Is it possible to have stock-like ride comfort
02-04-2008, 12:57 PM
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Is it possible to have stock-like ride comfort
I've had the koni yellows w/ stock springs for quite some time now.
I have it set to half firm, and still notice some body roll when I corner hard.
Maybe I'm getting greedy but I'm starting to want a tighter suspension that plants the car while cornering.
One thing that turns me off about stiff springs is it's harsh ride.
I've had some stiff springs on my old cars and it wasn't enjoyable at all.
We have some terrible roads here in Michigan and was wondering if it's even possible to have stock ride comfort(I really like it) but with less body roll.
What happens when I have a stiffer shocks with softer springs, or vice versa?
I can't picture how the ride will be when considering those 2 factors(spring rates, shocks).
I ask because I'm kinda torn between stiffer springs(w/ my current konis) and a full coilover(preferably the PSS9s).
Would any of these options achieve my goal? Is it even possible?
You experts' opnions would be really appreciated.
Dan
02-04-2008, 02:45 PM
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tenabe makes a set of front and back for about 250 or 300 i think. I've never heard a bad thing about tenabe and cusco makes a set also i think. i would give websites but can't think of where i saw them cheap.
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02-05-2008, 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by mister x,Feb 4 2008, 07:25 PM
Be careful about equating "flat cornering" with good handling.
I thought flat cornering is better in series of corners because there's not much weight shifting. Am I wrong?
That's of course as long as I can hold the grip.
Dan
02-05-2008, 10:45 PM
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^I agree. Since I only street drive, it's as important for me to have transient response as well as steady state cornering. OEM ride height with some weight reduction (empty trunk, lighter exhaust, battery etc) works for me. Balance is the operative word.