GB: KW Variant 3 Coilover Suspension
resU deretsigeR
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I used the recommended specs also but found that the ride comfort was almost exactly the same when i had just stock suspension but upgraded Racing Beat Sway bars and endlinks.
I haven't adjusted the ride height since i've been out of town but the roads here in vegas are really nice so i'll probably be dropping it 1/2" more and making the bump a bit stiffer.
*Warning to those who do or dont have upgraded swaybars*
With the upgraded RB endlinks you have the mount the Front coilovers with the oil reservoirs facing towards the front of the car but this leaves only about an 1" of clearece from the top of the resvoiver and the upper A Arm which makes me nervous. Other members say that the new version of the coilovers dont the have the resevoir so this might not be a problem.
In the end i might not lower it at all and just adjust the bump enough to be sure that they wont clank into each other.
I haven't adjusted the ride height since i've been out of town but the roads here in vegas are really nice so i'll probably be dropping it 1/2" more and making the bump a bit stiffer.
*Warning to those who do or dont have upgraded swaybars*
With the upgraded RB endlinks you have the mount the Front coilovers with the oil reservoirs facing towards the front of the car but this leaves only about an 1" of clearece from the top of the resvoiver and the upper A Arm which makes me nervous. Other members say that the new version of the coilovers dont the have the resevoir so this might not be a problem.
In the end i might not lower it at all and just adjust the bump enough to be sure that they wont clank into each other.
Thanks,
jst
Checked mine out last week after rotating my tires. Got mine in January 08 and I have reservoirs on all four corners. They clear.
resU deretsigeR
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Thanks guys. I figured as much, but it doesn't hurt to ask. I think my RB springs have given up the fight. They are so low the most I can get is -2.3 camber on both sides. I can't think of anything else to cause it. I have read how to fix the excess height, but no real answers for too low. Plus, the drivers side being lower than the passenger has been driving me crazy for years, so I guess I will pull the trigger.
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Guys he doesn't have time to check this thread but I have PMd you guys with his info. He said this GB is indefinate just give him a call and tell him your info.
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Will this special price be still valid through the summer because I will have the money to buy these by then. I definately want to get these, but I have some other things I need to get first. I just hope this deal is still valid by then because these are the best coilovers out there in my opinion.
Has anyone found an aftermarket way to make these coilovers adjustable inside the car? Thanks.
Has anyone found an aftermarket way to make these coilovers adjustable inside the car? Thanks.
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Seems prices have been raised since the New Year, I found out when i called for an update on jskilntim's order; GB price has to be hiked up to $1800 shipped.
Jsklintim don't worry I took care of any difference in $ for you.
Jsklintim don't worry I took care of any difference in $ for you.
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Yeah no clearance problems at all, love the suspension, although if you do live somewhere that has mediocre road it will be a hit harsh.
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After dialing in the suspension for a very long while; I think I've found the ideal set up for my car. Razz what are you running?
275/35 9.5'' wheel/tires and progress auto sways front bar on the middle hole rear bar on soft.
I'm using:
1.5 turns of Rebound in the front
3 turns of Rebound in the rear
1.25 turns of Compression in the front
2 turns of Compression in the rear
I think KWs recommendations are perfectly adequate for the street, and very comfortable. But if you can tolerate a bit stiffer of a ride, give these a shot. Though I would expect that without a stiffer front sway and wide rear tires I would have alot of trouble keeping the rear planted with these settings.
275/35 9.5'' wheel/tires and progress auto sways front bar on the middle hole rear bar on soft.
I'm using:
1.5 turns of Rebound in the front
3 turns of Rebound in the rear
1.25 turns of Compression in the front
2 turns of Compression in the rear
I think KWs recommendations are perfectly adequate for the street, and very comfortable. But if you can tolerate a bit stiffer of a ride, give these a shot. Though I would expect that without a stiffer front sway and wide rear tires I would have alot of trouble keeping the rear planted with these settings.
