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Old 01-11-2005, 06:25 AM
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Default Where's the big benefit of coilovers?
Is it just the adjustable ride height or is the handling dramatically increased, say over an OEM/Aftermarket sport suspension?
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adjustability + properly matched springs and shocks
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Default Adjustable ride height.
Generally, they are constructed better, you usually have more spring choices, they tend to be lighter, have more travel.. so on.
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Default ...usually. I've noticed that the Stasis Tracksports seem to overwhelm the front dampers on the S4..
they porpise a LOT over bumpy roads..
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Keep in mind that there will always be good and bad products out there. So just because one place offers a height adjustable coilover doesn't automatically translate into better performance, faster lap times, or more comfort. There a several height adjustable coilovers out there that couldn't come close to a good spring/shock combination in terms of performance.
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Default mmm... adjustable ride height...
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Re: Has anyone had H&amp;R coilovers who HAVEN'T blown a shock?
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