Orignal Suspension at 62K?

toplad · 23-06-2011, 03:59 PM

Thinking of renewing some of the suspension components, cars done 62k and is on original springs, shocks. It feels ok, perhaps a little vague on the front end, I’m use to brand new cars generally and it feels a bit looser overall compared to the new stuff I’ve had. Already had the RATB’s done and a limiter kit fitted, this tightened the backend up a lot.

I plan to do a few track days, but it’s mainly road use, so not considered after market coil covers/springs

Not sure what’s next, have any other members renewed the OEM suspension or gone down the power flex bush route, there’s the complete kit on eBay for a £240 or these look interesting

http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/showthread.php?t=30292

Want to tighten things up, but keep the OEM low levels of noise and vibration.

**glendog74** · 23-06-2011, 05:15 PM

Have you considered front top mounts with OEM suspension?

If you still want OEM 'feeling' but tighter controlled then you might consider a KW V3 or Bilstein PSS 9/10 suspension kit. Both kits will give a better degree of control and you can also lower the ride height a little too. They are a good compromise for a road car used on track occasionally.

If you want more control/stiffness/adjustability then you need to look at KW Clubsport, Intrax, Moton, etc. Your ride on road will suffer more, however...

s.mac · 23-06-2011, 07:06 PM

I would do a track day and see how you feel mate. I would put spacers on up front 1st and then go from there.

toplad · 25-06-2011, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s.mac

I would do a track day and see how you feel mate. I would put spacers on up front 1st and then go from there.

Cheers lads

Anyone else upgraded the bushes/suspension?

**glendog74** · 25-06-2011, 09:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toplad

Cheers lads

Anyone else upgraded the bushes/suspension?

Most who track their car usually do the limiter/bushes first and then move on to suspension as they begin to push the OEM setup.

That's what i did

23-06-2011, 03:59 PM	#1
toplad S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 312 Casino cash: $5499	Orignal Suspension at 62K? Thinking of renewing some of the suspension components, cars done 62k and is on original springs, shocks. It feels ok, perhaps a little vague on the front end, I’m use to brand new cars generally and it feels a bit looser overall compared to the new stuff I’ve had. Already had the RATB’s done and a limiter kit fitted, this tightened the backend up a lot. I plan to do a few track days, but it’s mainly road use, so not considered after market coil covers/springs Not sure what’s next, have any other members renewed the OEM suspension or gone down the power flex bush route, there’s the complete kit on eBay for a £240 or these look interesting http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/showthread.php?t=30292 Want to tighten things up, but keep the OEM low levels of noise and vibration.

23-06-2011, 05:15 PM	#2
glendog74 CSL Register Uber-poster! Tetris Champion! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cornwall Posts: 8,861 Casino cash: $32299	Have you considered front top mounts with OEM suspension? If you still want OEM 'feeling' but tighter controlled then you might consider a KW V3 or Bilstein PSS 9/10 suspension kit. Both kits will give a better degree of control and you can also lower the ride height a little too. They are a good compromise for a road car used on track occasionally. If you want more control/stiffness/adjustability then you need to look at KW Clubsport, Intrax, Moton, etc. Your ride on road will suffer more, however... __________________ Cha'mone Mother F**ker!

23-06-2011, 07:06 PM	#3
s.mac CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 4,247 Casino cash: $15600	I would do a track day and see how you feel mate. I would put spacers on up front 1st and then go from there.