AC: BC Racing coilovers update review on new rear cartridges

[Loop]

Before reviewing, I just want to say thanks to BC Racing, mainly Pete, for his outstanding customer service and doing things out of his way at times. They will help you until they fix your problem or whatever it may be. Just be patient with them and they will reply back.

Also before reviewing, I just want to say I had tested these new rear shock cartridges for about 2 weeks on many different roads from the worse to the best, street or freeway.

My experience with the old rear shock cartridges created a lot of bounce and harsh ride. Below is my new thoughts on the new rear cartridges which are 20% less valved.

Initial driving impressions: Noticeably less bouncier, comfortable, and street friendlier. You could just tell right off the bat it dampened and rebound how it was suppose to. Instead of having that back crusher feeling where your back felt like it was going to give out. Now it feels like it will absorb the uneven surface and stay planted to the ground without that rear bounce.

Note: The spring rates were not changed and still are the 7k/7k.

Dampening/Rebound: I have tried various dampening settings; and out of all the settings, I liked 16F and 20R the best. When using a lower dampening(0-10) settings it dampened good/okay and did its job, but when having it so low, the stiffness/rebound kicks in so fast that its creating harsh ride at times. Using a very high dampening/rebound(24+) setting is just too stiff for the car in my opinion and is only meant for great roads(track or autocross). Its so stiff that I don't believe the car can handle it as the Altima is not a rigid car to begin with. Use with caution. With that all being said, I recommend using a dampening setting in between 12-22 with the dampening higher in the rears until you find your likings, everyone has their own preference.

Overall driving impressions: Overall I am satisfied with the coilovers. This is the way they should of came from the factory. The new rear shock cartridges are 20% less valved and now feels more balance with the front.

For those who don't know, I had the Tein SS coilovers for my Altima coupe as well. So if I were to compare the BC Racing with the Tein SS. I would say they are just as up to par with the Tein's, but I still feel the Tein's are a slight better when it comes to street friendly. But the BC Racing just has a few features that I liked over the Tein's especially the front pillow ball mount, top mounts, and the fully adjustable height adjustment, and its less expensive. I have said this before, BC Racing best bang for your buck coilovers.

New buyers, I recommend requesting your rear shock cartridges to be 20% less valved. I am not sure if they will be in the new production. They will be gladly to customize your coilovers to your likings though but is limited to what you can choose from i.e. spring rate and valving.

I may have left some information out since I did this review quick since it was such long due. I thank everyone for their patience for those who were interested. If anyone has questions or concerns feel free to post here or PM me.

Thanks

[nogears909]

Great to hear! been waiting for this! thanks for the update Loop!!

[Loop]

Not a problem. Its rewarding when doing reviews and helping out the community. Almost feels like you are giving donations for whatever reason.

[downedzephyr]

so for those who already own the BC Racing coils, will we be able to order the new shock cartridges?

[Loop]

Email BC Racing about your situation and attach this thread. They should be able to help you out.

[nogears909]

so when i eventually ordere and bring up the 20% less valved will they tell me if thats already been done for new orders? i dont want them to have the 20% less ones there then get them another 20% less off that

[Loop]

I believe they will still be the originial rear stock cartridges. I would email them to make sure and get the part # for the 20% less valved rear cartridges, also attaching this thread with the email will help them as well. Let us know what they say =)

[nogears909]

thanks for the quick replys and help loop, much appreciated

[D-Roll]

Great info!

[nogears909]

for those of you considering buying these in the future, I emailed Pete at BC Racing about this since i am ordering coilovers next week and got this response

"Our current model is valved softer and the spring rates offered are recommended for a comfortable ride with spirited driving."

so i guess the new ones will come with the softer valved shocks

[ea_da_king]

for those of you considering buying these in the future, I emailed Pete at BC Racing about this since i am ordering coilovers next week and got this response

"Our current model is valved softer and the spring rates offered are recommended for a comfortable ride with spirited driving."

so i guess the new ones will come with the softer valved shocks

Men I want these!!! Where are purchasing them from? Or does anybody know the cheapest place for purchase?

[nogears909]

so far the cheapest i found is Circuit Motorsports for $975 shipped in the US, im ordering mine in a week, i cant wait

[2010alticoupe]

so far the cheapest i found is Circuit Motorsports for $975 shipped in the US, im ordering mine in a week, i cant wait

900 shipped for me

[ea_da_king]

so far the cheapest i found is Circuit Motorsports for $975 shipped in the US, im ordering mine in a week, i cant wait

900 shipped for me

WTH?!? Where @? Lol...

[ea_da_king]

so far the cheapest i found is Circuit Motorsports for $975 shipped in the US, im ordering mine in a week, i cant wait

900 shipped for me

975 sounds good but 900 sounds great!!! Where @ for 900? lol

[nogears909]

ya where is it for $900?!!?

[incREDibL3]

900$ for BC coils .... i need to kno where you got those !

[nogears909]

lil update, not sure the rears come with the revalved rears. got mine installed this past weekend and the rear is very bouncy. But i still have a few things to try first such as redoing the preload with a bit more preload, going to try raising it a bit, and going to try adjusting the dampening more as im currently only on 8F/10R

[PHENOMenalVinyl]

Email BC Racing about your situation and attach this thread. They should be able to help you out.

Will do I need to talk to them since my one spring up front is making some noise.

[Ricko]

Got mine for $980 from SDtint in San Diego. Really kool guys. If your local I would suggest going there.

http://www.sdmotorsports.com/

http://www.sdtint.com/

[2010alticoupe]

WTH?!? Where @? Lol...[/quote]
Just send me a private message and I'll give you the contact info.also, to Anyone who's interested in southern Cali

[nismo2010]

I have a set of rear cartridges for sale if anyone is interested. Its 20% less valved as talked about in this thread.

fs-brand-new-2007-altima-bc-racing-rear ... 39804.html

[SanoSuKe]

Old thread bump. So the new rear cartridges come with BC coils now or we still have to ask for it?

and since we're here, where's the best place to buy BC's these days?