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If you are a car enthusiast or someone looking to enhance your vehicle’s performance and aesthetics, coilovers can be a significant change. Recently, I had the opportunity to unbox the Maxpeedingrods T7 Coilovers for Mazda MX 5.
Maxpeedingrods has built a reputation for providing performance automotive components at an affordable price, and the T7 coilovers are no exception. Here is a look at the unboxing process and my initial impressions.
First Impressions: Attention to detail
From the moment I received the box, I could tell that they had put thought into the presentation and packaging. The components were neatly arranged, securely cushioned to prevent any shipping damage, and included all the essentials:
- Coilovers (pre-assembled for easy installation)
- Adjustment wrenches
- Installation manual
- All necessary mounting hardware
The tools and manuals were packaged in a bag, which immediately set the tone for an organized and straightforward installation process. The sleek design and quality materials of the coilovers themselves were impressive, nothing about them felt flimsy or low-cost.
A closer look:
The product’s finish exceeded expectations. The coilovers feel sturdy, with their weight adding to the overall solid impression. The lower mount features a powder-coated finish, and unscrewing it was smooth and hassle-free. It also includes a drain hole at the bottom. The 24-way adjustment on the top is easy to turn and conveniently marked for soft and hard settings.
Bag contents:
-Adjustment wrenches
-Manual
-Allen keys
-Maxpeedingrods sticker
-Maxpeedingrods brochure
Specifications:
Height adjustable: Yes (I will measure the height difference after installation.)
Damping adjustable: twenty-four levels of rebound damping force.
Spring Rate Front: 10 kg/mm.
Spring Rate Rear: 8 kg/mm.
Front spring inner diameter: 70.5mm.
Rear spring inner diameter: 70.5mm.
Spring length Front: 180mm.
Spring length Rear: 140mm.
Final note:
I am excited to install these on my track car. With the ability to adjust stiffness, ride height, bump travel, and droop, they offer the versatility I need to fine tune my setup for optimal performance.
I’ll cover every step of the installation process, from removing the factory suspension to fine-tuning the ride height and stiffness for track days in an separate article.
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