Ride is too hard - help!
#1
****** of disaster
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ride is too hard - help!
I just picked up a '93 FD which has some mods on it. One of which is a set of springs (dont know what type) which have lowered the car about an inch. However, the ride is WAY too hard - what do I need to do? New springs? Are the shocks shot (car has 77k on it, 7k on new engine)? Are coilovers shocks and springs in one? Any help appreciated...I commute in Hollywood which has some of the worst streets ever, need a much smoother ride.
Thanks again in advance...
Thanks again in advance...
#2
cool story bro
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Berkeley
Posts: 158
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Dont' FDs ride hard anyway?
I think the spring rate might be too high. If the shocks are dead, the car will float like a Buick and feel kinda bouncy.
I recommend adjustable coilovers (For height and/or ride), but I'm also new to the world the FD3S, so I can't give you brand names...
I think the spring rate might be too high. If the shocks are dead, the car will float like a Buick and feel kinda bouncy.
I recommend adjustable coilovers (For height and/or ride), but I'm also new to the world the FD3S, so I can't give you brand names...
#3
****** of disaster
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by AREITU
Dont' FDs ride hard anyway?
I think the spring rate might be too high. If the shocks are dead, the car will float like a Buick and feel kinda bouncy.
I recommend adjustable coilovers (For height and/or ride), but I'm also new to the world the FD3S, so I can't give you brand names...
Dont' FDs ride hard anyway?
I think the spring rate might be too high. If the shocks are dead, the car will float like a Buick and feel kinda bouncy.
I recommend adjustable coilovers (For height and/or ride), but I'm also new to the world the FD3S, so I can't give you brand names...
#4
****** of disaster
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I've just been told that it might be the suspension bushings that causes the crashing sound/feeling - is this true, and where could I get replacements (any idea of cost?).
Any help appreciated
Any help appreciated
#5
reliable performance
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: MA, USA
Posts: 383
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Bushings may be part of the problem, but if the car has been lowered 1 inch that's an awful lot to take out of an FD suspension. You may be bottoming out. I'd start by replacing the springs. Also check the shocks for leakage.
A good suspension person will be able to tell if your bushings are bad. Usually you'll sort of see them oozing out of shape or the center of the donut won't be tight around the suspension component.
A good suspension person will be able to tell if your bushings are bad. Usually you'll sort of see them oozing out of shape or the center of the donut won't be tight around the suspension component.
#6
****** of disaster
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by JConn2299
Bushings may be part of the problem, but if the car has been lowered 1 inch that's an awful lot to take out of an FD suspension. You may be bottoming out. I'd start by replacing the springs. Also check the shocks for leakage.
A good suspension person will be able to tell if your bushings are bad. Usually you'll sort of see them oozing out of shape or the center of the donut won't be tight around the suspension component.
Bushings may be part of the problem, but if the car has been lowered 1 inch that's an awful lot to take out of an FD suspension. You may be bottoming out. I'd start by replacing the springs. Also check the shocks for leakage.
A good suspension person will be able to tell if your bushings are bad. Usually you'll sort of see them oozing out of shape or the center of the donut won't be tight around the suspension component.
#7
Rotary Enthusiast
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Montreal, PQ
Posts: 985
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
hate to break it to you, you rproblem in harshness is not the springs, but your wheels, nothing kills a ride like 18s, you tires are huge. put stock back on and enjoy the ride.
Trending Topics
#8
Hakeem, I've the same set-up(Eibach progressive 1" drop, bilsteins and 18"s). Looks sweet and rides ok on most decent roads, but it's hell on the buck-board LA freeways. Haven't bottomed out either(yet). Do you rub under launch or is it stiffened in the rear? PM if you want to discuss.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
AMOC
SE RX-7 Forum
1
09-10-15 09:42 AM
Nosferatu
2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992)
7
09-05-15 02:13 PM