Coilover Time
07-21-2014, 02:48 PM
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Coilover Time
Hi Guys,
I've done sway bars and endlinks on my '13 WRX, but am looking to do coilovers now as I want to improve the handling more. Handling is number one for me.
I have no experience with coilovers, so I am looking for a little direction here.
I know a lot of people run KW V1s, what are everyone's thoughts on these?
Is it worth it to go V2 or even V3? Also, what other coilovers has anyone put on their '11+ WRX that they would recommend.
I am daily driving this car. I do a good amount of spirited driving and am planning to do auto cross and/or track days in the future. What would be a good drop height? I'm not too concerned on the look, like I mentioned performance is key in my mind.
Thanks for the input
I've done sway bars and endlinks on my '13 WRX, but am looking to do coilovers now as I want to improve the handling more. Handling is number one for me.
I have no experience with coilovers, so I am looking for a little direction here.
I know a lot of people run KW V1s, what are everyone's thoughts on these?
Is it worth it to go V2 or even V3? Also, what other coilovers has anyone put on their '11+ WRX that they would recommend.
I am daily driving this car. I do a good amount of spirited driving and am planning to do auto cross and/or track days in the future. What would be a good drop height? I'm not too concerned on the look, like I mentioned performance is key in my mind.
Thanks for the input
07-21-2014, 03:13 PM
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I'll start off by saying:
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
07-21-2014, 03:15 PM
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I'll start off by saying:
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
07-21-2014, 03:55 PM
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07-21-2014, 03:57 PM
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I'll start off by saying:
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
There is absolutely no inherent benefit to a coilover vs a conventional spring/strut setup.
The ONLY thing a Coil-over buys you is ride height adjustment and you need to realign the car every time you do this anyways
If this is a street car, I would highly recommend a set of Koni inserts combined with RCE Black springs. These are a very nice combination of handling and comfort, without slamming the car.
TiC Suspension
Combine those with a set of HVT Camber Plates and you're in a pretty good spot
What would the camber plates help with? I'm planning to go 18x9.5 which should fit without running camber.
Also, are you recommending the inserts and springs solely due to the fact that this is a street car? Just trying to understand the pros and cons of going coils vs springs
07-21-2014, 04:07 PM
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What would the camber plates help with? I'm planning to go 18x9.5 which should fit without running camber.
Also, are you recommending the inserts and springs solely due to the fact that this is a street car? Just trying to understand the pros and cons of going coils vs springs
Also, are you recommending the inserts and springs solely due to the fact that this is a street car? Just trying to understand the pros and cons of going coils vs springs
07-21-2014, 04:33 PM
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What would the camber plates help with? I'm planning to go 18x9.5 which should fit without running camber.
Also, are you recommending the inserts and springs solely due to the fact that this is a street car? Just trying to understand the pros and cons of going coils vs springs
Lots of things need to be compensated for when running larger wheels and tires and a lower car.
07-21-2014, 04:52 PM
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- able to change spring rates and valving easier
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I wouldn't say there is no advantages...
07-21-2014, 04:58 PM
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