Lowering kit
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i have found shocks on there own or springs on there own never as a kit. Koni red shocks are availible but im not sure if they are shorter than the standard ones or not.
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When I dropped my Xedos, I ended up using Pi springs with a new set of stock dampers, which worked really well. To clarify, the dampers, shocks, call 'em what you will, aren't shorter - it's the springs that are shorter. I wrote a guide on doing the job here:
http://www.xedos6.co.uk/lowering.html
most of which will apply to an mx-3 as well, the major difference being that the Xedos has a rear strut brace to deal with, the mx-3 doesn't. Which is nice.
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Coilover kit from company in the uk called POTN, but they probably import it:
EVO-I - They sell evo I but call them for a price
EVO-III - Cobra Coilovers MAZDA MX-3 1,6/1,8-V6 (65-98 KW) (1991-) Lower Front(30-60) Lower Rear(30-50) (SF-4608) NEW!
POTN Price: £1,150.67 inc VAThttp://www.potn.co.uk/p1269245.htm
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SPRINGS
Cobra Lowering Springs MAZDA MX3 1,6 Type(EC) (1991-) Spring Set Lowers By (35MM) (4609)… £129.16
Cobra Lowering Springs MAZDA MX3 1,6 Type(EC) (1991-) Spring Set Lowers By (45/35) (4627)... £129.16
Cobra Lowering Springs MAZDA MX3 1,8-V6 Type(EC) (1991-) Spring Set Lowers By (40MM) (4609)... £129.16
Gmax Mazda Mx3 1.6I/16V/1.8I/V6 24V 10.91> lowers by 40mm Spring Kit (30 MA 07)... £89.99
PI Spring Kit Mazda MX3 1.6i,1.8i,16v,V6 24v EC 91> Lowers by 40mm (40-120)... £107.99
Spax Lowering Springs Mazda MX3 1.6i/16V/1.8i/V6 24V 10/91- Lowers by:40 (S022021)... £94.99
H AND R MAZDA SPRING KIT - LOWERING: 45MM - 29881
To fit model - MX3 - Type EC (1991 onwards) £ 153.99SPAX MAZDA TYPE EC SPRING KIT - LOWERING: 40MM - S022021
To fit model - MX3 1.6i/16V/1.8i/V6 24V (1991 onwards) £ 97.99
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i dont really want to spend £1000 on my suspension that seems too expensive, i found KYB shocks on www.fordprobestore.co.uk but they still come in at £250 a pair, i.e front + rears £500. then still need springs on top another £100+
its quite expensive, my fiesta suspension cost £150 for 4 shocks and spring -35mm. That kit came with shorter shocks than standard, cos otherwise the standard shock would be trying to push up on a shorter spring which would surely wear the shock out quicker. thats what i thought any way.
looks like its time to save again tho, whith the price of any of the kits!!!
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this is my problem, I have had 40 mm lowering springs on for ages and the back end looks the same height now as the shocks are fucked. Does anyone know where to get a full set?? 500 quid for shocks alone seems a little steep you can get coilovers from the states for $1100 thats only 600 quid.
Surely someone must make a full basic spring and shock set for the car!
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look up ground control they do adj coilovers and performance shocks for dirt cheap!
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found these on ground control site, its in america but looks cool!!
http://www.ground-control-store.com/products/description.php/II=31
they convert normal shocks to sort of 'coil overs' ie adjustable ride height!!!
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best of luck with em! i know they also do sell different lenght coilovers and shocks
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@33e076f0b7=wilko33:
this is my problem, I have had 40 mm lowering springs on for ages and the back end looks the same height now as the shocks are fucked. Does anyone know where to get a full set?? 500 quid for shocks alone seems a little steep you can get coilovers from the states for $1100 thats only 600 quid.
Surely someone must make a full basic spring and shock set for the car!
g-max do shocks i think cant remember but check demon tweaks.
you got a link for the yanky coillys?
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@3ecacd1b3c=jamesmx3:
i dont really want to spend £1000 on my suspension that seems too expensive
The £1,150 price was for the 'EVO III' coilovers 'with Height and damping adjustment with adjustments for both compression and rebound'
They also sell the 'EVO I coilovers that only have height adjustment, which has got to be a good bit cheaper.
But they dont have a price on the website, it just says to call them for a price.
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http://www.europerformance.co.uk/pages/products/product_info.mhtml?id=441323
Front Koni Special Shock Absorber (Red) : Mcpherson Strut Cartridge (Insert)
Type: Insert
The Red Koni Special is designed for drivers who want to improve their car's handling. These dampers provide improved comfort and road holding plus a higher level of safety. Each shock absorber is customised for the specific car model. These Special shocks are the best choice for replacement as well as improvement.
Key Features of Koni Red (Special Shock Absorber)Twin Tube Hydraulic Design
Body Style: Mcpherson Strut Cartridge
Adjustment Type: Standard
Car fitment
Mazda MX-3 / Eunos 30X ; 91-98Additional Notes:
Original struts only. Special McPherson insert for original sealed struts only. The original strut needs to be cut at the top to remove the old insert and this new insert needs to be bolted in.
Delivery Costs: First Unit £7.95 Any Additional Units Are Priced At £2 EachFor a full set of 4 shocks its about £400
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@299390c4f6=jamesmx3:
found these on ground control site, its in america but looks cool!!
http://www.ground-control-store.com/products/description.php/II=31
they convert normal shocks to sort of 'coil overs' ie adjustable ride height!!!
does anyone know of a UK source for these?? not sure if they would work as well with normal shocks going that low but they seem to get a good write up from the US. not sure about importing something that heavy though.
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i have just recieved a quote fot the escort ZX2 tokico shocks posted from the USA for $310. I have just replied asking about getting the springs and top bearings.
the ZX2s have a 22mm piston(?) whereas the mx3 is 19mm, this means getting new bearins for the fronts and drilling the mount out to 22mm. the price seems very good to me if i can get it all for less than $500 i'll be well pleased.
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nice one! hope the tax nazis dont hit you too hard! Though can't see it going over $500. What springs you running with?
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i'll try to get them to put on that its a gift then no tax! :D
not sure yet on the springs, the eibach ones are expensive for the zx2, around £200 delivered i'm not sure whether i'd be able to get mx3 ones overhere and then i would save on postage. but its wether they would fit the zx2 shocks??
i have seen some 'megan' ones on ebay for $150 delivered made to fit the zx2, but they are not progressive rate springs.
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what a gift that would be! Yea eibach make great but a bit expensive springs (my bros 323f ba handling is awesome on them). Though I like the aesthetics of a bigger drop than that. Not sure about whether the springs interchange, im sure it'll be amongst the mx-3.com quagmire somewhere!
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after a bit more research…
The mx3 H&R springs will work well with the zx2 tokicos at a 40mm, and at £150 are cheaper as getting the eibachs from usa. Also the H&R gold plated ones will fit but at over a grand i think i'll let somebody else have them!!
the shocks will give a 1/4" - 1/2" drop on their own as they are shorter than the mx3 oem ones. so ill be looking at a 46-52mm drop depending on the length of the shocks. not bad for £300ish.
the strut bearings from ford USA are $80 each which can be ordered through the same company as i linked. I posted in the want to buy forum on mx-3.com to see if i can get somebody to send me some over for a bit cheaper!
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just to let you know im hopefully getting a set of coilovers from dubai coz my boss gets carparts from there ill update you on the price and how many i can get as soon as i can ps. my boss is flying there tomorro so should find out soon
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oh yea?! What make?
