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Originally Posted by GeorgeJFrick
Just finished second season of track days/autox. Car is stock (zII* spec). Learned a lot.
Considering coilovers for next season, and while not really looking for a specific coil-over recommendation; I'm looking for information relevant to my goals.
Will I learn more by spending quality time with something like the KW variant 3's, where there is a lot I can adjust; or do you recommend a more entry level set where I'm dialing less and they are 'set' stiffer? I'm told the KW's are worth it for the warranty; but the Tein street flex are considerably more affordable. I've read a million threads about this and I don't have a clear answer when trying to balance durability, learning and investment.
If it helps, I started this season nose diving into corners, jacking the front about 3 psi higher than the rear. By the end of the season I was keeping all 4 tires at the same psi through the course.
I don't want to fall behind on learning to work directly with the suspension; while still focusing on earning seconds instead of buying them. I realize a set of springs may be a start, but again I'd like to start adjusting (even badly) and get that experience.
Would it be beneficial to get, for example; a set of RCE's and camber plates? Then I'd be lower and be able to work with the camber adjustment? How much is there to learn there when the money could be in the KWs?
tldr; What's the best suspension change to learn from; and if coil-overs are worth it; what coil-over do you recommend? My current choices are Feal 441, Tein SF, and KW V3.
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It sounds like you want to learn.
I'm gonna say KW V3 with some stiffer rear springs, and/or a rear sway bar.
Let us know when you're ready.