Cheap coilovers?

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PMA9217
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Car: 2012 Altima Coupe 2.5 S

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So I'm looking around for something to lower my car and I see these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190696304303?it ... 23&vxp=mtr
on ebay. Does anyone know anything about these? I asked the seller, they are brand DRM racing, apparently a new company.

Message from the seller says : hello. Our kits are from a new company called DRM Racing. we got about 3.5" drop out of our maxima. Rides like a dream now. -minti8184

So, I'm wondering if anyone knows anything about these, and/or if I should consider them over the eibach prokits.

Thanks!


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mattyfo0z
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Car: 2oo8 CVT - 3.5 SE

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those are just sleeves. basically, if you put those on stock struts, you shouldn't expect your struts to last too much longer. in addition, i'm sure the ride would be bouncy as hell. i'm not sure how they would work with koni or a different aftermarket brand strut combo, but if you buy these sleeves and some aftermarket struts you're pretty much in the same ballpark as an actual coilover kit.

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dangeris
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I find it funny that people would actually entertain the installation of inferior products on their car...especially on something crucial like suspension. :tisk: Putting low grade products on your car will only lead you to shelling more $$ out in the future not to mention putting your well being and your passengers wee being at risk. All for what to save a few $$? A decent set of coils will run you at least $1K. The way I see it your have th followig options:

1) Cut your OEM springs (this option might be saferthan buying ebay parts)
2) Purchase quality springs and use your OEM shocks (about $300 but your OEM shocks won't last very long though)
3) Purchase Springs and new Struts/Shocks ( about $800)
4) Purchase a deent set of coils and call i a day.


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