From SUV via FSD to ROW
09-28-2012, 06:18 PM
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From SUV via FSD to ROW
High time that this gets done, the car is still on the original suspension from 1998. Got the FSDs from Gert Carnewal in Belgium several weeks ago, along with new M033 springs and the front impact bar. Finally they are getting installed just over the weekend. Also using the opportunity to upgrade to Walrod bushings, can't wait to getting her back next week.
Some "before" pictures included below. It look as if she is wearing trousers which are a tad too short, don't you think?
Some "before" pictures included below. It look as if she is wearing trousers which are a tad too short, don't you think?
09-28-2012, 07:01 PM
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Thanks, MartinC2S. I've done a lot of research on the suspension and arrived at the FSDs, the coilovers are surely a more advanced better system, but for my purposes I landed on the Konis. I'm sure your choice will be great! After shots will be posted, I am slowly returning the car to euro specs. Need a KMH speedometer, but they are hard (and expensive) to come by.
09-28-2012, 08:08 PM
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You can send your speedo to North Hollywood speedo, and they will change it over for you for not too much money. They quoted me a few years ago, and IIRC it was about $300.00.
That inner metric scale is difficult to read through polarized sun glasses.
That inner metric scale is difficult to read through polarized sun glasses.
09-28-2012, 08:40 PM
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ah, thought that suspension looked like US ride height!
Good luck with the project
New suspension is a great improvement over the original, especially given the years/miles/kilometers on these cars at this point
Good luck with the project
New suspension is a great improvement over the original, especially given the years/miles/kilometers on these cars at this point
10-13-2012, 03:22 PM
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Thread update with a few pics from the install below. Initial impressions after a limited number of test miles: surprisingly little difference from the original, 24 K miles Monroes, I must say. I had expected a more noticeable change in the ride, having gone from Monroes and M030s to Koni FSDs, M033s, new bushings (unfortunately not the Chris Walrods - they are not TÜV approved, and the mechanic refused to install them, as it would disqualify me for the annual EU approval - bummer) and new tie rods. Going for a more spirited drive through some alpine passes tomorrow, I guess I'll get a more accurate impression of the Koni performance then. Car down to 144 mm, from US SUV. Looks much better, I must say.
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10-13-2012, 06:48 PM
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The Konis were high on my list to replace my Monroes. Surprised they are not much different after so much positive feedback. Maybe they need some time to break in. Be interested to hear your impressions after a few more miles. May have to consider some PSS10s.
10-13-2012, 10:32 PM
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The C2S looks great having coming down from the USA SUV ride height. I'm curious what becomes of the newly installed Koni FSD dampers coupled with the C2S Euro spec M033 spring set. Good luck.
10-13-2012, 11:00 PM
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Looks great! New bushings, either way, will be a great improvement. I won't second guess your mechanic, but does the inspection really look at the type of bushings?
10-14-2012, 03:16 AM
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Thanks, guys. Just on my way out to form more of an impression on some alpine twisties this morning, can't wait.
On passing the Euro-inspection and spotting the bushings: The fact that they are red makes them stand out. FD Motorsport has kindly agreed to swap them for some black ones instead. I should have thought of that earlier.
On passing the Euro-inspection and spotting the bushings: The fact that they are red makes them stand out. FD Motorsport has kindly agreed to swap them for some black ones instead. I should have thought of that earlier.
