Bilstien/H&R initial settings
08-07-2004, 11:11 PM
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Bilstien/H&R initial settings
I am in the process of replacing my stock suspension with the Bilstien HD and H&R combo. What should the initial length of the front and rear assemblies be?
I realize that an alignment and corner balance will change the setting. Also, my front Bilstiens came with boots and bump stops - the rears didn't. I understand that if I cut 3/4 inch from the original stops I could re-use them. Do I really need boots? Could not find any boots or stops for sale on line. Lastly, I am painting my calipers and want to stencil the PORSCHE logo back on. Anybody have advice?
I am stuck!
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OP964
I realize that an alignment and corner balance will change the setting. Also, my front Bilstiens came with boots and bump stops - the rears didn't. I understand that if I cut 3/4 inch from the original stops I could re-use them. Do I really need boots? Could not find any boots or stops for sale on line. Lastly, I am painting my calipers and want to stencil the PORSCHE logo back on. Anybody have advice?
I am stuck!
Thanks
OP964
08-08-2004, 03:15 PM
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If you mean the perch height, I am not sure that there is an initial setting. IIRC, the H&R sport will drop the ride height about 1" to 1 1/2", assuming the same perch height as you had with your stock dampers.
I guess I would start out be setting the perches the same, then see what the ride height looks like, and set it as you like (Euro RS is typically quoted at 25 1/2" to the front fender lip, and 25" to the rear, IIRC).
Once you are OK with the ride height, get it up on scales and get the corner weights where they need to be.
I think the general consensus is that the corner balance is king, even if that results in slight ride height differences.
BGL
I guess I would start out be setting the perches the same, then see what the ride height looks like, and set it as you like (Euro RS is typically quoted at 25 1/2" to the front fender lip, and 25" to the rear, IIRC).
Once you are OK with the ride height, get it up on scales and get the corner weights where they need to be.
I think the general consensus is that the corner balance is king, even if that results in slight ride height differences.
BGL
08-09-2004, 03:06 PM
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OP964,
I just put the same Bilstein HD and H&R setup on my '93. For starters, I laid my old shocks next to my new ones and lowered the spring perches by 1/2 inch. I think the new shock is slightly shorter anyway, so the final setup will be lower. The new Bilsteins may have internal wipers, but the boots will keep grime out. I would check with your supplier. I'm sure they would love to sell you some boots.
Good luck,
Steve
I just put the same Bilstein HD and H&R setup on my '93. For starters, I laid my old shocks next to my new ones and lowered the spring perches by 1/2 inch. I think the new shock is slightly shorter anyway, so the final setup will be lower. The new Bilsteins may have internal wipers, but the boots will keep grime out. I would check with your supplier. I'm sure they would love to sell you some boots.
Good luck,
Steve