Rubbing with new coilovers
09-06-2006, 04:24 AM
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Rubbing with new coilovers
I just had some Koni Coilovers installed and there is about a one finger gap in the back and just a touch less than a one finger gap in the front. However, in the front I do have a little bit of rubbing when going into my driveway. Should I be concerned about this and have it raised up a little? My tires are 245/45/17 on stock RS4-Type (Celebration) Rims. Thanks in advance!
09-06-2006, 05:08 AM
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my Vogtlands were like that too....soft progressive springs will do that unfortunately
I have my front at over 26" now which is like a 2 big finger gap. If your driveway has an agressive slope, it might not be the best measuring stick for rubbing. I'd be more concerned with how they do on bad roads or on hard transition cornering.
09-06-2006, 05:32 AM
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How much should it need to be raised?
I haven't measured it yet, but should a 1 finger gap be enough? 1.5 fingers? Do you know how many inches your ride height is at?
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09-06-2006, 06:24 AM
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Run with the stock sport one if you're having problems rubbing
It'll limit the compression limit slightly and probably lessen the rubbing.
The supplied bumpstop is fine for the street and comfort, but a touch short in my opinion.
The supplied bumpstop is fine for the street and comfort, but a touch short in my opinion.
09-06-2006, 06:37 AM
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my previous one is with the Bilsteins I sold. Is the Bilstein one longer than stock?
I might have my stock one somwhere. I've already ordered my Teins with Linear springs. I'll compare them to the Vogtlands and sell the ones I don't prefer. I think the Vogtlands are nice, but not as agressive as I want. Thanks for the info.