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Old 01-24-2013, 03:45 PM   #15
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Swift, it is not just the rate that is a concern. It is the travel lost.
I'll keep that in mind, what do you suggest I do?
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Old 01-24-2013, 04:34 PM   #16
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I'll keep that in mind, what do you suggest I do?
I would keep using them if you like them, but seriously consider purchasing a set of the shorter stroke Koni dampers which are available now.
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Old 01-24-2013, 04:41 PM   #17
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I would keep using them if you like them, but seriously consider purchasing a set of the shorter stroke Koni dampers which are available now.
I think they are identical to stock stroke.
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can u take side pics i wanna see how the mudplaps look thinkin bout getting 1..
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I think they are identical to stock stroke.
Well then I guess the valving would be the only advantage? That only leaves waiting for Bilstein Sport dampers... If that happens.
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How do these compare to sportlines? Given they provide about the same drop.
here is a comparison of the two.

I have no feedback on the sportlines, other than being informed that they sagged in the rears after 1000 miles, but my CG springs ride excellent. You would never know I had lowering springs is how close to stock it rides.
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can u take side pics i wanna see how the mudplaps look thinkin bout getting 1..
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May I ask where you purchased these springs from?
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These look legit. Wonder how they handle at the track
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These look legit. Wonder how they handle at the track
I'll find out this saturday. TRACK DAY!:happy0180:
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http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27248

they're 18x8.5 +44 and 18x9.5 +38 rears
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