R1, R2, Touring, Suspension Differences
02-09-04, 09:40 PM
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R1, R2, Touring, Suspension Differences
What is mechanically different between the R1, R2, and touring suspensions? As in different struts, springs or both?
02-09-04, 09:52 PM
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R1 - very stiff shock valving
R2 - Not as stiff as original R1
Base and touring had shocks set the same, softer than R2.
Springs and sways were the same for all.
R2 - Not as stiff as original R1
Base and touring had shocks set the same, softer than R2.
Springs and sways were the same for all.
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02-09-04, 10:00 PM
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Rear sway bar changed in 94, though I am not sure if all models changed.
The springs changed very slightly at some point, too, but it was just a few lbs/in, so I don't think it was significant.
-Max
The springs changed very slightly at some point, too, but it was just a few lbs/in, so I don't think it was significant.
-Max
02-10-04, 01:09 AM
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Quick answer: Who gives a ****? 
All the U.S. FDs are now 9+ years old. With the number of owners and miles that the majority of them have now, they've either already had the shocks and springs replaced, or they're probably due to have them replaced. Once you put a set of aftermarket springs and shocks or coilovers on the car, it really doesn't matter any more which model came with a stiffer suspension, does it?
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
All the U.S. FDs are now 9+ years old. With the number of owners and miles that the majority of them have now, they've either already had the shocks and springs replaced, or they're probably due to have them replaced. Once you put a set of aftermarket springs and shocks or coilovers on the car, it really doesn't matter any more which model came with a stiffer suspension, does it?
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
02-10-04, 10:13 AM
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Originally posted by jimlab
Quick answer: Who gives a ****?
All the U.S. FDs are now 9+ years old. With the number of owners and miles that the majority of them have now, they've either already had the shocks and springs replaced, or they're probably due to have them replaced. Once you put a set of aftermarket springs and shocks or coilovers on the car, it really doesn't matter any more which model came with a stiffer suspension, does it?
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
Quick answer: Who gives a ****?
All the U.S. FDs are now 9+ years old. With the number of owners and miles that the majority of them have now, they've either already had the shocks and springs replaced, or they're probably due to have them replaced. Once you put a set of aftermarket springs and shocks or coilovers on the car, it really doesn't matter any more which model came with a stiffer suspension, does it?
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
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02-10-04, 10:47 AM
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Originally posted by jimlab
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
I really get tired of seeing this question asked over and over again...
02-11-04, 05:12 PM
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Originally posted by racerfoo
yea...but doesn't a v8 mess up the 50/50 balance of an rx7?
yea...but doesn't a v8 mess up the 50/50 balance of an rx7?
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