low and aggressive but comfortable

[qbanit0gsx]

is this possible. to have a car low and aggressive but ride smooth. not feeling every bump in the road

 

[wret]

Any reduction in the range of suspension movement will be a compromise in comfort. It takes a stiffer spring and higher damping force to control the movment in a shorter space. There are springs that are designed with a progressive rate with the goal of being plush at the top of the range, where most of your daily driving is, and stiffer at the bottom. Eibach Pro kits are the most common example of progressive rate lowering springs.

 

[speedy13]

pro kits on gr-2 's will be very comfortable with enhanced handling.However,don't expect the gr-2's to last there full 60,000 mile lifespan.

 

[blackGSX2g]

I had good results with the Eibach Pro-kit and stock struts with the OEM 16" tires size. I've managed to closely match those driveability figures with Koni Yellows/Ground Controls and 225-45-17 tires.

If your just looking for a good visual drop and no major difference in ride quality, go with the pro-kit.

 

[VelocitàPaola]

I'd recommend the Eibach Pro-Kit Springs with Tokico Illumina Shocks. The Pro-Kits will give you that lower and aggressive look, while the Illuminas let you adjust just how stiff you want them.

 

[Catbox_95]

Like Wret said, lowering a car reduces shock travel therefore stiffens the ride. But what's wrong with a stiffer ride? Isn't that what a sports (or sporty) car is for? You're supposed to feel the road in a sports car.

I bought springs off of someone here on Tuners that lowered my car 1.8 inches. He got rid of them because of the rough ride, but I've never been happier with the new feel and stiffness. Reminds me of my 'Vette, which I miss.

 

[speedy13]

I totally agree with you,but some people want it to look lower and not have to pry their kdneys out of the seat.I like to pry my kidneys out of my seat.

 

[jtmcinder]

Like Wret said, lowering a car reduces shock travel therefore stiffens the ride. But what's wrong with a stiffer ride? Isn't that what a sports (or sporty) car is for? You're supposed to feel the road in a sports car.

There are two kinds of 'stiffer ride' that lets you 'feel the road.' There are suspensions with stiff springs and appropriate shocks and there are suspensions that run out of travel and bang the bumpstops. The former handles better and often is surprisingly comfortable. The latter handles like crud and rides like a go-kart.

If you think that there is only one type of stiff and it's always good, then you need to stop reading all of those Viagra spam emails that you've been getting.

- Jtoby

 

[Kookykrispy]

I believe the key to acheiving good ride and handling after lowering is spending the money to get a good set of shocks. Lots of people overlook the importance of shocks when lowering a vehicle. Its an all too common mistake to buy the hot lowering springs and then cheap out on shocks. Many people blame the springs they installed on their car for the poor ride quality when actually the shocks they have are not designed for lowered vehicles. Good shocks are not cheap, but they are well worth the investment. I spent the money on Koni adjustables and then simply trimmed my stock springs to lower 1.5 inches. After almost a year of daily driving, I am still quite happy. With the adjustability of the Konis, I can set them soft for comfortable smooth cruising, the ride is smooth and not harsh, jarring or bouncy. On the occasional weekend of competition, I can then stiffen them up for racing.
Here's my write up on my controversial but effective and affordable suspension:
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1500824#post1500824

 

[SILV BLT]

Like they said, any decrease in travel will stiffen your ride. However, I'm running H&R Sport springs with Tokico HPs and I love the ride. It's dropped ~1.5" and still soaks up the bumps pretty well. I live in Maine where the roads are notoriously bad and I don't mind the ride at all.

 

[daren_p]

Look for a progressive spring. The Eibachs seem to be a good choice, I personally run the Tokico springs, which are progressive & their illumina adjustable shocks. I would recommend this setup 100%. With the shock set on the weakest setting the car rides pretty much like stock, only slightly stiffer but when you start to push it you can defently tell the difference. With the shocks set on the firmest the ride is alot harder but defently not unbearable. I have them set on 3 front 4 rear (1 being softest, 5 firmest) for everyday driving & love them.

 

[EclpzLvr97]

Tires make the difference too.

I have Prokits with GR-2 shocks and before I had low-profile tires on 17s.

Now I have the chrome 16s and the tires on them have more profile....feel much more "comfortable"....