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12-31-2009, 06:02 AM

#111

cootertwo

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12-31-2009, 09:06 AM

#112

Jazzer The Cat

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Originally Posted by Super D

FR3 suspension pack. I agree. I'd like it to come down another inch. What would you recommend? I really like the way it rides now. Problem with just swapping springs is that the shocks were tuned to work in combination w/these springs by Multimatic, and they know their stuff.

1" would be likely be too much for good handling/gemetry. What drop are you now?

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01-01-2010, 11:32 PM

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Super D

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Originally Posted by Jazzer The Cat

1" would be likely be too much for good handling/gemetry. What drop are you now?

FR3 is listed as giving a 1" drop on the FRPP site, but on other sites, I've seen 1.25 - 1.5" listed. Who knows. I'd go with FRPP's description, you'd think that would be the most accurate. The FR3 pack is what comes on the Shelby and GT500 I believe. The handling and ride quality is very good, IMO. I'd like it to be a little lower still. Too bad it's not adjustable.

I have to check to make sure I have the FRPP M-5300-P springs (1" drop), and not the M-5300-K springs (1.5") drop. Looks like FRPP says either spring can be used with the dampers that come in the FR3 kit, which is good, but I don't think it's worth a change for just another .5". A full inch would be a more significant change looks-wise, not to mention lowering the roll center. But...then I'd probably have to change out to matched dampers, get an adjustable camber plate kit, possibly change out other items to get the geometry right, etc. Could turn into big dollars to really do it right. Maybe I'll just do nothing, and leave the car as is.

Your thoughts/recommendation?

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01-03-2010, 12:27 PM

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Jazzer The Cat

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After I posted, I realized you have 20" wheels and could go a bit more, but would not go 1" additional. Would also be a good idea to change the dampers if you go much lower and especially if you go that extra 1" you are considering.

I am not as up to speed with the S197's as the SN95's, but you lower my car too much and the roll-center goes below ground!

Jazzer

01-03-2010, 08:40 PM

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1slow67

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Not installed yet, but here is a picture of my new rims. 15x7s and 15x8s

01-03-2010, 09:47 PM

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01GT4.6

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HRE 560C 20x9.5" F / 20x11" R with Pirelli PZero 275/30/20 front, 295/30/20 rear

Gloss black barrels, gloss metallic charcoal centers on the wheels

wow, that's a beautiful pony.

01-10-2010, 09:57 PM

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Szat

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Originally Posted by Super D

HRE 560C 20x9.5" F / 20x11" R with Pirelli PZero 275/30/20 front, 295/30/20 rear

Gloss black barrels, gloss metallic charcoal centers on the wheels

Hey looking to pick up a set of HRE in the next couple of months in a similair size. If you don't mind me asking, how much did the wheels/tires set you back? PM me if you don't want to post in thread. Also, what made you choose this set instead of the ones you posted earlier? They look good man!