What kind of shocks should i get for my s2000 for autocross? I'm really trying to get rid of some of that body roll.

 

Koni Yellows are probably the most common choice along with a big adjustable front sway bar.

 

To expand on gernby's suggestions:

Your first upgrade should be a big front sway bar, especially since your stated goal is eliminating body roll. Don't think about shocks until you've got a Gendron, Comptech, or similar bar on the car.

Also, note that consensus is that Konis are softer than the stock shocks. Consensus is also that Konis are slightly better than the stock shocks and thus a worthwhile upgrade, but if your goal truly is eliminating body roll, then they might not be what you're looking for.

If you rule out Konis, the remaining shock options (Penskes, Motons, JRZs, etc.) get pretty pricey, unfortunately.

Steve

 

rzredg is using Bilsteins. They may be a little better priced than some of the others.

 

From what I can tell, stay with stock shocks until you're truly ready for an upgrade and then spend the big bucks. The difference is said to be dramatic in transitions but you'll have to get the expensive ones to make a real difference. You got a choice - $ or $$$$

 

Do you have an X-brace and strut tower bar yet? They definitely help with body "flex" with may contribute to the roll that you feel.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by jehman
[B]Do you have an X-brace and strut tower bar yet?

 

And they don't do a thing for roll.

 

This is true, but unless you are consistently winning your B class or you are competing in nationals, nobody will care that you have them. I know people that run CAI and upgraded exhaust in stock class and still can't make the top 10.

As for affecting roll, you should try them sometime. The body flex can definitely have an effect on percieved "roll" of the car which is what most people mistake for actual roll. Again, it all depends on how long you've been racing.

 

One "mid-price" shock option is to get the Konis and pay an aditional $150 to $200 per shock to have it re-valved and converted to double adjustable. This way, you can adjust the Koni to be softer or firmer than stock and you can adjust both compression and rebound. Your total cost per shock will come out to around $400 with shipping. If you can find some used Konis you can have them converted, save some money on the purchase price and have completely rebuilt shocks that should operate like new.

I think the Penskes and Motons cost even more money.