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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-22-2017, 12:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,371
Posted By Shankenstein
Beer accepted! That's an engineer dancing...

Beer accepted!

That's an engineer dancing around the sadness that Penske might lose a few sales... yet happy that their technology may reach the mainstream user in "street form."

Obviously,...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-21-2017, 11:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,371
Posted By Shankenstein
While I like the business concept of up-market...

While I like the business concept of up-market "commodity" suspension components (and gratuitous engineering jargon)... the discerning customer might notice that the "Western-educated engineers"...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-21-2017, 08:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,286
Posted By Shankenstein
While many Brembo setups use similar pad shape...

While many Brembo setups use similar pad shape and caliper type... don't ignore Mike's comment ("All calipers are vehicle application specific").

The piston configuration is unique to each...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-27-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,960
Posted By Shankenstein
I'm sure the automotive guys have already...

I'm sure the automotive guys have already recognized it... but RacerX is illustrating the 8D process (a proven method for solving problems). Identify the problem, contain it, assess the root...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-30-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,227
Posted By Shankenstein
I'm a big fan of the Perrin end links. They're...

I'm a big fan of the Perrin end links. They're not adjustable, which seems important for your situation... but if you can live with the length, there's significant value in simplicity.

It's an...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-07-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,656
Posted By Shankenstein
Their "ARTC Durability & Salt Spray" claim is...

Their "ARTC Durability & Salt Spray" claim is probably worthless. That's not a standards organization... but rather a massive automotive test lab in Taiwan. If you paid for accelerated life testing...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-05-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,365
Posted By Shankenstein
When I installed TRD springs, the post-alignment...

When I installed TRD springs, the post-alignment rear camber wasn't even. The important part is to get your toe zeroed out. A degree of camber is sub-optimal, but it won't destabilize the car or...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-24-2016, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,817
Posted By Shankenstein
I believe that it was 14mm... but my memory may...

I believe that it was 14mm... but my memory may be colored by a couple months of baby-induced sleep deprivation.

During the install, I believe that the only wrenches required were 12mm (upper...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-18-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 189,663
Posted By Shankenstein
It's a multi-link, so everything interacts with...

It's a multi-link, so everything interacts with everything else.

Given how far forward the toe link attaches to the upright (white arrow in your pic), it does most of the toe management.

Caster...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-12-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,694
Posted By Shankenstein
As others have recommended, your A'PEXi EXV N1...

As others have recommended, your A'PEXi EXV N1 coilovers are likely exhibiting spring bind or bearing issues.

6" long 6k springs will have the potential for binding up, especially if they're not a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-06-2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,749
Posted By Shankenstein
The only difference between B6 & B8 is reduced...

The only difference between B6 & B8 is reduced travel and increased price. There's not much downside to B6's. Valving is stronger than stock, but it's not harsh. I got B6 for my TRD springs (also...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-28-2016, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,505
Posted By Shankenstein
I have a set of Carbotech XP8's in front of me. ...

I have a set of Carbotech XP8's in front of me. They are very similar, except mine don't have wear indicators (the metal bits).

Mine say "1539 NRS 03ET"

The NRS logo refers to the backing...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-27-2016, 10:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,565
Posted By Shankenstein
As swarb said, there are two separate issues...

As swarb said, there are two separate issues (adjustment and top nut tightness).

Let's start from the beginning. With the coilovers off the car, assemble the coilovers similar to this:...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-26-2016, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,565
Posted By Shankenstein
Damp memes, they said? ...

Damp memes, they said?


http://static3.fjcdn.com/comments/Reminds+me+of+this+guy+_54e8173cee756e9fc18f0db7ce615b89.jpg
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-19-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,700
Posted By Shankenstein
I don't believe there are any recalls or major...

I don't believe there are any recalls or major issues with SPC's rear lower control arm. Plenty of serious drivers use them.

It's designed similar to the OE arm with a slot and eccentric bolt. ...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-06-2016, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,686
Posted By Shankenstein
Yeah. It's a hassle to get the "ultimate...

Yeah. It's a hassle to get the "ultimate C-Street setup"... but this is the answer.

I wanted to save my money for revalving the Bilsteins, so I went with a street-friendly setup (Perrin 19 mm...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-31-2016, 10:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,280
Posted By Shankenstein
I think your CAPS LOCK is broken. Also... define...

I think your CAPS LOCK is broken. Also... define "sexy." Good ride height or good-looking coilover hardware?

For salt-free environments and solid performance, I'd look at Suspension Techniques...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-24-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,816
Posted By Shankenstein
First off, please try to be respectful when...

First off, please try to be respectful when criticizing a supplier who actively supports our community (with engineering content, customer support, group buys, and vendor fees).

As a quality...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-20-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4,424
Views: 1,133,348
Posted By Shankenstein
Based on the method outlined in Autocross to Win...

Based on the method outlined in Autocross to Win (LINK to FarNorthRacing's site (http://farnorthracing.com/autocross_secrets11.html)), you'd benefit from slightly raising the Front-Left and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-15-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,775
Posted By Shankenstein
As CCJ's link states, DOT4 will more readily...

As CCJ's link states, DOT4 will more readily absorb water and other contaminants than DOT3 (which is probably what our cars came with). Also, it's worth noting that most tech sheets for brake fluids...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-13-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,729
Posted By Shankenstein
After reading the support section on HKS USA's...

After reading the support section on HKS USA's website, it's likely that they will send the repair out to their Japan facility (between Tokyo and Nagoya). Turnaround time appears to be a couple...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-24-2016, 11:58 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 189,663
Posted By Shankenstein
Ran across an interesting blog post from a Miata...

Ran across an interesting blog post from a Miata dude who talks about developing a semi-active suspension system.

LINK to Article...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-02-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,021
Posted By Shankenstein
If you are willing to sacrifice significant...

If you are willing to sacrifice significant quality in design, materials, and tolerances... in favor of 50% off pricing, Godspeed does make functional parts.

Just understand that there is value in...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-25-2016, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,129
Posted By Shankenstein
It's not a simple calculation. Spring rates...

It's not a simple calculation.

Spring rates are based on the diameter of the "wire", diameter of the coil, and the number of active coils.

LINK to Engineer's Edge...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-05-2016, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,502
Posted By Shankenstein
I'm running stock pads, since they engage the ABS...

I'm running stock pads, since they engage the ABS and handle the heat from 1 minute runs (just don't hold the brake down when staging after a hot run). For track days, I swap to XP8s, inspect the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-19-2016, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4,424
Views: 1,133,348
Posted By Shankenstein
I remember hearing Shaikh from Fat Cat...

I remember hearing Shaikh from Fat Cat Motorsports talking about his standard "aggressive street + light track" setup is 1.8-1.9 Hz in front and 1.9-2.0 Hz in rear.

As the CSG guys can attest, a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-14-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 70,051
Posted By Shankenstein
For those keeping an eye on Bilstein upgradeable...

For those keeping an eye on Bilstein upgradeable coilovers, the current catalog has all of the piston shafts/rods listed.

Non-adjustable: $35
Single-Adjustable: $285
Double-Adjustable: $421
...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-25-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,121
Posted By Shankenstein
There was a push by DougW and some wacky dutchmen...

There was a push by DougW and some wacky dutchmen to build a better Damptronic system. I don't believe the project ever finished for the BRZ, but aftermarket options exist for Porsche's PASM system....
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-24-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,698
Posted By Shankenstein
I don't know enough about Buddy Club's design......

I don't know enough about Buddy Club's design... but can you just wrap a chain wrench on the silver surface here (maybe with a thin towel to prevent damage), and tighten with an impact followed by a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-19-2016, 10:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,436
Posted By Shankenstein
Thanks for the heads-up. It looks like OP...

Thanks for the heads-up. It looks like OP tackled it with the right tools, and even on relatively new car, it's problem.

Any tips from the forum gurus on how to prevent this?

I assume that...
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