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04-19-12, 07:50 AM
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I'm sorry guys, it's been insane at work lately, and I've been trying to get the car ready for Import Alliance this weekend. I'll hopefully be able to post some pics next week.
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04-09-13, 11:25 AM
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The adjustability is very useful, and being that alot of the roads here in Houston are a reflection of those in NYC, I can tell you that when paired with the right springs, you can have a comfortable ride on crappy roads.
1-being the lowest setting on the shock dampening rate, give a stock-like ride
2-slightly stiffer settings on the shock, naturally slightly more firm but still comfortable
3/4-are not harsh on the road, but a big difference over 1 and 2 in handling/roll and steering response..and doubt you would have an issue on the track on the higher settings.
I drive daily with my fronts and rear on 4. No fender well rubbing in the front, and before I switched wheels, I had no rubbing issues in the back and dont think it ever bottomed out. Firm handling through turns, minimal body roll, squat on hard launching is minimal, and nose dive while hard braking is greatly minimized, even on the "2" rating.
Now pair the adjustable shocks with a progressive rate spring like the Eibach pro kit, and you have a suspension setup that "adapts" to how your driving and the surface. Although larger bumps in the road can be a bit harsh at times with the shocks on their highest setting, its still manageable vs. some coilovers. Even when I first went with the KYB/Eibach setup, I had the shocks set on "2" all the way around and with the combination, driving the car was much more enjoyable in turns, yet still extremely comfortable with a boost of better handling/ride.
In short, I like this setup so much, I have been debating for the last 2 years on switching to coilovers, and still cannot decide.
1-being the lowest setting on the shock dampening rate, give a stock-like ride
2-slightly stiffer settings on the shock, naturally slightly more firm but still comfortable
3/4-are not harsh on the road, but a big difference over 1 and 2 in handling/roll and steering response..and doubt you would have an issue on the track on the higher settings.
I drive daily with my fronts and rear on 4. No fender well rubbing in the front, and before I switched wheels, I had no rubbing issues in the back and dont think it ever bottomed out. Firm handling through turns, minimal body roll, squat on hard launching is minimal, and nose dive while hard braking is greatly minimized, even on the "2" rating.
Now pair the adjustable shocks with a progressive rate spring like the Eibach pro kit, and you have a suspension setup that "adapts" to how your driving and the surface. Although larger bumps in the road can be a bit harsh at times with the shocks on their highest setting, its still manageable vs. some coilovers. Even when I first went with the KYB/Eibach setup, I had the shocks set on "2" all the way around and with the combination, driving the car was much more enjoyable in turns, yet still extremely comfortable with a boost of better handling/ride.
In short, I like this setup so much, I have been debating for the last 2 years on switching to coilovers, and still cannot decide.
04-09-13, 06:28 PM
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Also to add to above, I have also been considering taking the Gixxer-Drew setup into consideration..but with a twist:
I have been researching different coilover setups using the KYB AGX shocks, and seems its a widely used setup from Subaru owners to FD's, and a BUNCH of Honda's. All using different "universal" coilover sets. I think this will allow the slight "more low" that I want, and with the right spring rates, I can keep the ride I currently have.
I have been researching different coilover setups using the KYB AGX shocks, and seems its a widely used setup from Subaru owners to FD's, and a BUNCH of Honda's. All using different "universal" coilover sets. I think this will allow the slight "more low" that I want, and with the right spring rates, I can keep the ride I currently have.
04-10-13, 06:20 AM
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The adjustability is very useful, and being that alot of the roads here in Houston are a reflection of those in NYC, I can tell you that when paired with the right springs, you can have a comfortable ride on crappy roads.
1-being the lowest setting on the shock dampening rate, give a stock-like ride
2-slightly stiffer settings on the shock, naturally slightly more firm but still comfortable
3/4-are not harsh on the road, but a big difference over 1 and 2 in handling/roll and steering response..and doubt you would have an issue on the track on the higher settings.
I drive daily with my fronts and rear on 4. No fender well rubbing in the front, and before I switched wheels, I had no rubbing issues in the back and dont think it ever bottomed out. Firm handling through turns, minimal body roll, squat on hard launching is minimal, and nose dive while hard braking is greatly minimized, even on the "2" rating.
Now pair the adjustable shocks with a progressive rate spring like the Eibach pro kit, and you have a suspension setup that "adapts" to how your driving and the surface. Although larger bumps in the road can be a bit harsh at times with the shocks on their highest setting, its still manageable vs. some coilovers. Even when I first went with the KYB/Eibach setup, I had the shocks set on "2" all the way around and with the combination, driving the car was much more enjoyable in turns, yet still extremely comfortable with a boost of better handling/ride.
In short, I like this setup so much, I have been debating for the last 2 years on switching to coilovers, and still cannot decide.
1-being the lowest setting on the shock dampening rate, give a stock-like ride
2-slightly stiffer settings on the shock, naturally slightly more firm but still comfortable
3/4-are not harsh on the road, but a big difference over 1 and 2 in handling/roll and steering response..and doubt you would have an issue on the track on the higher settings.
I drive daily with my fronts and rear on 4. No fender well rubbing in the front, and before I switched wheels, I had no rubbing issues in the back and dont think it ever bottomed out. Firm handling through turns, minimal body roll, squat on hard launching is minimal, and nose dive while hard braking is greatly minimized, even on the "2" rating.
Now pair the adjustable shocks with a progressive rate spring like the Eibach pro kit, and you have a suspension setup that "adapts" to how your driving and the surface. Although larger bumps in the road can be a bit harsh at times with the shocks on their highest setting, its still manageable vs. some coilovers. Even when I first went with the KYB/Eibach setup, I had the shocks set on "2" all the way around and with the combination, driving the car was much more enjoyable in turns, yet still extremely comfortable with a boost of better handling/ride.
In short, I like this setup so much, I have been debating for the last 2 years on switching to coilovers, and still cannot decide.
Thank you for that awesome answer!
I am now headed in that direction.
I still am fearful that NYC roads will make me regret ANY lowering, but my desire to go fast, and look good doing it will likely WIN!
(i'm looking at Gixxer-Drew as well..)
05-17-13, 03:11 PM
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Great info in this thread. Looks like its a bolt in besides the option harness relocation. Can anyone compare this set up to eibach springs + supra OEM shocks? I happen to have a set I'm looking to get rid of, I heard they are direct replacements for SC's.