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Spring Rate Opinions Experience, What works well for spirited driving-Street |
914_teener |
Apr 14 2016, 12:51 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,205 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
So looking for opinions before a final wheel alignment.
Here is the setup I currently have: Front- Boge inserts Stock torsion bars Newly installed stock swaybar Newly installed turbo tie rods. Rear Boge shocks ? Springs- believe stock. -This is about the only thing on the suspension I haven't touched. Open to opinions. At this point I haven't driven the car and am thinking that the car may oversteer much since the rear rate is unknown and should consider the rear before the alignment. Most say to up the rear spring rate. I am looking for at least a comfortable ride with firm handling characteristics. Thoughts from the Collective? I found this thread which was helpful but am looking for real world experiences. http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act...t&id=128658 As Always Thanks in Advance, Rob |
ConeDodger |
Apr 14 2016, 05:12 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,614 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
There are lots of factors. One size does not fit all.
What engine? Mine is a 3.2 six and I use 225# rears. When it was a 2436 four, I used 200# rears. When it was a stockish 2.0, I used 140# rears. Another factor is how much you weigh. Rear swaybar is a matter of preference. I do run one on the track, but disconnect it for autocross. If you use either Elephant or needle bearing bushings, you can run just about any springs as the cars shocks will now be working without 40 years of stiction. I like the stock front torsion bars with a Tarrett adjustable swaybar. Nice and smooth... The basic answer of 140# will do you just fine for street driving though... |
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