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09-23-2013, 02:13 PM | #1 |
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Suspension Options
I'm trying to figure out what suspension I want to go with since my OE stuff is pretty loose by now at 73k.. I have a grand to spend.
Right now it's either between throwing some factory new shocks on there or some ST coils. Can anyone offer me up some advice? |
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10-14-2013, 09:36 AM | #3 |
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+1 with upgrading/replacing bushings and control arms before doing anything else. Coilovers with firmer damping are only going to accelerate the wear in your suspension bushings.
M3 control arms will come with new, firmer bushings that will help the cornering of your 1. Your current subframe bushings are probably going to last a little longer but replacing them with the M3 bushings also completely changes the car...might be worth the investment. I'd try to save up a little to knock it all out at once. |
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10-14-2013, 04:10 PM | #4 |
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While I can't argue too much with the bushing talk, I highly recommend the ST coils. Put mine on a couple months ago and the ride is phenominal. Compared with stock suspension, both cars on stock RFT's, the ST's ride better than stock. Absolutely love them. I don't track my car though, it's just a DD so I can't comment on that.
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10-14-2013, 04:16 PM | #5 |
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I would def replace your shocks/springs and shock mounts(rear upper mounts and front strut bearing mounts). You will also want to do springs with the shocks and maybe upgrade to some M control arm/tension rods too. Just do it in steps that you can afford. Have you had your suspension checked out for wear/worn parts?
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