Since we have the NA, NB, NC (aka Ford), and ND on the market today which flavor would your car be??
Hi guys, I think of replacing shocks on my Miata. I think of getting KYB, but these guys have got contraversory reviews. Also, do I have to get shock mounts separately? Any advice from y'all experience is appreciated! Thanx in advane J
Since we have the NA, NB, NC (aka Ford), and ND on the market today which flavor would your car be??
BTW - In my limited Experience KYB's aren't bad. Heck any new shock beats a worn out leaking shock every time.
What are your goals with the shock?
For just street driving it’s hard to beat Bilstein for the money. For competition on a budget I would look at some custom Bilstein or Koni.
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I assume that you are looking for lower end shocks, not $3,000-$5,000 double adjustable shocks.
Last edited by Robert; 12-21-2016 at 10:49 AM.
Lots of questions to answer. As asked above, what year is your car? Are you planning to change springs too? What are your goals for your car?
I've got a set of new MCS double adjustable non-remotes I bought for my car, but never installed them. $2500. These were $3350 from MCS.
Jason McDaniel
LMAO @ Jason, guy is in here asking about autozone shocks and you come in here throwing down some race car stuff. Solid brag...
1997 Miata - Weekend\Autox Car
1994 Mustang Cobra - Garage Shelf
2012 Mazda 3 - Daily
Yeah youre right, I am not a racer, and want something reliable for average (yet aggressive) drive. I also checked on Bilsteins yesterday, and they seem to be fine to me.
It's NC, 2007, 2.0 L. Springs seem to be fine, and I will keep these for now. As I said, I needed somethin for average drive (not racing or something).
I've got a set of yellow Bilstein Sport shocks from my 2015 NC, $200. They have 15K miles on them, one season of autocross.
I don't know about shock mounts. Maybe go with new OEMs? You should replace your bump stops too.
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^Those Bilsteins would be a nice upgrade for your '07.
What do you mean by 'shock mounts'?
I assume he's talking about top hats.
I agree that those Bilsteins would be ideal for his 07. Pair them with new bump stops and some FM springs.
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Mick wrote: "I think Jerrett is the best autocrosser I have ever seen naked."
I see no reason to change top hats unless the OP wants more camber.