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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by JayStyles662,Mar 3 2006, 12:06 PM
I never knew the S2000 outhandled both of those cars..It looks to me as if they have a way faster turn in speed when entering corners...Maybe its because they are both faster cars in terms of aceleration....I don`t just want to upgrade because of that...My car doesn`t seem to be stable at high speeds.....I am looking to stiffen the car up more.... basicly reduce the body roll...Keep it stable at high speeds and inprove the handling.....I am realy just looking for some info on the T1r compared to other brands...Thanks again John
Have you ever been to a track day or HPDE with your S2000?
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 10:15 AM
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^ that would be my advice too.

Getting some instructor assisted track experience will help far more than any CO's.
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 10:32 AM
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I feel that the stock suspension is a bit on the harsh side. Will coilover make my ride worst or better?
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 10:35 AM
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If your car feels unstable at high speeds you should get your car aligned. My cars is firmly planted even at 130+ mph.
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by dmz,Mar 3 2006, 11:32 AM
I feel that the stock suspension is a bit on the harsh side. Will coilover make my ride worst or better?
That depends on the coilover brand. The adjustable Bilstein PSS9s will lessen the harshness of the ride, even when set on their firmest setting. Recommended!
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Old Mar 4, 2006 | 08:24 AM
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I havent had a chance to hit the track this year. I took the skip Barber driving class last year (The first year I had the car) Now I want to mod because i have the money too. I might not have the money in a few months when the track open up here in new york and connecticut. I do intend on tracking atleast 2 possible more if I have more free time...But like I said Handling is not the only reason I want a suspension setup. I have had 3 alignmets and on the way back anything over 80MPH the car still doesn`t feel safe the rear end is just to touchy ...I have new OEM Bridgestones so I know thats not the problem. I feel if I stiffen things up it will help a lot more....I want something that will compliment my next few mods thats I have listed....I will be adding 4.57 gears aswell as a flywheel and a ACT clutch to the mod list I have already.
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Old Mar 4, 2006 | 08:59 AM
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I went with Koni/Ground Control, an excellent purchase IMO. Definitely handles better than stock.
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