Re: 87 4kq needs new suspension

[Michael Williams <daserde@ucla.edu>]

Mark L. Chang decided to speak these words:

>I would like something _tight_ and responsive, but with the streets as
>they are in the greater Chicagoland area, well, the bone-jarring is just
>not going to work.
>

Well, the H&R springs are relatively soft, only 180lb/inch i think...But 
the coilover you can even do stock spring rates if you want...so the 
coilover is the best for flexibility...and the springs are pretty cheap 
too...

>Digging through the archives, it seems like there are conflicting reports
>on the Koni Yellows vs. the Boge TG.  Any current observations?  I'm
>tempted to go with the Boge for the price break ($200 vs. $400+), unless
>someone can convince me otherwise.
>

>From what i know the Boge's are only 20% stiffer than stock...alright, 
but nothing in terms of real performance.  I say go with the konis, they 
are great IMHO.

>Also, how much can I expect to pay for the installation of these
>components, including bushings and all those little bits?  (Guesses he
>should talk to mechanic...but seeks list advice beforehand...:>)
>

Well, hmm...if you go with the coilover (which is what i recommend if you 
want any kind of real performance upgrade) then figure 8 hours total for 
the conversion...unless of course you are handy with a welder....that 
includes changing the struts etc etc etc...

>Finally, I know there are several coil-over setups out there.  The 2Bennet
>($450), the Todd Candey/Vortrag Motorsports, and possibly some others...
>any suggestions as to how these perform?

Well, if you go with the 2b, you can go direct from the source for 
399...www.groundcontrol.com

i just realized that a little while ago.  If you want a comfortable ride 
that is still great, tryto stay in the mid 200's as far as spring rates 
go...

and go with longer springs...9-10 inches are ideal...


later...


Michael Sheridan Williams
ICQ# 11740998

1985 4000 S Quattro 183,000+ miles, Koni Yellows/Coilover (2B), strut 
brace, Sport 8000 Tires, K&N, MOMO 4pt harnesses, Hella XL Driving lights 
(excuse me, auxilliary low beams) (2x135w), magnecor wires....<out of 
breath>
1986 Oceanic Blue, 4000CS Quattro--Parting Out(ask if you want anything)
My father's: 1986 4000 CS Quattro--Graphite 161,000 miles

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