BC Racing BR Series VS Tein Flex Z Coilovers
If you are looking to buy coilovers, no doubt you’re looking at either the BC Racing BR Series or the TEIN Flex Z, or more likely, both. These two are some of the most popular coilover kits on the market…
If you are looking to buy coilovers, no doubt you’re looking at either the BC Racing BR Series or the TEIN Flex Z, or more likely, both. These two are some of the most popular coilover kits on the market…
If you are looking to buy new coilovers, there are two main types of shocks you will come across: Twin tube and monotube shocks. In this blog post I will cover what the difference between twin tube and monotube shocks…
If you are looking to lower your daily driver and maybe even improve its handling, coilovers are an excellent option. They give you the ability to adjust the ride height to exactly how you want it, and many even let…
If you are looking into coilover kits, you can’t miss the name BC Racing. Since being founded in 1999, they have risen to massive popularity and have become the go to brand for coilovers for many car enthusiasts. The question…
The Nissan 350z one of the most famous Japanese tuner cars ever, widely popular for it’s 3.5L 300hp engine from stock, huge amount of aftermarket parts, relatively cheap price and great performance. It’s also one of my personal all-time favourite…
Choosing the right coilovers for your car is like picking the best shoes for a specific activity. Just like you wouldn’t put on hiking boots for a marathon, you should pick coilovers that match your car’s usage and performance needs.…
Are you looking to buy coilovers for your BMW E30? The BMW E30 is an incredibly popular car, considered by many to be one of the best cars ever made. Having a long and successful history in Motorsport which continues…
In this video I will show you how to do a basic engine oil and filter change. In the video I do it on my Nissan 300ZX Z32, but this same process applies to any car. Parts you need: Correct…
If you have been considering upgrading the suspension on your car, you’ve no doubt heard the term “coilovers”. Coilovers are one of the most popular modifications done to cars, both for aesthetic and performance reasons. But what exactly are they,…
In this video I show you how to loosen and tighten the serpentine belt for the alternator on a Honda Civic EF with D15 engine. The procedure should be the same for most Hondas of this era including CRX, Integra…
If you are looking for good value for money lightweight wheels, you’ve probably heard about Forgestar. From Nissan GTR to Porsche owners, Forgestar has got everyone’s attention for producing some very affordable lightweight wheels as well as making some very…
If you are looking for baller wheels to make your car really stand out, you’ve probably come across Savini. Savini specialize in making extremely flashy wheels with intricate designs in all kinds of finishes. But the question is, are they…
If you are looking for concave style wheels you’ve probably come across Ferrada. They offer some very attractive looking wheels in some rather eye catching colors. However, are they actually any good? In this blog I’m going to cover Ferrada…
Avid.1. ADIV1? AVD1? Rep wheel companies seem to be getting more and more brazen with their names, getting real close to real brand names they are trying to replicate. We has 885 (copying BBS), and now we have Avid.1. I’m…
If you are looking for lightweight performance wheels, perhaps you’ve come across the name Weds or WedsSports. Weds are one of the oldest wheel manufacturers around, but despite this they are not that big in America. Why is this, and…
If you are looking for forged wheels you’ve probably come across Titan7. Titan7 have been getting attention by selling forged wheels for significantly lower prices than any other wheel company. But how are they able to make forged wheels so…
Rohana is a name that you hear more and more when it comes to wheels but not many people actually know much about them. They make a wide range of eye-catching wheels from cast to multi-piece forged, for pretty good…
If you are looking into a new wheel and tyre setup for your car, you may have come across “staggered” wheels. Many people install staggered wheel setups on their cars, but don’t exactly understand what the pros and cons of…
If you are wanting to buy high end looking wheels you’ve probably come across Niche wheels. Niche sell a very wide range of wheels designed to suit everything from supercars to SUVs. What makes them even more attractive is that…
There seems to be no shortage of brands making cheap wheels that look amazing similar to more expensive, popular wheels these days. Among that list is a brand called JNC, who sell of a wide range of very low cost…
When it comes to lightweight performance wheels, there is a brand that seems to have been forgotten about over the last several years. Despite being fairly popular in the early 2000s, Motegi Racing kind of “disappeared”, and many people forgot…
If you’ve gone to install your new wheels and noticed that they don’t sit properly on the hub, you probably need hubcentric rings. Not having hubcentric rings can cause vibrations, make installing your wheels difficult, and increase the chances that…
There are few topics in the car world that are as debated as wheel spacers. Bring up wheel spacers on a car forum or at a meet and you will be met with strong comments both for and against using…
Weight is one of the main topics that comes up when discussing wheels. On practically every car forum you’ll find people on both sides of the debate arguing furiously about whether wheel weight really matters or not. In this…
If you are looking at custom 3 piece wheels, there’s a company making some very eye catching designs that probably got your attention. Heritage Wheels. Heritage Wheels offer a wide range of unique, custom multi piece wheels that really stand…
If you have been involved with cars at all you will have no doubt heard about HRE. HRE is one of the most famous wheel companies in the world and is considered one of the top American wheel manufacturers. They…
There seems to be no shortage of wheel companies with random, hard to pronounce names these days. However, in the case of Varrstoen, it seems that there is one less of those companies. What exactly happened to Varrstoen, and are…
If you have a high end luxury or sports car and are looking for new wheels, you’ve probably come across the name Vorsteiner. Vorsteiner make some very interesting and unique wheels for a range of high end cars. But what…
If you are looking for performance wheels, there are a couple of wheel brands that stand out. One of them is Advan Racing. Found on many race cars, especially in Japan, Advan is a popular choice for many when it…
There’s a wheel company that came out of nowhere a few years ago and quickly grew in popularity for selling affordable wheels that are very durable and look great. Cosmis Racing. You may be looking at a set of Cosmis…
If you are looking at wheels for your car, particularly if you want something specific, flashy and expensive, you’ve no doubt come across terms like split rims, multi-piece, 3-piece or others. They often come in crazy designs, amazing colors and…
If you are into Euros, chances are you’ve seen a wheel brand with interesting designs and a weird name that no one knows the meaning of. 3SDM. 3SDM is a relatively new wheel company that makes interesting wheels that have…
If you are looking for forged wheels but can’t afford to pay the very high price tags that many forged wheel companies ask, you may be looking at BC Forged. BC Forged offer custom made forged wheels for significantly less…
Fifteen52 is a wheel company that has risen to fame in the last couple of years. Seemingly coming out of nowhere, they were all of a sudden making wheels for Ken Block, Magnus Walker and more. Who are Fifteen52, and…
If you’ve been looking into performance wheels, you’ve probably come across the name Apex. Apex wheels have been growing more and more popular of the last few years, expanding their wheel range and making wheels for an increasing number of…
If you are looking for custom forged wheels, there is a name that is not quite as popular as some of the other well known brands in the industry. I’m talking about CCW, a custom forged wheel manufacturer from the…
When talking about wheels, there are a few brands that absolutely everyone has heard of and knows they are good. Work is one of those brands. No matter who you speak to, they will have heard of Work, and if…
You have no doubt noticed strange markings on your wheels with random letters like JWL or VIA, or even shiny stickers with JAWA or similar. What do these mysterious letters actually mean? In this post, I’m going to explain exactly…
Volk Racing is one of the most well-known and highly regarded wheel brands on the planet. Their wheels are instantly recognizable, turning heads and garnering respect no matter where you go. But just what makes them so good? Are they…
Among the countless wheel brands around today, there are a few “OGs” who have been around since the beginning. SSR is one of these. They have been around since the early days of tuning and were one of the first…
Every single car enthusiast on the planet knowns about BBS. They are one of the biggest brands in the car industry, and we all know they make good wheels. But just how good are their wheels really? Are they really…
Rotiform is a name that practically everyone who is into cars will have heard over the last couple of years. They came out of nowhere and quickly grew into one of the biggest wheels brands on the planet. However, not…
If you have been looking at cheaper options for classic wheels you will no doubt have come across ESM. ESM make a wide range of replica wheels, specifically of old school German wheels such as BBS and Borbet. They have…
There are probably few wheel brands out there that have cause more controversy over the years than Rota. No matter where you go, if you mention the name Rota you will immediately get lectured on just how bad they are,…
If you’ve been looking to buy wheels, you’ve no doubt heard the name Konig. One of the biggest names in the wheel industry, Konig has been around forever and produces a huge range of wheels. But, just how good are…
If you want to stir controversy on your car forum or group, mention XXR. These wheels are one of the most debated on earth, with people flinging comments and insults about them left and right. Despite this, you will see…
As far as wheels go, there’s no way that anyone who has spent any time in the car world hasn’t heard of TSW. They have been around forever, and you are likely to see their wheels at any car event…
If you are shopping for new wheels, you’ve no doubt come across a range of terms describing the different types of wheels. There are so many different terms used to describe wheels and how they are made that it can…
If you are looking for high end wheels, Vossen is no doubt a name you have come across. Vossen has been making a name for themselves, especially in recent years, with some very impressive wheel designs and some of the…
If you have spent any time in the car world at all, watched almost any motorsport or looked at buying wheels, you will have heard the name Enkei. Enkei are one of the biggest wheel manufacturers on the planet, producing…
In the sea of new wheel brands popping up each year, it can be very hard to tell who makes quality wheels and who is just selling cheap rebranded knock offs. Kansei is a wheel company that popped up out…
If you’ve been involved in the car modifying world at all within the last few years, you will definitely have come across the concept of stretched tyres. While some people consider this mod essential, others think it’s stupid. What exactly…
There is definitely no shortage of supply when it comes to cheap wheels these days, with new brands popping up left right and center. AodHan is one of these brands that has entered the wheel market in the last couple…
If you are looking to buy new wheels for your German car, chances are you want to stick to German wheel brands. German parts are known for their high precision and production quality, and that is no exception when it…
If you are looking to get new wheels for your car, you may be wondering how to tell if the new wheels are going to fit. There are a number of things you need to look for to determine if…
Are you looking to upgrade the wheels on your 5×100 car? A number of popular cars have the 5×100 bolt pattern including VWs and Audis, the Toyota 86, Subarus and more. Despite this, 5×100 wheels are not as common as…
If you’ve been looking around at aftermarket wheels, you’ve no doubt heard the term “mag wheel”. What exactly is a mag wheel and why is the term used so often? In this post, I will explain what a mag wheel…
The Nissan 350Z is an incredibly popular car among car enthusiasts, so much so that you are more likely to find one that has been modified than one that hasn’t. Wheels are one of the most common modifications done to…
ESR wheels used to get a lot of hate and became synonymous with “fake” wheels. They were considered cheap and rubbish, and if you ran them on your car you were thought to be putting children’s lives at risk, because…
5×114.3 is an incredibly popular wheel bolt pattern. In fact, it’s the most common bolt pattern in the world, with the majority of 5 stud Japanese cars using it and even some Ferrari’s! What’s good about this is that there…
If you’ve been looking to buy new wheels for your car, you’ve no doubt come across the terms “rep”, “replica” or “fake”. What does this mean? How can a wheel be fake? In this guide, I’m going to explain exactly…
If you are looking to buy new wheels for your car, you no doubt know that you need to select the right size in order for them to be able to fit on the car. Most people understand how the…
15×7 is an incredibly popular wheel size for many cars. Found on a wide range of 80s and 90s cars including Honda Civics, Mazda Miatas, BMW E30s, Volkswagen Golfs and more, as well as many muscle cars, the 15×7 wheel…
When it comes to cars, wheels are easily the most popular modification. Even people who are not necessarily into the modified car scene will upgrade the wheels on their car, because they understand what an effect it can have. There…
If you own an American car and you are looking to install coilovers, no doubt you’ve heard the name QA1. Whether it’s old school muscle, a truck or something newer like a Corvette, QA1 has a range of suspension for…
The 2015 Subaru WRX is a very popular car among car enthusiasts. With its 2 liter turbo boxer engine (or 2.5 liter in the case of the STI), 6 speed transmission and AWD drivetrain, these cars are a fantastic platform…
The Nissan S14 is an incredibly popular car among all corners of the car tuning world from drift to track and even show car builders. If you are looking to get the most out of your S14, installing a good…
Are you looking to get better handling performance out of your TSX while improving its looks by lowering the ride height? Installing coilovers is one of the best modifications you can do to the Acura TSX. In this guide, I’m…
When it comes to budget coilovers, there seems to be no end to the options available. Look up coilovers under $1000 and you will be met with hundreds of results in varying colors with largely the same set of features.…
If you are looking for coilovers for your Subaru, you may have heard of the name FactionFab. FactionFab produce coilovers for Subaru models at what may seem to be too-good-to-be-true prices. So the question is, how good are they really?…
If you are looking to upgrade the suspension on your muscle car, truck or hot rod, you’ve no doubt heard the name Ridetech. Ridetech offer a selection of coilovers for a very wide range American vehicles and have become a…
The 2000 Honda Civic, also known by the chassis code EK, is an extremely popular car among car enthusiasts and tuners. They are light, quick cars that are relatively cheap (though quickly getting more expensive!) with a wide range of…
BMWs are excellent performance cars, and if you are looking to get the most out of your BMW, installing a set of coilovers is one of the best upgrades you can do. No matter whether you drive an E30, E36,…
If you’ve been looking at buying a coilover kit, no doubt you’ve noticed the vast range of options and the pretty significant price differences between some of the different models. You may be wondering, what’s really the difference? And are…
If you’re strapped for cash and looking to buy coilovers, you’ve probably come across the name CXRacing. CXRacing offer incredibly cheap coilovers which can be very tempting if you don’t have the money to spend on a more expensive setup.…
The new Subaru WRX has only recently been released, and if you have picked one up, you are probably eager to modify it and start making it your own. However, because this car is so new, you will quickly find…
Are you looking to improve the look and handling of your Dodge Charger? One of the best modifications you can do is to install a set of coilovers. In this guide, I’m going to cover the benefits of installing coilovers…
Are you looking to get the most out of your C6 Corvette? One of the best performance enhancements you can do to these cars is to install a good set of coilovers. In this post, I’m going to cover the…
The 240sx is one of the most popular cars out there amongst car enthusiasts, famous for its light weight, front engine rear wheel drive setup and huge tuning potential. With that being the case, there are probably more 240sx’s out…
Among the sea of coilover brands out there today, Stance is a name you will see pop up over and over again. They seem to be quite popular and are making a name for themselves. However, are their coilovers actually…
The Scion tC is not exactly a sports car, despite the fact that is the “spiritual” successor to the Toyota Celica. Even so, it is a relatively popular car with tuners and car enthusiasts and is a common sight at…
The Nissan Silvia S13 is an incredibly popular car among car enthusiasts worldwide. It’s lightweight, rear wheel drive platform make it a favourite among drifters, track racers and people looking to have a fun to drive sports car. One of…
If you are looking to make your Mazda RX8 look good and increase its performance, one of the best upgrades you can do is to install a set of coilovers. While Mazda did design the RX8 to perform well from…
Are you looking to upgrade the suspension on your Ford Mustang? No matter whether you drive a classic Mustang from the 60s or you have the latest 6th Gen, upgrading to a set of coilovers is going to make a…
Are you looking to lower your Mazdaspeed 3 to improve its looks and handling? Coilovers are one of the best upgrades you can do to these cars. In this blog post, I’m going to cover what you need to know…
Are you looking to lower your Lexus LS430 to make it look good, and maybe even improve its handling? Coilovers are one of the best ways to do this. In this blog post, I’m going to cover the benefits of…
The Acura Integra is an incredibly popular car among car enthusiasts and tuners worldwide. Right out of the factory, these cars were fantastic performers, and we label by several magazines as “the best handling FWD car ever”. However, if you…
The Lexus GS300 is a popular luxury-performance sedan that looks fantastic lowered and can perform really well. If you are looking to get the most out of your GS300, installing a coilover kit is one of the best upgrades you…
If you are looking to get the most out of your Genesis Coupe, whether aesthetically or for performance, coilovers are one of the best upgrades you can do. In this blog post, I’m going to cover the benefits of installing…
Are you looking to get the most out of your Honda S2000? One of the best upgrades you can do on these cars is to install a set of coilovers. In this post, I’m going to give you the benefits…
Are you looking to get the most out of your Evo X? Coilovers are one of the best upgrades you can do to these cars, and in this post I’m going to cover why and which coilovers you should get.…
Are you looking to lower your Infiniti Q50 or improve its handling performance? Whether you are building your Q50 for the street or the track, one of the best ways to do this is to install a set of coilovers.…
Are you looking to lower your MK4 Jetta and improve its handling? One of the best upgrades you can do is to install a set of coilovers. In this guide, I’m going to explain the benefits of installing coilovers on…
The Fox Body Mustang is an incredibly popular platform that was light, nimble and fast, and has loads of potential whether you are looking to drag race, auto cross, or just want a car you can enjoy. One of the…
If you are looking to get the most out of your E90 or E92, one of the best upgrades you can do is to install a set of coilovers. In this blog post, I’m going to give you all you…
Are you looking to get the most performance out of your C5 Corvette? Installing coilovers is one of the best upgrades you can do. In this blog post I’m going to explain all the benefits of doing so and give…
When it comes to the Acura TL, you have a good range of choices for aftermarket parts. Because these cars were popular among car tuners and enthusiasts, there are many aftermarket companies making parts. In this blog post, I’m going…
Are you looking to improve the looks and handling performance of your MK6 Jetta? One of the best ways to do this is to install a set of coilovers. In this guide, I’m going to give you the 6 best…
The Volkswagen Golf Mk6 GTI is a very popular hot hatch that took the good from the Mk5 and improved on it. If you are looking to get the most out of your MK6 GTI, one of the best upgrades…