My BRZ ST* Autocross build

[kanundrum]

Awesome Had NO idea

[kanundrum]

Wonder what track times were Ok i should sleep now

[LSV8]

Are the KW shocks mono tube..? Inverted design..?
lmk, thx!

[ubersoph]

Looking forward to seeing results at CenDiv! Wish I could be there to see it.

[Scooby South]

Originally Posted by LSV8

Are the KW shocks mono tube..? Inverted design..?
lmk, thx!

http://www.kw-suspension.com/us/index.php

direct from KW's website. they have a variety of designs... their Clubsport models are INVERTED.. but I think the Var3's are monotube...

This is for the Var 3's

State-of-the-art technology from motor sports for more performance on the road. The separate and independently adjustable rebound- and compression damping allows for an individual suspension setup for different uses and preferences. The unique patented system with its two-stage valves allows a rebound damping adjustment (comfort) and a compression adjustment (driving dynamics) in the low-speed range while the high-speed range which controls the driving safety, is fixed.

• Damping technology with individually adjustable rebound- and compression technology
• inox-line* stainless steel technology
• Individually height adjustable
• Adjustment parameters approved by the German Technical Control Board (TÜV)
• High-quality components for long durability
• Infinitely variable rebound damping adjustment
• 14-way adjustable compression damping
• Unique, individually working damping force adjustment
• Comprehensive documentation for easy use

[track_warrior]

Originally Posted by Scooby South

ok....KW's are ON...OMG...it is a sexy beast and man is it 'PLANTED'..... There is at least an inch of clearance between the tire and the Strut... sooo Camber isn't going to be an issue...AT ALL.. will easily fit 265's..if needed... So...STX...STR.....BRING IT...Its amazing how much Decent suspension does to a car...Installation...I give a 6...the front was no problem..however the ABS and Brake line is routed kinda funky..but I adapted and overcame the Rear.. was a bit more stubborn...but I got it...finally.. Stock 14mm rear sway is on now..with Kartboy links..running Recommended settings for now.. went on a short 'test' drive... I can't wait to get this thing on the course now......I LOVE the KW's...easy to tune... and pretty easy to adjust....I was going to have an event tomorrow but I didn't get to the alignment ...so Monday after work...then I also need to corner weight it.....so far...I am absolutely Beyond pleased with the KW's...They Got it right....On to the pics..

Stock Front Strut assembly....12.6 lbs...
KW Front Strut assembly... 12.9 lbs...



Fronts.... adjusting the ride height..



Front ...After adjustment...about a 1 inch gap between the top of the tire and fender... Coool thing of note...All 4 fenders are Factory Rolled..so nooo issue whatsoever with fitment...



Obligatory Side shot..



and...the Side Profile shot...soooo Sexy..



Can't wait for Cent Divs Next week in Milwaukee.... running up our good buddy Neal Tovsen...and his wife in STX...should be interesting.. ...we'll see how it does against a well prepped Bimmer..

More later

Bill

Congrats man!! It looks amazing!! Made me hate vivid racing for keeping me waiting on my set .

How low did you set it? It looks great at that height!! Looks like we will be running the same setup

[Scooby South]

Originally Posted by pcasso87

Congrats man!! It looks amazing!! Made me hate vivid racing for keeping me waiting on my set .

How low did you set it? It looks great at that height!!

I am basically an inch off the tire all the way around... it could go lower..but not functional...Control arms are pretty much Parallel like they are supposed to be..

Bill

[track_warrior]

Originally Posted by Scooby South

I am basically an inch off the tire all the way around... it could go lower..but not functional...Control arms are pretty much Parallel like they are supposed to be..

Bill

I agree looks perfect the way it is!! Bet you are liking your RS3's as well!! I love how in control they make the car feel not too much grip or too little just right.

[Scooby South]

well...I kinda glad I waited to get my alignment... after driving around for about 30 miles..and letting it sit overnight...it seems that the suspension settled a bit... nothing huge...but maybe a 1/4 in or so... I have to remeasure to see for sure....

Bill

[track_warrior]

Originally Posted by Scooby South

well...I kinda glad I waited to get my alignment... after driving around for about 30 miles..and letting it sit overnight...it seems that the suspension settled a bit... nothing huge...but maybe a 1/4 in or so... I have to remeasure to see for sure....

Bill

Pic please!! and thanks for the tip on breaking them in.

[Scooby South]

Originally Posted by pcasso87

Pic please!! and thanks for the tip on breaking them in.

[track_warrior]

Originally Posted by Scooby South

Looks perfect!! Hopefully you have no rubbing issues when autoxing so you can leave it at that height since it looks perfect!!

Cheers man

[*KID*]

DAM that looks beautiful. Perfect Stance, and perfect meat on them wheels.

[jamal]

Originally Posted by Scooby South

http://www.kw-suspension.com/us/index.php

direct from KW's website. they have a variety of designs... their Clubsport models are INVERTED.. but I think the Var3's are monotube...

This is for the Var 3's

V1,2,3 and clubsports are twin-tube, not inverted.

Some of the KW Race stuff is mono-tube but I'm not sure they make many inverted shocks. Some have a big sleeve with a linear bearing for reinforcement, which looks like an inverted shock but is not (wrx and evo group n 3-ways for example).

edit- this fancy thing for example is not actually an inverted shock: