Hey everyone, I am done with my brake swap and now I want to setup my suspension. I want to know what is the best way to go. I want a real mean "track attack" look I got 17's with 235 tires. I want to have a more aggressive handling package but not give up to much more ride quality. I have heard that the best is the eibach sport line and tocicko illumina package. But I want it to be a little lower and a little more aggressive. Any feedback like always is appreciated and thank your for the brake info everyone that left feedback nothing feels better than 12 pots bitting down. Thanks and any other camber/caster settings and any other suspension add on tips ...
#29817, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 0
Oh yeah, and this is my daily driver so the setting cannot be too extreme. And i understand that lower is not better but 1.5 inches is or close is what i can live with. And a little bit stiffer than 20% on the spring rate.
#29819, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 1
The Eibach Sportlines are an extreme drop. Somewhere around 2" if I recall. The Eibach Prokits are the more subtle drop at around 1.5". I've got H&R Sport springs on mine, and those are like a 1.6" drop and handle real well. Do some searching on different shock brands. The Illuminas, KYB AGXs and Konis all have their followers. There's plenty of info on here to help you pick out which one is for you. Also, if you're looking to sink some money into suspension work, look into getting an upgraded rear sway bar. That'll help with the inherent understeer of a FWD car.
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#29820, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 2 Oct-04-06 06:03 AM by Avenger
STOP. Don't mix match shocks and springs. Go get yourself some JICs or any other true coilover setup and call it a day.
The rest of the suspension. Nice beefy sway bars, strut bars. Camber, I just keep it stock. Push it with the stock settings so you can get the feel of what you want more out of it. Then adjust the camber.
I have to agree with Avenger on the coilover kit being ideal. If you want something that really handles, go with a quality suspension solution. If you just want the look and a mild boost in performance, go with the spring/strut combos.
Don't get me wrong, the average guy who's doing mostly daily driving will have a blast with spring/strut combos, but if you really want to put the screws to the car on a road course, such set ups are a far cry.
To me, it's the difference between a suspension set up and a suspension system. I still want those JICs one day.
#29828, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 4
Yes I am very aware that a coilover is the best setup but I am going for a daily driver with better than stock handling and a more aggresive look. I glady appreciate the post though thanks and god bless and any more reply are welcomed and hoped for ...
#29829, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 5
I still say go for a coilover setup. Maybe not something extreme as the JICs but there are many good ones that can be had for under $900. You just get the piece of mind of knowing that the springs (with their KNOWN and PUBLISHED spring rates) are matched to the shock.
But if you choose to go piece it together ... go get ground control coilovers vs. standard springs. You can specify spring rates (if you know what you want) or describe what you will be using the car for and they will recommend some to you. Also you need to mention the shock manufacturer you are going to use as well so they can make sure to recommend the best setup for you. (oh yeah ... ORDER from Ground Control ... www.ground-control-store.com ... they will ask you and get you what you need ... everyone else will give you what they have on the shelf).
As for the shock, illuminas are good. I personally would go with Koni yellows. AGX also makes adjustable shocks for our cars.
And a last spot for GC ... anyone that backs up their shit like this makes good shit.
Posted on Ground Control's Website Ground Control works very hard with Eibach USA to make these springs to the standards that you demand. Lifetime guarantee on everything, not just springs. No excuses about "racing" or "special". If anything fails, while being correctly installed, it will be taken care of, period. We can only have a guarantee like this because every single part of the Ground Control Street coil-over kit is made by us or someone we trust. None of these parts are made in Taiwan. Everything is made in the USA.
#29831, "RE: Suspension Setup Question" In response to Reply # 0
Thanks I looked at the ground control web site and they seem very quality orienited I wonder how many people use this on there cars and are they a respected company ... Thanks
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My best friend bought her though, so she's still in good hands.
