Megan coilover or d2 coilover for 06 m35x

[edwin711]

Looking for some advice I'm in the market for some coilovers for my 06 m35x. I've found d2 coilovers for 975 and Megan lp coilovers for 855. Just unsure which to go with. I see alot of threads on here bout these brands but mainly rwd. My car is now on espilar lowering springs. If anyone has any advice I'd apreciate it

[donnieb83]

With a little research, I'm sure you seen that D2's have more dampening adjustibility for a smoother or stiffer ride than the Megans can offer. Another great thing about the D2's is that they are rebuild-able unlike Megan coilovers. Also, D2 offers an air bag suspension setup to go in conjunction with their coilovers. I've had my D2 coilovers for awhile now doing several adjustments and love them to say the least but see myself going to air, if I keep this car. Either way, I would say to D2's....I got my D2's for about $900 through an awesome member on here called the bodyguard. Shoot him a PM.

[06M4.5]

D2 Racing are also true coilovers, unlike Megan and others.

[edwin711]

Thanks for the response. I will pm bodyguard.

[Ilya]

Is D2 better than BC?

I'm in the market as well for this spring (finally going to do it I think), and they are about the same price as BC Racing.

So...what are the pro's and con's between BC, D2, Megan, K-Sport, etc.?

[The Bodyguard]

Got the PM, working on it for Edwin711.

From what I've heard k sport are Krapp, Megan are sub par quality, BC and D2 are very much similar for our cars so either one of those is great!!

[Ilya]

Got the PM, working on it for Edwin711.

From what I've heard k sport are Krapp, Megan are sub par quality, BC and D2 are very much similar for our cars so either one of those is great!!

Are BC 'true' coilovers as well? I see Freddie mentioned D2's are...whatever that means...

As of right now, I'm planning to buy BC's in a month or two once the weather starts getting better.

EDIT: Sounds like a true coilover would mean the rear springs are thrown out and the perch is left empty and that the strut encompasses the spring. Anyone know if the BC's are true?

For me, it comes down to quality. I don't want some subpar piece of hardware that will break in 30kmi. I need this suspension to run at least another 100k+ as I plan to keep this car a while.

Sorry Edwin if this is hijacking, but I figured you may have the same concerns as me.

[The Bodyguard]

I don't think this is hijacking since it's research on the subject of coilovers...
A true coilover is in fact when the rear spring is tossed and the after market coilovers are one piece just like the front!! Both BC and d2 are true coilovers for our cars!

[Ilya]

I don't think this is hijacking since it's research on the subject of coilovers...
A true coilover is in fact when the rear spring is tossed and the after market coilovers are one piece just like the front!! Both BC and d2 are true coilovers for our cars!

Thank you sir.

The reason why I want true is because it makes the install much easier (IMO) from looking at the rear suspension. I can probably do this myself then.

Regarding installation, for those of us who are planning to buy and have higher mileage (I am about to hit 100k)....is there anything else you recommend being done or do these coilover kits (D2 or BC) come with new strut mounts, etc.?

[The Bodyguard]

These are complete replacement to the stock struts and springs... Easy to install and direct bolt on!! They come preassembled complete. Rear is best adjusted by removing bottom bolt and turning coilover for height adjustment but if you set it at a good setting from the jump you're good... If you're not slamming you car you should be fine with nothing else otherwise I would recommend camber arms (spc/eibach) if dropping more than 2"

[06M4.5]

BC & Megan Racing are not true coilover D2 Racing is

I haven't heard or seen any coilover strut that last 60k miles or more.

[Ilya]

BC & Megan Racing are not true coilover D2 Racing is

I haven't heard or seen any coilover strut that last 60k miles or more.

Are you sure about BC? I saw an image of a Y50 kit (going to confirm with the seller) all assembled and the spring went over the real coilover.

Here is the ones I'm talking about: http://www.ebay.com/itm/321056726475?ss ... 1423.l2649

And that sucks about the 60k bit. That's like 2.5 years for me. What happens then? You have to have your car down for 2 weeks while you ship them off to get repaired or do they send you new ones with a core fee?

[edwin711]

I looked on the bc racing website and didnt see the fitting for the AWD M. Only AWD was the G.

[06M4.5]

Please look at pics at #1 post:

http://www.iscenem.com/forum/threads/52 ... intensive)

Adjustment on D2's is much easier & faster.

[Ilya]

I looked on the bc racing website and didnt see the fitting for the AWD M. Only AWD was the G.

The BR type is V-01 part number.

As for BC, they are NOT a true coilover system (just verified with the EBay seller above).

[06M4.5]

sorry for the late post, look up /\

[Ilya]

So you guys 'swear' by or 'stand' by D2? I've found mixed reviews and information about them being produced in the same factory as K-Sport online.

I don't want an inferior product...

[06M4.5]

They are made in the same factory, D2 being the only true coilovers.

[The Bodyguard]

I've made contact with my seller on the d2 coilovers guys... I'll have final info tomorrow!! Anyone interested in a set post up here or email me at: [email protected]

If you want the hook up?!! If not you can buy on your own...

An excellent vendor for BC racing is dwsparts.com they take care of their customers good!! Check them out!!

[edwin711]

I sent you a email this morning. If you didnt get it you can shoot me a PM. One thing i was wondering is i was looking on there site and saw the lowering springs came with a lifetime warranty. By any chance does anyone know if the coilovers do aswell

[donnieb83]

Here is why a manufacturer can offer a lifetime warranty for lowering springs only. Take Eibach lowering springs for example. They have a one million mile warranty. You get just that, 4 spring coils shorter than OEM. This can and will cause premature wear to your OEM strut due to the fact that your OEM strut can bottom out easier now that the new lowering spring has been installed. So with this setup your OEM struts will wear out/leak before your aftermarket springs will take any damage.

A coilover setup is a lowering spring that is made to the strut with the proper stroke that will not allow it to bottom out as easily. It provides the full adjustability without the strut wearing out prematurely (unlike adding only lowering springs to your OEM strut). You will have warranty for the entire strut and lowering spring with a coilover assembly. Unlike Megans, if they start leaking fluid, they will not be able to be rebuilt.

I love my D2's and have taken it on three 1600 mile trips with no issues. The rears are VERY easy to install. The fronts, not so much as another person will be needed. Something cool to consider about our D2's, is that D2 makes air suspension for our cars also and this can always be added as an option on later.

[edwin711]

Thanks for the helpful information. I have another question. Should I be looking into buying anything else for this purchase like camber kit or anything else from others experience

[06M4.5]

if you set your car really low it's a good idea to add front & rear camber arms in order to get to oem alignment specs.. They do cost $$$

[06M4.5]

I looked on the bc racing website and didnt see the fitting for the AWD M. Only AWD was the G.

The BR type is V-01 part number.

As for BC, they are NOT a true coilover system (just verified with the EBay seller above).

This is what the D2's look like:

[edwin711]

Thanks. Ill look into them. Didn't realize bodyguard answered the question more up. Before I even asked. He Metioned eibach. Ill look into these.

[06M4.5]

I looked on the bc racing website and didnt see the fitting for the AWD M. Only AWD was the G.

The BR type is V-01 part number.

As for BC, they are NOT a true coilover system (just verified with the EBay seller above).

I wouldn't buy coilovers from Ebay

Look for a dealer.

[edwin711]

Bodyguard working something out for me. With one of his people. Guess he's a insider. So ill wait patiently for those. I saw ilyakol posted on a new thread saying he's read about d2 leaking any one have this type of issue. Also said some experienced rough riding. Also I still don't see where it said bc v-01 would work on AWD so I contacted a dealer n there gonna get back to me. I'm pretty much set in d2s unless I find something to change my mind.

[Ilya]

Bodyguard working something out for me. With one of his people. Guess he's a insider. So ill wait patiently for those. I saw ilyakol posted on a new thread saying he's read about d2 leaking any one have this type of issue. Also said some experienced rough riding. Also I still don't see where it said bc v-01 would work on AWD so I contacted a dealer n there gonna get back to me. I'm pretty much set in d2s unless I find something to change my mind.

I think the leaking issues have been worked out with the new 'batches' of D2's (it was an issue with earlier models)...so don't necessarily think because I mentioned that, that they still do that. I did hear that they are a bit more 'sporty' and not as 'soft' as BC's which for me is the #1 goal. I want a soft-as-possible ride and lower look. I don't need it to handle like a race car. That's why I personally decided on the BC's...based on reviews from many different car platforms.

Most people say D2's are very good for their price, so you shouldn't have any issues.

As for V-01. The reason why I say it works with AWD is because if you look at their application list, they separated the G and Gx. They did not do this for the M, so I'm assuming that model is not AWD specific.

[edwin711]

The dealer contacted me back. And he said the Bc Racing V-01 is rwd only.

[Black_Mx]

V-11


http://www.bcec.com.tw/products_app/APP-BR-RS.htm


Still waiting since the end of November for mine to be built and shipped.