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      05-08-2010, 04:54 PM   #1
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suspension help

As of now i am running B&G springs on stock shocks, i am looking for a stiffer more performance set up but im not looking to spend $2000 doing it, any suggestions?
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      05-10-2010, 05:48 PM   #2
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As of now i am running B&G springs on stock shocks, i am looking for a stiffer more performance set up but im not looking to spend $2000 doing it, any suggestions?
Even for the sub $2000 range, there are a ton of choices. What are plans for the vehicle?

You stated that you needed a stiffer suspension. What types of tracks do you run your car on?
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auto cross every once and a while. But sacraficing ride quality for performance is some thing i wouldnt mind.
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auto cross every once and a while. But sacraficing ride quality for performance is some thing i wouldnt mind.
For Autocross events, the courses change every single time. Having a suspension setup with great valving, compliant spring rates, adjustable damping, and the ability to control ride height (important for corner balancing).

Currently, KW suspension components are found at a variety of motorsports events and have been proven to work well on the track and off.

The KW Variant 2 coilovers will provide you with a well matched coilover with optimized spring rates and shock valving to provide one of the most compliant performance-oriented rides around!
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      05-14-2010, 07:52 PM   #5
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After stiff ride, or more grip?
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One of the great decisions every man must make is Koni FSD vs Koni Sport vs Bilstein. And then add M3 front swaybar too.
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After stiff ride, or more grip?
Sometimes adding a bit too much to the damping will actually result in less grip.

Grip is more relative to the type of surface you're racing or running your car on.

I'd recommend going with a coilover setup with adjustable rebound damping to help keep the coilover versatile on a variety of surfaces and track conditions.
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