Balanced suspension upgrade, Selecting right parts for street use |
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Balanced suspension upgrade, Selecting right parts for street use |
william harris |
Feb 3 2004, 08:03 AM
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914 Restorer Group: Members Posts: 1,459 Joined: 9-January 04 From: Hamilton, MA Member No.: 1,539 |
My 74 2.0 is undergoing a long restoration process. The restoration will include installing Porsche OEM front and rear sway bars (my preference to use original equipment - like sticking with the D-Jet). All of my suspension parts are basically shot. I intend to upgrade the front and rear suspension. My thoughts are Bilsteins all around and 100 lb springs in the rear. This car will be used almost exclusively for regular street driving. I don't mind a "sport" suspension, but the roads here in Taxachusetts are very bad, so a track like ride would be impossible. Am I on the right course? My goal is to balance all the suspension components so they work well together and give a predictable handling experience. Also, are the Turbo tie rods the way to go?
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r_towle |
Feb 3 2004, 08:13 AM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,591 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
Step up to the koni adjustable shocks, more usefull on the street.
Bilsteins are a bit harse on the street. Konis are original and better on your back. 100 lbs springs is what they sell as replacement original nowadays, so they are ok. I have a brand new set of 100 lbs springs and three konis if you want...you will have to buy one new koni ... Get an adjustable spring perch for the rear as the stock ride height is to high and you can tune it to your liking in the rear, front is already adjustable. Rich |
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