Boxster S Suspension Set-Up
08-15-2003 | 07:47 PM
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Boxster S Suspension Set-Up
I'm looking for info on suggested suspension settings for a '01 Boxster S (stock). Specifically, I want a setting that will strike a balance between good tire wear and improved handling on the track (emphasis maybe slightly more on handling since the car is not driven a ton). The car is a "spirited" weekend driver that will see occasional DE time...a street aggressive setting is what I guess I'm looking for.
What are the factory camber and toe-in settings on the '01 Boxster S?
Given my explanation, what would are the suggested ideal compromise camber and toe-in settings? I've heard the following:
FRONT:
camber: -1.0 front (or max out the camber setting)
toe: 0
REAR:
camber: -1.5 rear (up to -2.0)
toe: 1/8" toe in
Thoughts? What are other Boxster owners going with?
What are the factory camber and toe-in settings on the '01 Boxster S?
Given my explanation, what would are the suggested ideal compromise camber and toe-in settings? I've heard the following:
FRONT:
camber: -1.0 front (or max out the camber setting)
toe: 0
REAR:
camber: -1.5 rear (up to -2.0)
toe: 1/8" toe in
Thoughts? What are other Boxster owners going with?
08-16-2003 | 12:42 AM
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J-RAD:
Those figures look OK to me except for front camber. I do not think you will be able to get the amount of front camber (1.5 deg) for best handling and minimizing understeer without some different hardware (camberplates).
Those figures look OK to me except for front camber. I do not think you will be able to get the amount of front camber (1.5 deg) for best handling and minimizing understeer without some different hardware (camberplates).
08-18-2003 | 01:08 PM
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Without lowering the car, you might not get -1.0 in front. Each car is slightly different. I know of many Boxsters that can't get -1.0.
Depending on your driving style and what kind of events you do, you might try a bit of toe out in front. That will help the car turn in better.
When my Boxster S was lowered, I went with -2.5 all around (I was running Kumho VictoRacers) and zero toe up front and about 1/8" toe in for the rear. If you use a different tire or are not as aggressive in the corners, your camber needs will be different.
Depending on your driving style and what kind of events you do, you might try a bit of toe out in front. That will help the car turn in better.
When my Boxster S was lowered, I went with -2.5 all around (I was running Kumho VictoRacers) and zero toe up front and about 1/8" toe in for the rear. If you use a different tire or are not as aggressive in the corners, your camber needs will be different.
