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Old 08-16-2004, 09:52 PM
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Default PSS9 vs. Stasis Tracksports...

From the research I've done the Stasis's seem to be the way to go (600 / 650 on my Avant) but I'm pissed that I can't adjust the shocks w\out dissembing the whole unit. The PSS9 system is adjustable while the car is on the ground, but I can't seem to find any info on spring rates.

What should I do? I want tight handling for the canyons and track events, but I can't have a rock hard ride when I take clients to lunch.

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Default I've ridden in a Stasis 600/700 setup and it was very comfortable on the street...

and this was on 19" wheels. I'm pretty sure you can adjust them while installed too.
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Default I think you and I swapped emails about this before...

was the 600/700 on an avant or sedan? how much body roll was there? what city? highway or metro area?
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Default There was little or no body roll....Portland, OR....on industrial, beat-up roads w/traintracks....

seriously it was more comfortable than my H&R/Bilstein setup. I would definately do it. Besides if you don't like the spring-rates you get first, Stasis will exchange them for free for any other rates you'd want to try. With the avant you might want to go stiffer. I know it sounds harsh, but the setup is so perfectly matched, it really feels comfortable. I rode in a sedan.
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Default I never even thought of this....there are no PSS9's for our cars...

I think they were going to make them, but never did....at least not enough to actually sell to people.
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i know about the spring swap-out, but can rebound be adjusted while installed?
Old 08-16-2004, 10:35 PM
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Default Yes...I "think" it goes something like this.....

You cut a hole above the top of the shock that allows you to turn the **** while installed...if anyone can verify the validity of this, feel free. I think it's something like that though.
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I've heard they'll do custom applications for very little extra $$$
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Default I just found this that says you have to take the fronts out to adjust...

so now I'm not sure how it's done.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4gen2/msgs/334452.phtml">Adjustment</a></li></ul>
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wow! i can't wait to drill a hole in my car! where do i start!?! (um NO!)


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