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Is the tein RA too stiff?

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Old Dec 20, 2002 | 03:49 AM
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Is the tein RA too stiff?

Im thinking about getting this set up? the spring rate is 16 kg front and rear. It sounds alittle stiff? anyone has this set up? hows it feel? I like a stiff ride, but i dont want my neck to break when i hit a bump. thanks
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Old Dec 20, 2002 | 05:11 AM
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It is definitely stiff for the street. I would not suggest it. You may not break your back but you may bruise a kidney. hehe.

Use them on the track where they will really shine. You'll want lower spring rates for the street to keep that tire on the ground.
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Old Dec 20, 2002 | 01:09 PM
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it's damn stiff. i have a set. but i like a harsh ride. heh.
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Old Dec 20, 2002 | 06:24 PM
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16K is pretty stiff for street. But for the RA, I think the rear shock can only handle spring rates up to 12K? I remember seeing that from their site. You might want to give them a call or email to confirm that. Otherwise the rear would be underdampened and performance would actually be worse.
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Old Dec 21, 2002 | 06:09 PM
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Takumi has stated some good advice. You'll definitely want to contact Tein to find out it's damping limits.
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