Anyone tried out TC Kline Racing S/A coilovers?

TMc135 · 02-26-2009, 10:03 PM

I am looking at either going with the KW V2's or the TCKR single adjustables. Both of these coilovers are S/A and about the same price and have heard pro's for both setups. Everyone I have seen with TCKRs so far have gotten the more expensive double adjustable (D/A). I am sure they are worth it but can't justify the extra $1k cost to go to a D/A. Looking for any real-world experience with the TCKR S/A's. Thanks.

Mark M · 02-27-2009, 06:54 AM

I have no expereince or coment on the TC Kline setup other than the great things I have hear from other club members in the e46 community.

However, from personal experience, I have the KW Variant 2 on my 135 and love it. Perfect sport feel for street and medium track duty. The car stays very flat through corners while still remaining compliant for the potholes and bumps we are prone to here in the North East. Personally, I am very pleased with my decision for the V2s

For full on track duty, you might want higher spring rates than the V2 has, camber plates, and bigger sway bars.

M3_Dust · 03-22-2009, 01:12 PM

bump. anyone got the TCK's? spring rates?

rcracer_tx · 03-22-2009, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by M3_Dust

bump. anyone got the TCK's? spring rates?

Really interested too as coil overs are on the short list of mods to do...

HP Autosport · 04-03-2009, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by M3_Dust

bump. anyone got the TCK's? spring rates?

Customer can select their own rates or have rates recommended to them.

HP Autosport · 04-03-2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TMc135

I am looking at either going with the KW V2's or the TCKR single adjustables. Both of these coilovers are S/A and about the same price and have heard pro's for both setups. Everyone I have seen with TCKRs so far have gotten the more expensive double adjustable (D/A). I am sure they are worth it but can't justify the extra $1k cost to go to a D/A. Looking for any real-world experience with the TCKR S/A's. Thanks.

TCK S/A coil-overs are Koni struts and dampers made to TC's specs with threaded body and top adjustment knobs, not the ones you must compress the damper to adjust.

TCK's S/A are good for street driving and track duty. The ride will be firm with high rate springs, but not harsh. The adjustability allow you to cater the rebound damping to your liking.

E82tt6 · 04-05-2009, 10:10 AM

Has anyone compared these directly to KW V2s? That's sort of where I am.

Don't think I need the D/A or V3 at this point.

ulrichd · 04-05-2009, 04:28 PM

Here's some info:
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=231377

HP Autosport · 04-06-2009, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by E82tt6

Has anyone compared these directly to KW V2s? That's sort of where I am.

Don't think I need the D/A or V3 at this point.

You simply can not compare the KW V2's to the SA Koni coil-overs from TCK or a custom set from us using Swift springs. The V2 uses a bee hive style spring, which are heavier and are of the incorrect spring rates to make your 135i handle as well as it should.

E82tt6 · 04-06-2009, 01:11 PM

Thanks Harold, appreciate the feedback, and custom spring rates are big for me, as I want to car to ride just so. I love the way my 986 S rides, somewhere in that area or slightly stiffer would be a PERFECT DD for me.

HP Autosport · 04-06-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by E82tt6

Thanks Harold, appreciate the feedback, and custom spring rates are big for me, as I want to car to ride just so. I love the way my 986 S rides, somewhere in that area or slightly stiffer would be a PERFECT DD for me.

Please let us know if you can help you.

E82tt6 · 04-06-2009, 07:47 PM

You have email!

HP Autosport · 04-06-2009, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by E82tt6

You have email!

Replied.

TSiggs · 05-03-2011, 08:37 PM

Bumping this thread in hopes someone can answer my question. Any TC Kline SA owners have to put spacers on the cross braces? My shop put a washer, but it's still very close to the top of the shock and I think it might be rubbing.

HP Autosport · 05-05-2011, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TSiggs

Bumping this thread in hopes someone can answer my question. Any TC Kline SA owners have to put spacers on the cross braces? My shop put a washer, but it's still very close to the top of the shock and I think it might be rubbing.

Add another spacer, take off the braces entirely or use the M3 strut tower brace.

HP Autosport · 02-03-2014, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by aidan530

I know I am reviving a old thread, but I have to know.
So your saying that with the TCK SA kit the stock strut brace is in the way and you have to either remove or shim?

The OE brace may be in the way, it's different from car to car. If the adjustment tip is hitting the OE brace, you will need to either shim the brace up, remove it or install the M3 version of the brace.

andrey_gta · 02-03-2014, 02:38 PM

The user St|G has. PM him he rates them high

TheSt|G · 02-03-2014, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by andrey_gta

The user St|G has. PM him he rates them high

I have the DA kit on my 1er, but my E36 M3 had the SA kit and they were excellent as well. Just had a deal I could not pass up on the DA this time around when I was looking to get the SA.

pj.rodriguez · 02-03-2014, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSt|G

I have the DA kit on my 1er, but my E36 M3 had the SA kit and they were excellent as well. Just had a deal I could not pass up on the DA this time around when I was looking to get the SA.

And I'm sure you don't regret it one bit!

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Mark M Major 240 Rep 1,288 Posts Drives: E30M3 E83X3 E90335D Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA iTrader: (0)	I have no expereince or coment on the TC Kline setup other than the great things I have hear from other club members in the e46 community. However, from personal experience, I have the KW Variant 2 on my 135 and love it. Perfect sport feel for street and medium track duty. The car stays very flat through corners while still remaining compliant for the potholes and bumps we are prone to here in the North East. Personally, I am very pleased with my decision for the V2s For full on track duty, you might want higher spring rates than the V2 has, camber plates, and bigger sway bars.
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E82tt6 Colonel 103 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '08 Black Saphire Z4 MC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Has anyone compared these directly to KW V2s? That's sort of where I am. Don't think I need the D/A or V3 at this point. __________________ '08 Black Saphire/Black Z4 M Coupe RIP Gretta: Blue Water/Lemon 135i. Died to save me. -ChuckV
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ulrichd Colonel 210 Rep 2,233 Posts Drives: 128i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (6)	Here's some info: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=231377
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E82tt6 Colonel 103 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '08 Black Saphire Z4 MC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Thanks Harold, appreciate the feedback, and custom spring rates are big for me, as I want to car to ride just so. I love the way my 986 S rides, somewhere in that area or slightly stiffer would be a PERFECT DD for me. __________________ '08 Black Saphire/Black Z4 M Coupe RIP Gretta: Blue Water/Lemon 135i. Died to save me. -ChuckV
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TSiggs Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 247 Posts Drives: Space Grey 135i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	Bumping this thread in hopes someone can answer my question. Any TC Kline SA owners have to put spacers on the cross braces? My shop put a washer, but it's still very close to the top of the shock and I think it might be rubbing.
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