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Old 06-04-2015, 05:11 PM   #1
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Suspension Stiffness and Potholes

Does having a stiffer suspension reduce the durability of the suspension and control components?

Here in glorious Michigan when I drive down a poorly maintained road (aka, 90% of the roads) and the road has a rough surface, there are some significant bumps and jarring about. Everytime I drive on one of these I ask myself, "shit, am I ruining this car right now?"

. . . or is the worst part about this the lack of comfort? I'm damaging my car no more than any other car on these rough road conditions?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!

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It'll be harder on upper mounts (and eventually shock towers), but I don't think it would be a significant difference to either part unless you're running MUCH stiffer springs.
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