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Mazda SE3P RX-8 rubber top mounts (03-12) BC Racing DS coilover kit 8/6 kg/mm

The BC Racing DS coilover kit RX-8 (part number N-05-DS-DS) is a coilover kit adjustable in height and damping, also simply called a coilover, for the Mazda RX-8 SE3P, model years 2003 to 2012. The spring rate is 8 kg/mm front and 6 kg/mm rear.

With the DS series, BC Racing focuses on the track. This version with rubber top mounts at the front is the DS kit that BC Racing UK recommends for the RX-8, for anyone who regularly does track days and also drives the car in a sporty way on the road.

The core of the kit is the digressive piston: at piston speeds from 0 to 50 mm/s the damping is firm, so the RX-8 moves less under braking and on turn-in. You adjust the damping in 30 clicks and the ride height independently of the spring preload. The satin chrome damper body is the recognisable feature of the DS series.

Key benefits

• Digressive piston: firm damping at low piston speeds for a calm body.
• Rubber top mounts at the front: rubber or the original mounting at the rear.
• 30-click damping adjustment: compression and rebound simultaneously.
• Ride height independent of spring preload: lower without giving up damper stroke.
• Spring rate 8/6 kg/mm: the DS setup that BC Racing UK recommends for the RX-8.
• Concave lower lock ring: the ride height stays where you set it.
• Satin chrome damper body: the finish of the DS series.
• Rebuildable: the dampers can be rebuilt.

Suitable for

Mazda RX-8 SE3P, model years 2003 to 2012. BC Racing lists no exclusions within this generation.

• Regular track days
• Sporty road use
• Drivers who want track damping with rubber top mounts

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: BC Racing
• Part number: N-05-DS-DS
• Series: DS, track-focused
• Spring rate front/rear: 8/6 kg/mm
• Damper design: monotube with digressive piston, satin chrome damper body
• Damping: 30 clicks, compression and rebound simultaneously
• Ride height: adjustable via the damper body, independent of the spring preload
• Top mounts: rubber front, rubber or original rear
• Contents: dampers and springs front and rear, lower mounts, top mounts where applicable, adjustment spanners and warranty card with serial number
• Warranty: 1 year on manufacturing defects; noise from this track-focused series is not covered by the warranty

Fitting and delivery

The kit is vehicle-specific and replaces the original dampers and springs. We recommend having it fitted by an experienced mechanic and booking a wheel alignment straight away after setting the ride height. The delivery time is 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If the kit is temporarily out of stock at BC Racing, you can still order it; we will let you know the expected delivery date.

BC Racing UK lists the DS kit with rubber top mounts and 8/6 kg/mm springs as the recommended DS version for the Mazda RX-8 SE3P.

Why choose this DS coilover kit RX-8?

Because it gives you the track-focused damping of the DS series with rubber top mounts, in the version that BC Racing UK recommends for the RX-8. The digressive piston keeps the body calm under braking and on turn-in, and with 30 clicks you set the kit up for road or track.

BC Racing coilover kits for the Mazda RX-8 SE3P

Overview of the BC Racing series for the Mazda RX-8 SE3P supplied by Race4DriftParts, with the BC Racing part number. Spring rates in kg/mm, front/rear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the BC Racing DS and ER for the Mazda RX-8?

The DS is 1-way adjustable with 30 clicks; the ER is 2-way adjustable with an external reservoir. On the ER you set compression and rebound each separately; on the DS they adjust together. For the RX-8, BC Racing supplies the ER with 10/7 or 10/8 kg/mm and the DS with 8/6 kg/mm.

Does the BC Racing DS coilover kit with rubber top mounts fit every Mazda RX-8 SE3P?

Yes. BC Racing releases this kit for the RX-8 SE3P from 2003 to 2012, so for all model years of this generation. The RX-8 was only built as a four-door coupe, so there are no body variants that need a different kit.

Why choose rubber top mounts on the BC Racing DS for the RX-8?

Because rubber top mounts transmit less noise to the body than pillowball. This DS coilover kit RX-8 has rubber at the front and rubber or the original mounting at the rear. If you would still prefer pillowball at the front, there is the N-05-DS-DA version.

How long does delivery of the BC Racing DS coilover kit for the Mazda RX-8 take?

Expect 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If the kit is temporarily sold out, you can still order it and we will keep you informed.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.