C2VXL
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Registered: 25th Apr 02
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Away to buy a set of these, Do they actually lower the rear of the vehicle up to 100mm?
Has anyone got a set of these fitted, if so could you please post a pic. I'd like to get an idea of what they're like?
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corsa120
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Registered: 4th May 02
Location: Northamptonshire
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no they dont but if u run the rear springs on there own u go toa bout 80mm as i have and thats with stripped rear so would be about 90 with all interior in
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ed
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Registered: 10th Sep 03
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I wouldn't get them. They corrode badly and have piss-poor camber adjustment on them.
If you must get FK's, spend the extra few quid and get the Silverlines that are more suited for road use.
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loo_goblin
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Registered: 14th Jul 04
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
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i got silverlines as well as being stainless steel they have loads of anodized parts so less will corrode
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C2VXL
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Registered: 25th Apr 02
Location: Aberdeen.
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ok thanks. Think i'll go for the more expensive option.
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R Lee
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Registered: 15th Aug 03
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Fk's are good if you're on a budget, but you get exactly what you paid for.
They're not amazing quality. Prone to rust and corrosion and have that annoying camber setup.
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jamied
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Registered: 27th Oct 03
Location: Marbella,Spain Drives: C63
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I just ordered my coilovers, heard loads mixed reviews about fk so ended up buyin a spax kit lol
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AdiSRI
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Registered: 1st May 02
Location: Berkshire
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if they get rusty / corroded to the point that you cannot adjust the ride height anymore, in the 3 yr warrenty period, would not FK be required to replace the units, as they can no longer fill the purpose for which they were purchased?
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a_j_mair
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Registered: 23rd Jan 04
Location: Scotland
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^^fair point, not sure they would tho.
mine have been on my car for a year and are getting a bit corroded. only been on the road a couple of months aswell 
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G4RY_JM
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Registered: 22nd Oct 02
Location: Kent. Rimstyle Autodesign Limited
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The thing with coilovers is they were not initially intended for road use, so you do need to look after them well. They need to be cleaned, greased and washed regularly, especially at winter time. Look after them and they will look after you. 
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VegasPhil
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Registered: 16th Jan 05
Location: Fareham, Hants Drives: Octavia VRS
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I rate mine. Plenty of grease. Will take them off again in the future and service them
Corsa 2.0 16v Vegas - Sold
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stuyw
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Registered: 15th May 02
Location: North West Drives: Rev3 MR2 Turbo
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i had to replace one of the front coilover struts as it leaked 
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C2VXL
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Registered: 25th Apr 02
Location: Aberdeen.
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Well, i'm glad i posted this thread. I'm not on a budget, just thought they were at a very good price considering the option of being adjustable.
Could anyone recommend a good setup for myself.
Thanks for the above input.
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RCoughtrie
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Registered: 31st Oct 04
Location: East Ayrshire Scotland
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Give rimstyle an email about fk coilovers
Recently ordered a pair of fk highsport coilovers, and from what they told me fk highsports are getting a revamp, changing the design of the lower strut leg for a better fitment, allowing a better road holding and handling....
a few peeps are now saying the camber adjustment is out the window on the new set and have tackled durability problems
rimstyle get their first batch early march
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Benn
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Registered: 25th Nov 05
Location: Fareham,hants
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i run there rear coilover springs,
if you remove the platform you can get them down near to 100mm,
and havent found my have rusted, all tho i did coppen slip them up,
ben
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kiddy-sean
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Registered: 27th Oct 05
Location: kidderminster "worcstershire" west midz
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were do i get silverlines from???
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Voyto
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Registered: 9th Feb 03
Location: Stafford
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rimstyle
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kiddy-sean
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cheers 
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