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my e-23 suspension (archive)
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Posted by mike wong on October 16, 2001 at 15:13:16:

In Reply to: Re: The rear end breaks loose SO easily... posted by mike wong on October 16, 2001 at 14:46:25:

my e-23 suspension:
FRONT: stock springs, HD Bilsteins, Quickor adjustable sway bar (medium setting)

REAR: stock springs, STD Bilsteins, Dinan adjustable sway bar (medium/soft)

TIRES: Firestone Firehawk SZ50 (z-rated) 225/60x15 on 15x7 alloy wheels.

standard diffential 3.46 ratio.

compared to stock, this setup provides a firmer ride with noticably less body lean. It still has minimal understeer. Quick freeway lane changes are done without body lean or 'pitching' of the car. no waiting for the body to recover to a normal stance before another lane change in the opposite direction can be executed. more control. Just turn the steering wheel and it's there.

This setup allows for even less body lean and more neutral or oversteer handling using more aggressive settings.

ps. I highly recommend using a smaller diameter steering wheel, too. e.g. 15" or slightly smaller. This effectively QUICKENS the steering ratio, and the thick grip feels so good!

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