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hyper
09-23-2011, 08:09 PM
Do any of you guys recommend buying used coil overs? And if so, what should I look out for when inspecting them?

SAVAGEcorpsman
09-23-2011, 09:21 PM
Don't do it

jbenosa
09-23-2011, 09:36 PM
i bought my buddy clubs racing spec used, then had mueller work on my suspension to dial it in. they didn't mention anything about it being destroyed so i don't see anything wrong w/ buying used coilovers.

SAVAGEcorpsman
09-23-2011, 09:37 PM
I did it and now I am actually looking for v3's instead...

hyper
09-24-2011, 06:39 AM
The ones I'm looking at are used Muellerized Jics for the Evo X

sXe805
06-17-2012, 09:32 PM
I got used ones, they worked perfect and i never had problems with them. However i did sale the car a couple days ago. and the KW V3 coils are for sale!

luisMR2105
06-17-2012, 10:02 PM
@ sxe805. how much for ur used V3??

TJHDSM
07-15-2012, 12:41 PM
As long as you can personally inspect them and the owner has records of purchase to confirm mileage I don't see it as an issue. I bought some JICs for my G37 that way and had no problems, sold them later for KWs.

evoxdrew91
07-16-2012, 06:17 AM
Someone hit me up with use coilovers there sellin 310 775 38 41

Bugoy72011
10-16-2012, 10:15 PM
anybody selling coilover for evo x.used preferred.pls comtact me L.A area 209 996-1743

muddyIX
10-16-2012, 10:49 PM
i bought used buddy clubs for my ix with i dont know how many miles and they werent blown or damaged, they worked great

but for my evo x i just bought new ones because i couldnt find any good deals on used and i couldnt wait any longer haha

jo3y
10-16-2012, 11:29 PM
anybody selling coilover for evo x.used preferred.pls comtact me L.A area 209 996-1743
post a WTB thread if yur looking for parts dude. O0

Bugoy72011
10-17-2012, 09:23 AM
ok.Thanks jo3y.

Jdm9
10-17-2012, 09:53 AM
I've purchased used coils for my previous cars and never had any issues. Just make sure you check them personally or if your not mechanically inclined have someone who is go with you.

jo3y
10-17-2012, 10:35 AM
ok.Thanks jo3y.
noooproblemmm O0

icyshark
01-17-2013, 07:11 PM
There is nothing wrong with buying used coilovers as long as they were not slammed and not driven hard with a lot of miles.

ericroan
02-01-2013, 05:37 PM
check for leaks!!!

raygrant
03-24-2013, 12:52 PM
Don't do it

nechronius
03-24-2013, 05:36 PM
Don't do it


Being new to the forum doesn't mean posting half a dozen posts with vague, single word or short phrase responses. Surely you can articulate better sentences if you put a little more effort into it.

gr8dc2b
03-30-2013, 11:26 PM
Talk to Gilbert at Massimo Power. He'll tell you what to look for. If you buy a set of used coils, have Gilbert tune them. You will not be disappointed.

GokuSSJ4
03-31-2013, 03:03 AM
Talk to Gilbert at Massimo Power. He'll tell you what to look for. If you buy a set of used coils, have Gilbert tune them. You will not be disappointed.
tune them??? you mean adjustments????
if you purchase a used set, you're expose to limitations and settings that have been already determine.. Also, please notice the date this topic was create it; which has been more than a few months...

gr8dc2b
03-31-2013, 10:11 AM
Also, please notice the date this topic was create it; which has been more than a few months...

...But the last date of posting on this topic was 3/25/2013...not that long ago...the limitations and settings of the coil can dependent on the manufacturer's settings and the alignment/ suspension expert that puts them on and manipulates them. If the coil is used, of course, one can be limited because of the variable use and abuse from the previous owner's coilover care (praying that the coil was not blown and/ or the coilover is not worn to its last life - then again, it could be rebuilt to one's own personal specs lol). But heck, everyone has their two cents...what works for one may not work for another...

GokuSSJ4
03-31-2013, 05:25 PM
Original post was done on 09/23/2011
but anyways.
You're absolutely right as far as choices, rebuilds and alignment settings. However with nowadays if you happen to be on a budget you have plenty of options.

Imo I rather buy something to my specs, then expect for things to be ok when you purchase used items.
Of course not everyone thinks alike and just my .02 cents.

thekhmer
03-31-2013, 05:32 PM
anyone wanna buy my mullerized jic? im looking to upgrade to a diff set
but as mine is getting built i would need stock shocks + lowering springs as a trade with it..no way im staying stock height.

HMatt
03-31-2013, 06:39 PM
To add my .02 to the necro post whoring, I wouldn't buy JICs these days unless you knew for a fact they were like brand new. Since JIC went under and you can't get parts to rebuild them anymore...

GokuSSJ4
03-31-2013, 07:17 PM
That's one of many things that can go wrong with a used set.
Still stand by my statement about use parts. Suspension being one of them.

Unless you obtain the proper support and somewhat of a warranty behind the product.

thekhmer
04-01-2013, 02:11 AM
but as far as replacing seals and oil its pretty generic stuff you can use ?

davey111483
04-01-2013, 03:08 PM
how much does a rebuild cost?

artinist
04-01-2013, 04:29 PM
if you buy megan coilovers for a good price, they are good with their support for replacment parts. the cartridge are about $100 each and replacement boots which deteriorate over time are $9 each.

Rob Daman
04-01-2013, 10:06 PM
To add my .02 to the necro post whoring, I wouldn't buy JICs these days unless you knew for a fact they were like brand new. Since JIC went under and you can't get parts to rebuild them anymore...

Jic Japan is gone but USA operations are still strong in Alhambra. I'm sure they can rebuild them.

HMatt
04-02-2013, 04:40 AM
Jic Japan is gone but USA operations are still strong in Alhambra. I'm sure they can rebuild them.

That doesn't make any sense... The main company is gone but a subsidiary is still good? Sounds like someone is just selling off whatever stock they have left in the warehouse before closing up shop.

All I know is a month or two ago, I asked Mullerized if they could rebuild and adjust a set of JICs I was thinking of buying from another member. The answer was no because they couldn't get parts for them. I would think if they could just drive down the road to Alhambra to get parts, they would be able to do it.

Rob Daman
04-02-2013, 12:49 PM
I met the owner. They got some USA made versions coming out.

Their website shows rebuild rates so I'd assume they would have spare parts for the Japan version.



That doesn't make any sense... The main company is gone but a subsidiary is still good? Sounds like someone is just selling off whatever stock they have left in the warehouse before closing up shop.

All I know is a month or two ago, I asked Mullerized if they could rebuild and adjust a set of JICs I was thinking of buying from another member. The answer was no because they couldn't get parts for them. I would think if they could just drive down the road to Alhambra to get parts, they would be able to do it.

genoks
04-08-2013, 01:33 PM
i bought a set of JIC's with 80k miles for cheap, and they work just fine, had it inspected for leaks before installing.

Crom
07-22-2013, 10:03 PM
swapping coils soon... changing out the H&R's for a set of OHlins DFV's...