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Life of stock AAS shocks, and stock suspension opinions if you have any!

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Old Jan 10, 2002 | 09:31 PM
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Lightbulb Life of stock AAS shocks, and stock suspension opinions if you have any!

I have to admit, I kindof like the AAS system. I like relaxing after work on the drive home, and the stock ride is pretty compliant. A slightly stiffer anti-roll bar would be nicer though. There is a nice firming in "sport" mode, but a little more rear end squat then I'd like. (must be my 400 hp!)
What do people think about the stock suspension? I find there's a tiny bit too much body roll, but I think I need new bushings anyways, I can rip my steering wheel from side to side 1/4 turn in either direction quickly and the car just sortof leans around a bit, no turn in!

Also- how long do the AAS shocks usually last? I had a GXL with 134k (KM) that had a blown one, but my curent GXL has 150k (KM) and seems to be fine, they're just so damn expensive to replace, I couldn't imagine replacing all four.
I want a little flatter cornering, but I really don't want the ride to be stiff all the time!! (like driving on sport actually gets to me on bumpy roads! I like to be able to switch modes when I hit gravel or something)
Anyways, I'm rambling....
Let's hear your opinions/thoughts on the suspension.
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Old Jan 10, 2002 | 10:20 PM
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You like what YOU like.I put the AAS set up on one of my TIIs with the TII springs but found it a little soft for my liking and went to KYB.But the best change for me was to put urethane bushes on the end links and sway bar--flattened the corners very nicely and economically.PS-if you want a set of 3 AAS shocks(I sold the other rear),motors and control unit you can have them.
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Old Jan 10, 2002 | 11:39 PM
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Hey- are the TII springs harder than the N/A ones? Do they use the same shocks?
I find that the stock springs are a touch underdamped, I think stiffer springs would aggreveate the situation....
Ya, it does leave a lot to be desired for "spirited" driving, but I don't want a hardsh ride ALL the time....
Any one think they have a better ride than stock? What setup?
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