2014 Mazda 3

[Yatta]

Oh my oh my oh my, she looks gorgeous!!!

By the way, I've been thinking of changing my springs also but I can't decide if I'll change it to just lowering spring or coilovers, what's your good advise master Travs? :what:

If you have the money, coilovers.

[vinrem]

If you have the money, coilovers.

But is it worth it? What will be the effect in out suspensions in the long run?

[Hot Hatch!]

Thanks brah travajante. Peaceful and a bit bullish like this...

[Yatta]

But is it worth it? What will be the effect in out suspensions in the long run?

None. Coilovers especially the good quality ones are serviceable/refurbishable. Kung sawa ka na. Its reversible.

[vinrem]

None. Coilovers especially the good quality ones are serviceable/refurbishable. Kung sawa ka na. Its reversible.

Thanks Sir Yatta!

[travajante]

Oh my oh my oh my, she looks gorgeous!!!

By the way, I've been thinking of changing my springs also but I can't decide if I'll change it to just lowering spring or coilovers, what's your good advise master Travs? :what:

If you plan to track, vinrem sir, go coilovers...they would have dampers built to match the significantly increased springrates on the likely linear springs they come w/. Expect a firmer ride as most coilovers have double the stock springrates. Height & dampening adjustability are a coilover advantage...Cost-wise, they are at least/around 4x the cost of springs. ...

On springs, not all are created equal. Again, the HTechs are of practically the same rates as stock. Linear rated up front & dual on rears to absorb bumps better. As comfy as stock, w/ a mild conservative drop & designed to work w/ stock struts. Should your stock dampers go, there are really good upgrades out there...Koni already has FSDs out for our Ms at around $500.

Which is the better product in general? Good, tried & tested coilovers...esp if you track. Bear in mind that like springs, not all are built alike....& a set of good springs will do you better than bad coilovers.

The wisdom here is to let budget & use dictate your choice. For daily street comfort?....HTechs will give you that, better handling & just the right drop for our roads w/o the cost.....bang for buck.....Ask Geo, Marc & The King....you'll likely hear this chorus: good as advertised.

[travajante]

But is it worth it? What will be the effect in out suspensions in the long run?

Aside from discomfort, firmer suspensions usually contribute to earlier wear of rubber bushes, suspension joints, &.... rattles.

[travajante]

Thanks brah travajante. Peaceful and a bit bullish like this...

Hail to the King!!!

[travajante]

Trav, don't go to the dark side. Happy New Year! :-)

Don't worry, Monty sir....I've always been a neutral, indecisive fence-sitter....hence, the love for shades of grey...Does it really have 50 of those?haha

[Geo_S]

Thanks brah travajante. Peaceful and a bit bullish like this...

Dayummmm!!!! ***y Ava!

[Yatta]

Aside from discomfort, firmer suspensions usually contribute to earlier wear of rubber bushes, suspension joints, &.... rattles.

Its also a given that you also need to change to firmer bushes like PUs, reinforced suspension bits from stock parts. Hindi nagtatapos sa baklas at kabit ng springs at shocks. Also expect more frequent adjustments and visits to the shop for maintenance. Such is the price for looks and performance.

[Hot Hatch!]

Dayummmm!!!! ***y Ava!

Thanks brah! Sylvie's one of the best I have seen. =)

[vinrem]

Its also a given that you also need to change to firmer bushes like PUs, reinforced suspension bits from stock parts. Hindi nagtatapos sa baklas at kabit ng springs at shocks. Also expect more frequent adjustments and visits to the shop for maintenance. Such is the price for looks and performance.

Hmmmm I'm having second thoughts na ah on changing to coilovers hehehe

[chiezee]

Thanks brah travajante. Peaceful and a bit bullish like this...

Ganda talaga ng hatch mo sir. 😍 ano ung nakakabit sa grill mo sir?

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[travajante]

Ganda talaga ng hatch mo sir. 😍 ano ung nakakabit sa grill mo sir?

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RingKing has this Mesh Grille...MazdaSpeed.

[vinrem]

RingKing has this Mesh Grille...MazdaSpeed.

I want this grill!!!! How much?

[Hot Hatch!]

I want this grill!!!! How much?

Around 4500 Php vinrem if I am not mistaken.

[Hot Hatch!]

Closer look.

[travajante]

Thanks brah! Sylvie's one of the best I have seen. =)

I concur.

Its also a given that you also need to change to firmer bushes like PUs, reinforced suspension bits from stock parts. Hindi nagtatapos sa baklas at kabit ng springs at shocks. Also expect more frequent adjustments and visits to the shop for maintenance. Such is the price for looks and performance.

Hmmmm I'm having second thoughts na ah on changing to coilovers hehehe

I agree w/ Yatta & I understand why you seem to be overwhelmed, vinrem sir.
Been tweaking suspensions for ages. As adjustment options increase, so will a system's complexity....& we haven't touched on camber, caster, swaybar tuning yet.
On Polyurethane parts, true, they're more durable than your standard stock rubber bush, but comfort gets affected as the material's durometer increases. Not only that, PU requires periodic lubrication, otherwise, you'll hear all kinds of unpleasant noises. Besides, notable PU manufacturers, like Powerflex, have yet to come up w/ gen3 M3 upgrades, last I checked. They might still be in development & testing.
Should you opt for coilovers, you might need a good wrench or shop at your disposal for those frequent checks. Even that initial tune to chase that coilover sweetspot is a challenge to do in a few takes. Brand/make familiarity & experience are pluses here. Not all suspension shops know about every make & model. To cite a sample, I had to supply my trusted Hunter equipped alignment shop w/ M3 alignment specs for them to program.
Unless you're up for the adventure, learning curve, tweaking & maintenance, I'd suggest going the simple HTech route, vinrem sir. Way lesser things to worry about.

[vinrem]

Around 4500 Php vinrem if I am not mistaken.

Sir Hot Hatch, where can I buy one? Is it easy to install? Hanap ako ng hanap sa online shop sa China but I can't find one, if wala talaga, I might buy one here and bring it to China hehehehe