z are awesome. I have them on my gc8 sti. Ride like stock on the softest setting, incredibly stiff on the stiffest setting. Great for street and track use.

[@bryanlarrea2867]

I concur that the flex z's are good for the price. I have a set on my ek hatch. The shocks are matched to the springs they are paired to. Damping adjustments are definitely noticeable too. They are good for normal every day driving and track days/auto cross. The car doesn't get unsettled with undulations on the road or the rumble strips/berms on the track.

[@acaposta]

TruHart coilovers on my VA WRX after I ran TruHart damper/springs on my 02 Civic for 2 years. Daily. Adjustment matters. Expensive coilovers won’t trump knowledge.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Always important to dial it in; totally agree. Problem is SO many people exclusively use price to determine a purchase. We know that price matters #1, but there are a few things where we don't think the price is worth the quality. For instance, Truhart is likely locked in for you after maximizing the fine adjustments, whereas a more robust coilover might just have the tolerances built in so you don't need to dial it in (even though you should) Kinda like a Mazda Miata on track vs. a brand new M2. The Miata can chase the M2 down if there's an experienced person behind the wheel in the same way the M2 could run a good lap because the car is just properly good from factory. Hard discussion, but totally agree!

[@maui3302]

Do a how to modify a Infiniti Q50 either 3.7l or 3.0t

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Added to the list!

[@jonwallace6697]

Opinion on ksport coilovers? I have an avalon and that's the best I could find 4 years ago

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We don't have enough experience to share with the world on this brand but aim to do a build with them to try them out. Stay subscribed and some content will come out shortly!

[@93octanecarclub26]

Silvers coilovers?

[@EE-fl1tw]

Im running Tein on my 2015 frs. They have adjustable damping and after a bit of adjustment the ride feels factory.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We do love Tein and pretty much exclusively recommend them for entry level brand for people who are looking to maximize the ol' budget!

[@graydeanj]

Are there coilovers that will improve the ride quality and reduce NVH on a 2016 mini cooper JCW?

[@VinRZ]

No, it will be worse

[@TheRealMrRoyal]

Would love for someone reputable to actually address $400-$1000 coilovers. Cot7 Maxpeedingrods, godspeed, Megan, rev9 tier 2, FnF type 1 etc. And if they are all made in the same place at least address that.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We do plan to. We just haven't had much feedback from the brands we've reached out to. Our goal is to ask them first, allow them to provide us the information, and if they don't, then we buy them and test them. I'd say for now subscribe, as we do have plans to do a HUGE review/comparison like this!

[@TheRealMrRoyal]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial awesome, and I am of course. Need any info on godspeed on a speed3 or cot7's on H/A let me know lol.

[@jonathansanchez5208]

So I have a 07 g35 sedan and it has TruHart coilovers, would you recommend me to changing to something else if so what brand? I’m willing to spend up to $1,600

[@Somber.Killer]

I just got the bc racing br coilovers for my daily g37. Happy with the ride quality so far.

[@shawnmones8823]

what recommendations do you have for that 700-800 price range?

[@jaypalo]

Tein

[@arkixx4750]

honestly from my experience Silver NA coilovers feel much better for daily driving compared to BC. Super bouncy on BC's

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We plan to cover Silver's in a future video. We've had great experience, and also not great experience which is a weird one. We've tried to figure out why there has been such inconsistency and will be chatting about it in another video!

[@arkixx4750]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial Ran them on my BRZ. Ride was pretty good on default spring rate. Much better than my friends g35 on BC's. Could also be difference chassis

[@victorhilario7756]

Tein coilovers

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Solid brand, we'll spend more time talking about this one in a week or so!

[@miatality]

This is super helpful for making good choices on my car lol

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We're trying our BEST!

[@emmour9288]

But BC racing coilovers are fully re-buildable.... (ER) Apart from the oil that these brands use.... Im told to go with the BC racing ER series for my Commodore... Yeah im from Australia.

[@DavidRodriguez-qx7qc]

Anyone heard of a brand called Megan supposedly it’s made from the same people that made bc just more affordable

[@anthonyaubain]

Audi rs5 2013-2015 4.2v8 era

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

One of the best era's.

[@methodandmadness1]

Do you think Tein is still good?

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Yes, we typically say that Tein is our entry entry level brand that we recommend! martiniworks.com/products/suspension/coilovers?_brands=tein

[@just.a.simplejoe]

BC, the basic Karen of car world. Alex always will sell these guys 😂

[@TheSuperWarrior64]

any opinions on feal coilovers?

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

I run them on the Torque Motorsports GR86 and really like them. Feel very similar to my 500 Fortune Auto's - Alex

[@TheSuperWarrior64]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial Thanks!

[@Carlos.Rivera]

What about raceland?

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

It sits in that

[@viking2679]

Bc racing aint got no saab coils :(

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Fortune Auto does :) martiniworks.com/products/suspension/coilovers?_product_search=saab

[@freddywiththek1908]

Day 1 asking for how to mod a 3v mustang

[@AutodromoF1]

All those covers are flawed. Real performance coilovers don’t have adjustable bases. You adjust the height with the spring perch collar. Preload isn’t that important. Add some helper springs if the main spring is lose.

[@danielpino7654]

Why does this feel like a bc commercial.?

[@nrdslayer6942]

How to modify a corolla👀

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

we'RE ON IT...

[@apex_gr]

great video. sub $1000 coilovers are sketch. sub $500 coilovers you're just asking for back pain. used coilovers almost always are blown. check the top hats for oil leaking. you can rebuild them, but new shocks cost anywhere from $400-600. might as well buy new. took me 3 days to get my ZN6 (BRZ) coilovers for my Scion FR-S from BC. I decided to try something new with digressive coils so we'll see how they ride. I won't have time to install til a week or so from now.

[@truche132]

Ohlins?

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Great brand, would recommend AST as well which is slightly more affordable. - martiniworks.com/products/suspension/coilovers

[@The-Matt-Richard]

On this episode we had garbage compared to slightly worse garbage

[@Treaxvour]

Wrong. BC discontinued coilovers for 280zx s130. Can't get em.

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We can always call and ask to see if there's any stock hanging around! Shoot us a message?

[@Alex-vz2jz]

Day 12 boys How to Modify a Kei Truck. . .

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We're on it

[@Alex-vz2jz]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial You mean it? I waited years on Fitment industry Yt Channel. but it never came to be. It was hinted so i stopped commenting 😭

[@relaxgaming8872]

I’m cheap and poor so I can’t afford suspensions that cost more then my car 😂

[@deadghost50ify]

Cygnus performance Coilovers!!! Apexi coilovers!!! HKS Coil overs!!! Feal coilovers!!!!

[@DiegoGonzalez-ol4wo]

At this point get bags if your spending that much money on coilovers

[@lspeedsl320]

Depends on what you're looking for, not everyone wants to slam their car

[@bg7059]

Silvers are better than BC racing.

[@lucase3047]

None of those brands are actually considered really good. If you're really serious you will look into brands like Nitron, Tractive Suspension, Intrax, MCS, AST etc.

[@tabout7920]

Been running Godspeed coilovers for about 6 months now, they’ve worked great and only run you about $700

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

Nice!!

[@jcubfrmalaska]

but im broke

[@jesters08joker]

How to modify a 6th gen Accord... 😂

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

We'll add it to the list!

[@JonBonazza]

Dont let the youtubers fool you. BC Racing is junk

[@VinRZ]

Dont buy any of these. They garbo. Stop selling us these garbage Martini

[@MartiniWorksOfficial]

How is Fortune Auto Garbage exactly?

[@VinRZ]

@MartiniWorksOfficial where do I start? 1. Imported Taiwanese housing, so we have reduced suspension travel. (BC, feal, and Fortune are all guilty for this, they said their coilovers are designed for lowered ride height. But it's just another way of telling us their coilovers have less than OEM suspension travel -> trash) 2. Rebound biased valving, so in order to get good low speed compression for the platforming we sacrificed a lot of rebound. More rebound = jacking down over bumps. 3. Bad customer experience, it took them 3 months to build me a set of fa510. Some people still didn't get their ots coilovers from their 2023 Thanksgiving sales. 4. High nitrogen precharge that will add harshness to the ride quality. It also increases the stiffness to the already existing spring rates Do you want me to continue?

[@VinRZ]

@@MartiniWorksOfficial You have a GR86 right? Why don't you get some RCE SS-2 then do another video of coilovers? I promise you, the RCE's stuff will change your mind on selling these junks to us.