OGHK87Jay Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I couldn't find much data on people tracking with their BC Racing BR coils. I want to know for those that have this coilover and use it as DD's and weekend track car. How do they perform on track and also I would like to know what are the spring rates you use? Your input would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 IMO tracking on BCs would be borderline dangerous. I wouldn't recommend it. Which track? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Pretty much just willow springs I mean its just maybe like 3 or 4 times a year. I haven't bought coilovers yet but the price for a set of those is all I can afford. I would get KW but that would take long time for me to get. I know ISC is out there too at the same price as the BC's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 What are you running right now in terms of springs/struts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Konis and ralliteks and they feel like they are blown i have full cusco braces, front and rear strut tower bars and sways, rallitek endlinks with the avo rear support brackets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I'm on BC coilovers, here's my setup. I'm using with as shipped springs. I won my first novice autox easily with stock tire pressures. Getting the corner-balance and alignment made a lot of difference. Dampers were set a little bit stiffer than mid-range. I'll find out tomorrow (going for first lapping day) whether it really works. Have you had an instructor drive your car? Have you had an instructor ride along with you? Until you hear consistently that you are exceeding the limits of your current setup, its probably ok. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpmarky Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I've tracked BC BR's 6k/8k with a 25mm rsb and 22 fsb. I think they react quicker than my RCE 7k's, and I like the easy adjustability on the fly so you can tweak settings throughout the track event day. I sold the BC's cuz they were not as comfy for Dd'ing. The RCE's are way more comfortable for DD'ing, and handle pretty well on long sweepers. BC's were better for constant sharp turns like at buttonwillow. If those are all you can afford right now, go for it. Then later down the road go for kw's or RCE's. They're worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 I've had both the instructor drive my car and drove with an instructor on my current set up. My line is pretty consistent on the track. I canyon run a couple times a week since I live on a mountain side. I attacked it like I usually do and near lost control a few times I was able to correct. My tires are still very good. Even my buddy who races near lost it too when he was driving my car. So let me know how it goes on the track. My suspension is pretty whack right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Mark how much are the rce's? I know kw cost almost 2 grand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpmarky Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Same, RCE is selling them for 1900 new now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 wow 2 grand too thatll definitely have to be later down the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 There is a set of RCE t1s in the classifieds for 1300 shipped. If you can swing it, jump on those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bg. Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I track on my BC br series (6k front 8k rear) I run them 8 clicks from full soft on the street, and crank them to full stiff for lapping days (sometimes adjusting them to a little bit softer depending on the track etc..). They handle great for the price, and I would recommend them to you if you're price range is under/around $1000.00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 I wish I could throw down 1300 I don't even come close to buying the rce's. Thank you though Scoobyscoodle for that info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk6933 Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 I just bought a set of KW v2 for under 1600. Good deal for KWs. I heard good stuff about ISCs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 I'm on BC coilovers, here's my setup. I'm using with as shipped springs. I won my first novice autox easily with stock tire pressures. Getting the corner-balance and alignment made a lot of difference. Dampers were set a little bit stiffer than mid-range. I'll find out tomorrow (going for first lapping day) whether it really works.  I have ~10 events (autox & hpde & open lapping) on the BC coilovers...about 3000 miles or so. I set them in the middle and leave them there. If a track is really bumpy, I soften a click or 2. They are not the best ride on the road (its pretty smooth in western Washington). After a 4.5 hours of open lapping, they felt useless...handling was unpredictable and the car felt squirrelly. For a regular 25minute sessions x 4 HPDE day, they have been fine. At this point, I should send them in to be re-valved/rebuilt. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGHK87Jay Posted May 24, 2012 Author Share Posted May 24, 2012 I ended up getting isc coils Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 You don't re-valve or rebuild BC's, you just replace the damper cartridges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyroo Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 Does anyone have anything to say about the longevity of these coilovers? I have researched a bit, but haven't found much on the longevity of these. It'd be for a DD car seeing a good bit of freeway miles, but the occasional drive through the mountains or back roads. I'm a pretty aggressive driver, and I may see some auto-x or track time if I'm lucky, but not enough IMO to justify buying serious performance coilovers yet. I'll look around more, but figured it wouldn't hurt to post.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 I never had any issues with durability, or longevity. My main complaint with BC's is the quality of the damping. It really depends on what you're looking for. Â If you want adjustable ride height for the look, they work great. If you're looking for a comfortable ride or performance oriented valving, you're looking in the wrong place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 I couldn't find much data on people tracking with their BC Racing BR coils. I want to know for those that have this coilover and use it as DD's and weekend track car. How do they perform on track and also I would like to know what are the spring rates you use? Your input would be much appreciated. Get a set of konis and springs and you will be much better off. Good struts and springs are better than cut rate coils.  -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpghttp://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/141039922.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.2971 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 Konis and ralliteks and they feel like they are blown i have full cusco braces, front and rear strut tower bars and sways, rallitek endlinks with the avo rear support brackets. The konis may be loan but they have a lifetime warranty. Going from them to BCs you will want that setup. Unless ou are full out racing, the konis and ralliteks are a great setup.  -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpghttp://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/141039922.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.2971 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 I never had any issues with durability, or longevity. My main complaint with BC's is the quality of the damping. It really depends on what you're looking for.  If you want adjustable ride height for the look, they work great. If you're looking for a comfortable ride or performance oriented valving, you're looking in the wrong place. Agreed, for an entry level, the RCE and KWs are what I would suggest. When one really gets up there a set of ASTs or Motons  Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 Yea I loved my RCE tarmacs. ASTs are another step up and probably a better value than Motons IMO. One day I would like to set up a car with 3 way Motons, but I couldn't bring myself to bolt those onto a legacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyroo Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 Thanks for the input scoobyscooble and azp. Much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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