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    #46
    Originally posted by MFactory View Post
    OK guys, that's us got the 5! (of course, if anyone else is interested, you can still join)

    We would require a 50% deposit, then the rest upon completion.

    Before we can start production though, we will need an oem sample of all 4 struts/springs. I also need to find out the oem spring rates, so that I can work out the motion ratio calculations to provide you guys with an oem-balanced spring rate (This is very important, unless you have experience with setting up your car with custom spring rates, which are an extra $50/corner)
    Stephen i will email you the spring rate information from the Mazda factory service manual. It's slightly different depending if it's a 323 hatchback vs. 4 door protege and other options such as AT vs. MT... the various ford escort models and the mx3 are probably all slightly different also, but I'm assuming as long as you take an average we should be OK.
    Escort GTR -- 11.87 @ 117.6 mph -- 320 HP / 325 Ft. Lbs. @ 23 PSI
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      #47
      GI: YCW Reference Series Coilovers

      Count me in on the BG chassis as well. I will see if my Factory Service Manual has spring rates for the Escort if needed.


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      Last edited by TSShredder; 11-01-2016, 05:03 PM.

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        #48
        Originally posted by TSShredder View Post
        Count me in on the BG chassis as well. I will see if my Factory Service Manual has spring rates for the Escort if needed.


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        Added, thanks

        Just so you guys know the plan of attack:

        1) Take measurements from OEM Sample (thank you for stepping up guys!)
        2) Determine suitable spring rates for Sports Springs (Road) and Race Springs (Fast Road/Weekend Warrior). If you have the setup/track experience, you may also choose your own custom spring rates @ $50/corner. Please note though, as we use digressive valving, you do not need as stiff a spring rate as what would normally be required on a generic/typical coilover set. If you have a dedicated track car, you may also choose the option of inverted dampers (more rigid) @ $100/corner. Inverted dampers are not required for a road car
        3) Start taking deposits (I don't want to do this until we know exactly what we are up against i.e take our measurements)
        4) Produce a test batch (covering all of those on the pre-order list). However, we will only ship 1 set out initially, so we will need to work out who is going to be the designated tester (must have the ability to install and test fitment straight away). This normally takes around 6-8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the application
        5) Modify/Fine-tune any "bugs" that we find
        6) Ship the remaining sets (with any modifications) out to the rest of the pre-order list

        We are custom making these for you guys, based on your feedback, so keep the questions/suggestions coming

        P.S If anyone is a regular on one of the Miata forums, would it be possible if you could help us out and post up an Introductory/GI thread? It's always better to have someone start a thread on our behalf, than for us to just barge our way in without anyone knowing who we are!
        Last edited by MFactory; 11-01-2016, 05:18 PM.
        MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
        YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
        SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
        SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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          #49
          I would just say have therieldeal do it, he's a cone chaser and has been on the forums foreverrrr. Although he does have an escort, whilst most of us will be in Proteges. I can do it but it's been awhile since I messed with coilovers.

          I don't have an account on the Miata forums unfortunately, I think maybe 300zx might.

          So you have the spring rates, but do you still need actual factory struts to look at?
          1991 Protege LX 5MT, P/S, A/C, NOW Sun Roof!

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            #50
            Originally posted by Cloud_Strife View Post
            I would just say have therieldeal do it, he's a cone chaser and has been on the forums foreverrrr. Although he does have an escort, whilst most of us will be in Proteges. I can do it but it's been awhile since I messed with coilovers.

            I don't have an account on the Miata forums unfortunately, I think maybe 300zx might.

            So you have the spring rates, but do you still need actual factory struts to look at?
            therieldeal I think would be stuck in winter weather when the test set is ready to ship, so probably someone in the Southern half of the country would be a better bet

            I'm working out the spring rates just now, but we would still need the oem struts/springs to take measurements from
            MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
            YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
            SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
            SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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              #51
              Just one of each (1 front, 1 rear)? Would you guys cover postage or...

              Lol, I just don't think I'm the person to test them out. I mean if nobody else will I'll step up. 93blackongreen is in the south
              1991 Protege LX 5MT, P/S, A/C, NOW Sun Roof!

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                #52
                Originally posted by Cloud_Strife View Post
                Just one of each (1 front, 1 rear)? Would you guys cover postage or...

                Lol, I just don't think I'm the person to test them out. I mean if nobody else will I'll step up. 93blackongreen is in the south
                Preferably the full set, to cover all bases.

                Yeah, we'll cover the shipping costs (would be shipped to our San Dimas facility)
                MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
                YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
                SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
                SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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                  #53
                  Address? I will look up shipping costs this week.
                  1991 Protege LX 5MT, P/S, A/C, NOW Sun Roof!

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                    #54
                    GI: YCW Reference Series Coilovers

                    Not me. I never owned a Miata and hardly posted since I am only usually browsing for parts, plus how will I promote something I am not even going to use.


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                    94 Escort wagon--BP swap coming, VF10 Turbo, COP, EVO ECU, 03 ZX2 front end conversion
                    "Hold yourself accountable before you are held accountable"
                    EV14 330cc@3Bar injector kits available.
                    EV14 GT500 injector kits available for the BP. 610cc@3Bar.
                    EV14 925cc@3Bar injector kits available
                    BP Forged H beam rods available now
                    KL Forged H beam rods available now
                    K8/KF Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                    FS Forged H beam rods
                    awaiting test fit
                    F2 Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                    FE3 Forged H beam rods coming soon
                    Mitsubishi 3.8 MIVEC rods coming soon
                    Aluminum CAS/Distributor caps
                    BP oil jet eliminators
                    EV14 fuel rail spacers
                    More stuff coming soon.......

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                      #55
                      Originally posted by Cloud_Strife View Post
                      Address? I will look up shipping costs this week.
                      MFactory R&D
                      FAO: Protege Dampers
                      581 W. Covina Blvd
                      San Dimas, CA 91773
                      USA
                      TEL: 909-592-5933
                      MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
                      YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
                      SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
                      SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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                        #56
                        I wasn't able to find any spring rates for the Escort in the FSM.


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                          #57
                          If they are like the BH, will be around 2.1K/1.8K

                          Based on those rates, I would go for a 4K/4K for Sports, and 6K/6K for Race (both giving slight oversteer)
                          MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
                          YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
                          SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
                          SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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                            #58
                            Add "Manny944s2" to the list.

                            For some reason he cant post
                            92 Mazda MX3 GS> For sale, $1750 OBO
                            94 Escort wagon--BP swap coming, VF10 Turbo, COP, EVO ECU, 03 ZX2 front end conversion
                            "Hold yourself accountable before you are held accountable"
                            EV14 330cc@3Bar injector kits available.
                            EV14 GT500 injector kits available for the BP. 610cc@3Bar.
                            EV14 925cc@3Bar injector kits available
                            BP Forged H beam rods available now
                            KL Forged H beam rods available now
                            K8/KF Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                            FS Forged H beam rods
                            awaiting test fit
                            F2 Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                            FE3 Forged H beam rods coming soon
                            Mitsubishi 3.8 MIVEC rods coming soon
                            Aluminum CAS/Distributor caps
                            BP oil jet eliminators
                            EV14 fuel rail spacers
                            More stuff coming soon.......

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                              #59
                              Originally posted by 300zxrb26dett View Post
                              Add "Manny944s2" to the list.

                              For some reason he cant post
                              Is he Matthew Bonner, or a different guy?
                              MFactory / YCW Engineering (LSD's, Gears, Flywheels, Clutches, Driveshafts, Axles) - www.teammfactory.com
                              YCW Suspension (Mid-Range Coilovers) - www.ycwsuspension.com
                              SWIFT Springs Europe (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringseurope.com
                              SWIFT Springs Asia (Exclusive Distributor) - www.swiftspringsasia.com

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                                #60
                                Different guy.


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                                92 Mazda MX3 GS> For sale, $1750 OBO
                                94 Escort wagon--BP swap coming, VF10 Turbo, COP, EVO ECU, 03 ZX2 front end conversion
                                "Hold yourself accountable before you are held accountable"
                                EV14 330cc@3Bar injector kits available.
                                EV14 GT500 injector kits available for the BP. 610cc@3Bar.
                                EV14 925cc@3Bar injector kits available
                                BP Forged H beam rods available now
                                KL Forged H beam rods available now
                                K8/KF Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                                FS Forged H beam rods
                                awaiting test fit
                                F2 Forged H beam rods awaiting test fit
                                FE3 Forged H beam rods coming soon
                                Mitsubishi 3.8 MIVEC rods coming soon
                                Aluminum CAS/Distributor caps
                                BP oil jet eliminators
                                EV14 fuel rail spacers
                                More stuff coming soon.......

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