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Old 06-05-2014, 02:17 PM   #1
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DD 60%, Drift 20%, Auto-X 20%

For mainly DD, occasional drift/Auto-X, which suspension set-up do you recommend?

Currently FI'd, 297whp, lowered on Eibach Sportlines on OEM shocks.
I broke some of the suspension commandments, and currently on a staggered setup of 18x8.5F/18x9R with 225/40 and 245/35 Hankook V12's.

My goals are:
Improve ride/performance over spring/OEM strut combo (I think they are terrible imo).
Able to lower the ride height beyond 1.5in (2in would be perfect).
Capable DD (not ridiculously stiff) and occasional drifting/auto-x.

Choices I am looking at are:
FA500 V5 with Swift springs
Tarmac 0
KW ST
Bilstein B14
KW V1/V3
Bilstein B8 (which ever one compatible with lowering springs)/good spring combo.
Tein?

I'm wanting to stay away from K2, BC, Stance etc.

I rode in a FA500 coil from a local guy and was surprised how compliant they were on a shitty road compared to my Eibach spring/OEM strut set up.

I've read so many reviews with various setups, and this is one of the hardest things to decide on..

I'm hoping to spend a little less than 2K, and with some of the set-ups, I can get a LCA/Camber Plate/Bushings with the lower price of the initial coil over.

Any help would be great!!

Thanks for your time.

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Old 06-05-2014, 02:49 PM   #2
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How competitive do you want to be?
Not planning on winning trophies. Having fun is my priority as well as reliability. I know I will need DSS rear axles or a raised diff to save my rear axles when lowering as well.
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@FT-86 SpeedFactory just posted two sets of KW V3s for sale.
sounds like they were refurbished or somethin. I'm not a huge fan of second hand coil overs, especially how precise they are made. Just IMO, but a great deal!
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