what is the first mod to go with on suspension
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Uh, I think that most here on the handling forums would agree that a GOOD set of shocks would probably be the best first purchase. Depending on what your goal is, Koni SA's do an awesome job for performance handling.
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shocks...... *NOT* SFC's, at least not first. Look here for details as to why I feel that way: https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/645388-suspension-help.html
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I put on sfc's, lca's, and a panhard all at once. but i prolly wouldve done shocks and springs first if i couldve afforded it. You should do shocks and springs at the same time, just get shocks to match the springs, Sam strano will help ya out with all that good stuff
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Sam Strano also sells SFC's too..... so it's not like I'm saying no because I can't sell you any. I just don't feel they should be first. However, I'm happy to supply you some if you disagree.
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I would also say do NOT do SFCs 1st. I did STB 1st, not sure if its needed, but what the hey. Next I did SFCs(SLP bolt ons). I noticed a diff, the ride was harsher. Sadly I started on LS1tech after that decision. Then better tires (275/40/17 Nitto 555s). Next I did Koni SAs w stock springs (lower perch/hose mod), and a rod/rod adjustable UMI PHB. Then a performance alignment (stock one induced understeer). Next some Strano Bars. Then, I took off my SLP bolt on SFCs.
If I had it to do over again I would:
1-Better tires
2-Koni SAs, PHB, and alignment (-1.5 camber, +4.5 caster, 0 toe)
3-Strano Bars
4-Strano Springs (still thinking on this one, stockers really are not bad)
5-Brake fluid/quality high perf brake pads(my next step)
6-Chassis stiffening (STB/SFCs)
Not sure if I would/will put SFCs on again, but if I do it will b UMI 3pt bolt ins.
Don't see these makinf a performance diff....just want to keep the car nicer/tighter longer.
If I had it to do over again I would:
1-Better tires
2-Koni SAs, PHB, and alignment (-1.5 camber, +4.5 caster, 0 toe)
3-Strano Bars
4-Strano Springs (still thinking on this one, stockers really are not bad)
5-Brake fluid/quality high perf brake pads(my next step)
6-Chassis stiffening (STB/SFCs)
Not sure if I would/will put SFCs on again, but if I do it will b UMI 3pt bolt ins.
Don't see these makinf a performance diff....just want to keep the car nicer/tighter longer.
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Originally Posted by subtlez28
If I had it to do over again I would:
1-Better tires
2-Koni SAs, PHB, and alignment (-1.5 camber, +4.5 caster, 0 toe)
3-Strano Bars
4-Strano Springs (still thinking on this one, stockers really are not bad)
5-Brake fluid/quality high perf brake pads(my next step)
6-Chassis stiffening (STB/SFCs)
1-Better tires
2-Koni SAs, PHB, and alignment (-1.5 camber, +4.5 caster, 0 toe)
3-Strano Bars
4-Strano Springs (still thinking on this one, stockers really are not bad)
5-Brake fluid/quality high perf brake pads(my next step)
6-Chassis stiffening (STB/SFCs)
Maybe you're worried about the ride, and it's firmer to be sure... but not harsh, I'm sure you saw the harshness decrease when you changed to the Koni's. Proof that the harshness is shocks. Firmness are springs. You can have a firm car without it being harsh. You can have a harsh ride while being squishy (like stock). You can even have a firm *AND* harsh ride (not good shocks with higher rate springs). And note that ride includes the way the car handles bumps @ speed, not just cruising @ 65mph.
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Hey Sam, my car seems to have the harsh AND firm ride in the back after I installed the Koni's.
Should I check to make sure that I adjusted the shocks in the correct direction(full soft) in the rear? I am still on the stock springs with 121K miles and !spare tire mod.
Does the less weight in the rear (from no spare) make for a harsher ride?
Should I check to make sure that I adjusted the shocks in the correct direction(full soft) in the rear? I am still on the stock springs with 121K miles and !spare tire mod.
Does the less weight in the rear (from no spare) make for a harsher ride?
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Yes, Sam I do track my car. And yes I do value ride highly. Also, as posted in another thread(and briefly in this one), I have been considering your springs alot. I intend to call you and speak w u about them in (ironically) the SPRING...when my car gets out of its winter detention.
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If you plan on drag racing the car on sticky tires, and you have t-tops...I say SFC's...
If you plan on just enjoying it on the street and/or want it to handle, definitely shocks...
-Will
If you plan on just enjoying it on the street and/or want it to handle, definitely shocks...
-Will
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Originally Posted by gun5l1ng3r
Hey Sam, my car seems to have the harsh AND firm ride in the back after I installed the Koni's.
Should I check to make sure that I adjusted the shocks in the correct direction(full soft) in the rear? I am still on the stock springs with 121K miles and !spare tire mod.
Does the less weight in the rear (from no spare) make for a harsher ride?
Should I check to make sure that I adjusted the shocks in the correct direction(full soft) in the rear? I am still on the stock springs with 121K miles and !spare tire mod.
Does the less weight in the rear (from no spare) make for a harsher ride?
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