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hunterv6 · 07-11-2012, 11:24 AM

Okay l got two deals where I can get bc for half the price of new I mean half $475 The guy had them for 5 months and decide he didn't want to install them because he don't want holes in his trunk. The other is for megan also a little under the purchase price around 10%. The question is which one is better and why?

Thanks

Indyblue98 · 07-11-2012, 09:37 PM

For half price it would be hard to pass up the BC in my opinion.
I don't want to do the holes in the trunk either, but my car is really just a DD, so with some research maybe just find the setting needed for street use , set them before install and call it done.
If you decide against the BC , see if you can list them here to let another member get a sweet deal.

LIM3 · 07-11-2012, 09:40 PM

Wait so with all coilovers we have to drill holes in our car ?

Indyblue98 · 07-11-2012, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by LIM3

Wait so with all coilovers we have to drill holes in our car ?

Depends on what brand you choose.

Nessal · 07-11-2012, 10:50 PM

You don't HAVE to drill. But it's more convenient.

So Cal Camaro · 07-11-2012, 11:28 PM

Aren't they the same coilover, just branded different names...looked the same to me when I saw them installed on others camaros...

ss/rs-matt · 07-12-2012, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by So Cal Camaro

Aren't they the same coilover, just branded different names...looked the same to me when I saw them installed on others camaros...

Yes, they are there the same.

Nessal · 07-12-2012, 01:25 AM

Yup they are the same....I believe I've seen Megans go for around $700 bucks.

hunterv6 · 07-12-2012, 12:09 PM

Okay, didnt know they were the same I guess I will buy the bc. I have been reading that bc were all most like pedders in a way but not megan.

hunterv6 · 07-12-2012, 12:31 PM

Here some pic i took with phone two day ago will be picking them up after work

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PfadtRacing · 07-12-2012, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by LIM3

Wait so with all coilovers we have to drill holes in our car ?

Not with ALL brands of coilovers.

We run an inverted shock design with our coilovers which places the adjuster at the bottom of the car. This means you do not have to drill or use an adjuster extension to use our adjusters.

hunterv6 · 07-12-2012, 08:45 PM

Pick them up thank for everyone's input

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TheSuspensionSource · 07-13-2012, 01:22 PM

Keep in mind some manufacturers do not transfer warranties. From talking to various Camaro owners I do not feel as if BC or Megan are the best choice.

ss/rs-matt · 07-13-2012, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSuspensionSource

Keep in mind some manufacturers do not transfer warranties. From talking to various Camaro owners I do not feel as if BC or Megan are the best choice.

That's interesting. I love my Megan coilovers and have yet to find one bad review of Megan or BC coilovers anywhere.

hunterv6 · 07-13-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ss/rs-matt

That's interesting. I love my Megan coilovers and have yet to find one bad review of Megan or BC coilovers anywhere.

Me either and I searched to fine one.

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So Cal Camaro · 07-13-2012, 07:19 PM

I have only heard positive comments from all that have BC's and I have been on GTO forums too, only know one person with Megan and he just put them on....

bkscott · 07-13-2012, 10:36 PM

I would like to know what Camaro owners he talked to who didn't like their BC coilovers also. I am very happy with mine.

Rockit_z28 · 07-14-2012, 07:00 AM

- Because he wants to sell the KW coilovers on his site..

Nessal · 07-14-2012, 01:56 PM

I'm sure the BC/Megan works just fine for most of the masses because they will never see the track. I'm sure they work alright on the track too. But if I was getting into some serious tracking, I would pony up for some Pfadts. I'm happy with my BC coilovers for a daily driver.

caverman · 07-15-2012, 12:33 AM

No issues with my BC's either. Great coilover for daily drivers and limited track use.

Personally I don't see the big deal with putting the holes in the trunk. No one ever sees them and I've never had water or anything come up by the coilover. 2" holes aren't going to weaken he car either. Just my opinion though. I drilled the holes in my trunk with no regrets or issues.

davidcroft · 07-15-2012, 10:54 AM

Do you have to drill holes with the KWs? I have heard lots of positive reviews on KW and they are very respected by the Audi/BMW/MB/VW guys.

hunterv6 · 07-15-2012, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by caverman

No issues with my BC's either. Great coilover for daily drivers and limited track use.

Personally I don't see the big deal with putting the holes in the trunk. No one ever sees them and I've never had water or anything come up by the coilover. 2" holes aren't going to weaken he car either. Just my opinion though. I drilled the holes in my trunk with no regrets or issues.

I don't either the I guy I got them from did. The only racing will be drag and that will be once or twice a month. So by what you said I am okay then. Thats what I wanted someone with either giving a unbias opinion. Thanks

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caverman · 07-16-2012, 09:43 AM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...hlight=setting

Go throught that thread if you haven't seen it yet.

caverman · 07-16-2012, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by davidcroft

Do you have to drill holes with the KWs? I have heard lots of positive reviews on KW and they are very respected by the Audi/BMW/MB/VW guys.

All I'll say is check the pricing on KWs. IMO they aren't in the same price category as BC. If you're going to spend that kind of money on coilovers you need to be looking at the Pfadt's coilovers.

TheSuspensionSource · 07-16-2012, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by davidcroft

Do you have to drill holes with the KWs? I have heard lots of positive reviews on KW and they are very respected by the Audi/BMW/MB/VW guys.

No drilling is required for the KW kits. However the top hats on the Camaro are alil funny.

07-11-2012, 11:24 AM	#1
hunterv6 Always bet on Black Drives: 2011 turbo LS, 2012 f 150, Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Concord Nc Posts: 1,351	Bc or Megan coil overs Okay l got two deals where I can get bc for half the price of new I mean half $475 The guy had them for 5 months and decide he didn't want to install them because he don't want holes in his trunk. The other is for megan also a little under the purchase price around 10%. The question is which one is better and why? Thanks __________________ My Build When speed matter

07-11-2012, 09:40 PM	#3
LIM3 it's mind bottling.. Drives: a visually loud in color camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Best place on earth Posts: 3,872	Wait so with all coilovers we have to drill holes in our car ? __________________

07-11-2012, 11:28 PM	#6
So Cal Camaro So Cal Race Team Drives: 2013 Camaro 1SS/RS/1LE Ashen Grey Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Fernando Valley, CA Posts: 2,233	Aren't they the same coilover, just branded different names...looked the same to me when I saw them installed on others camaros... __________________ Forgeline Wheels, Michelin Pilot Super Sport's (www.DV8motoring.com), CTSV Brake Upgrade, Pedders Supercar Coilovers/HD Subframe Bushings/ZL1 sway bars, Flowmaster Outlaw Exhaust, K&N Intake. -- Like my facebook page for Optima Invitational https://www.facebook.com/SoCalCamaro...maInvitational

07-12-2012, 12:09 PM	#9
hunterv6 Always bet on Black Drives: 2011 turbo LS, 2012 f 150, Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Concord Nc Posts: 1,351	Okay, didnt know they were the same I guess I will buy the bc. I have been reading that bc were all most like pedders in a way but not megan. __________________ My Build When speed matter

07-12-2012, 12:31 PM	#10
hunterv6 Always bet on Black Drives: 2011 turbo LS, 2012 f 150, Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Concord Nc Posts: 1,351	Here some pic i took with phone two day ago will be picking them up after work Sent using Tapatalk 2 __________________ My Build When speed matter

07-11-2012, 09:37 PM	#2
Indyblue98 2012 RS 2ss Drives: 2012 2SS RS L99 WhippleCharged Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kansas Posts: 205	For half price it would be hard to pass up the BC in my opinion. I don't want to do the holes in the trunk either, but my car is really just a DD, so with some research maybe just find the setting needed for street use , set them before install and call it done. If you decide against the BC , see if you can list them here to let another member get a sweet deal.

07-11-2012, 10:50 PM	#5
Nessal Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: CA, Bay Area Posts: 2,216	You don't HAVE to drill. But it's more convenient.

07-12-2012, 01:25 AM	#8
Nessal Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: CA, Bay Area Posts: 2,216	Yup they are the same....I believe I've seen Megans go for around $700 bucks.

07-12-2012, 08:45 PM	#12
hunterv6 Always bet on Black Drives: 2011 turbo LS, 2012 f 150, Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Concord Nc Posts: 1,351	Pick them up thank for everyone's input Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD __________________ My Build When speed matter

07-13-2012, 01:22 PM	#13
TheSuspensionSource Drives: Too many to list! Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fresno, California Posts: 30	Keep in mind some manufacturers do not transfer warranties. From talking to various Camaro owners I do not feel as if BC or Megan are the best choice.

07-13-2012, 07:19 PM	#16
So Cal Camaro So Cal Race Team Drives: 2013 Camaro 1SS/RS/1LE Ashen Grey Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Fernando Valley, CA Posts: 2,233	I have only heard positive comments from all that have BC's and I have been on GTO forums too, only know one person with Megan and he just put them on.... __________________ Forgeline Wheels, Michelin Pilot Super Sport's (www.DV8motoring.com), CTSV Brake Upgrade, Pedders Supercar Coilovers/HD Subframe Bushings/ZL1 sway bars, Flowmaster Outlaw Exhaust, K&N Intake. -- Like my facebook page for Optima Invitational https://www.facebook.com/SoCalCamaro...maInvitational

07-13-2012, 10:36 PM	#17
bkscott Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Posts: 950 View My Garage	I would like to know what Camaro owners he talked to who didn't like their BC coilovers also. I am very happy with mine. __________________ 94 Firebird Formula (Drowned 08/30/05) 2010 IBM 2SS/RS 6M Arrived 3/25/10. ADM CAI, Borla Type S Cat Back, VMAX Ported TB, LG Short Throw Shifter, Hotchkis Max Chassis Brace, BC Racing Coilovers, Hotchkis Sway Bars, Whiteline Cradle Bushings,Forgestar F14's 20x9/11,Nitto Invos.

07-14-2012, 07:00 AM	#18
Rockit_z28 Team 1BAD DOG Drives: 2010 IOM 2SS/RS Auto Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indian Land, SC Posts: 686 View My Garage	- Because he wants to sell the KW coilovers on his site.. __________________ *As of March 2013, the car is currently under a rebuild courtesy of:* *Heintz Racing (Performance, Parts and Tuning)* *S.L. Customs (Paint and Body)* *Bagshaw Fabrication (Roll Cage)* *FSP (Parts)* 2010 2SS/RS L99 IOM http://www.youtube.com/user/1baddogracing BMR Suspension, DSS 9" 3.70 Gear, 1 7/8 Kooks Headers NMCA/LSX Car# 805

07-14-2012, 01:56 PM	#19
Nessal Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: CA, Bay Area Posts: 2,216	I'm sure the BC/Megan works just fine for most of the masses because they will never see the track. I'm sure they work alright on the track too. But if I was getting into some serious tracking, I would pony up for some Pfadts. I'm happy with my BC coilovers for a daily driver.

07-15-2012, 12:33 AM	#20
caverman Drives: '69 SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 6,307	No issues with my BC's either. Great coilover for daily drivers and limited track use. Personally I don't see the big deal with putting the holes in the trunk. No one ever sees them and I've never had water or anything come up by the coilover. 2" holes aren't going to weaken he car either. Just my opinion though. I drilled the holes in my trunk with no regrets or issues. __________________ *-2010 Camaro* 2SS \| M6 \| VR w/White Stripes \| 1 3/4" KOOKS - 3" Magnaflow \| LPE 3.91 gears \| ADM tuned \| Halltech w/ADM Scoop \| Spohn/BMR Trailing Arm/Toe Rod \| BC Coilovers\| Pedders FE4 ZL1 swaybars \| Cradle/Diff/Radius Rod bushings \| VMax TB \| Morimoto Projectors \| MGW shifter \| Red Calipers Build Journal

07-15-2012, 10:54 AM	#21
davidcroft Sellin Chevy's since '06 Drives: 2013 GXH 1SS/1LE 2012 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 888 View My Garage	Do you have to drill holes with the KWs? I have heard lots of positive reviews on KW and they are very respected by the Audi/BMW/MB/VW guys. __________________

07-16-2012, 09:43 AM	#23
caverman Drives: '69 SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 6,307	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...hlight=setting Go throught that thread if you haven't seen it yet. __________________ *-2010 Camaro* 2SS \| M6 \| VR w/White Stripes \| 1 3/4" KOOKS - 3" Magnaflow \| LPE 3.91 gears \| ADM tuned \| Halltech w/ADM Scoop \| Spohn/BMR Trailing Arm/Toe Rod \| BC Coilovers\| Pedders FE4 ZL1 swaybars \| Cradle/Diff/Radius Rod bushings \| VMax TB \| Morimoto Projectors \| MGW shifter \| Red Calipers Build Journal