Steeda Sport Springs and Koni STR.T's
02-18-2010, 07:58 PM
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Steeda Sport Springs and Koni STR.T's
Got the stuff installed today. I've only driven the car about 5 miles since the upgrade and my initial impression is that it is a nice improvement. Perhaps not exactly what I expected, as I'll explain.
The stance is better but I measure a 1/2" drop in the front and 1 3/8" rear. I was hoping to retain the stock "rake". The rear looks perfect, I just wish the front had dropped a bit more.
The body roll is definitely reduced and the steering seems crisper. Remember, I have not driven it enough to really know a lot, hopefully I'll get up in the twisties this weekend. My initial impression is that it is not the night and day difference in corner handling that 05-09 owners report, I suppose because the '10 handles better to begin with.
Here's the surprising thing: It rides MUCH better. Smoother, much less po-going and just generally more compliant. I was not expecting this. I'm sure when I can actually get the car in some nice curves in the country, this will translate into more confidence.
Another immediately noticeable thing is that under hard acceleration, the front doesn't rise like a boat anymore and when you hit second you really feel it. Nice.
No time for pix tonight, maybe this weekend.
The stance is better but I measure a 1/2" drop in the front and 1 3/8" rear. I was hoping to retain the stock "rake". The rear looks perfect, I just wish the front had dropped a bit more.
The body roll is definitely reduced and the steering seems crisper. Remember, I have not driven it enough to really know a lot, hopefully I'll get up in the twisties this weekend. My initial impression is that it is not the night and day difference in corner handling that 05-09 owners report, I suppose because the '10 handles better to begin with.
Here's the surprising thing: It rides MUCH better. Smoother, much less po-going and just generally more compliant. I was not expecting this. I'm sure when I can actually get the car in some nice curves in the country, this will translate into more confidence.
Another immediately noticeable thing is that under hard acceleration, the front doesn't rise like a boat anymore and when you hit second you really feel it. Nice.
No time for pix tonight, maybe this weekend.
Last edited by WeinerDog; 02-18-2010 at 08:04 PM.
02-19-2010, 04:24 PM
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Well, my initial impression was wrong. This is a night and day difference! Took the day off and got about 75 miles in the mountains. Man, this setup rocks! The body roll is gone and the car feels much lighter. The steering is incredible.
I started out on one of my favorite mountain roads, two lanes going up so no need to worry about being slowed by Camrys. Even though it was 30 degrees on the mountain and roads suck because of the salt/gravel/melting snow I was still able to push it enough to grin like an idiot. Near the top, the rear end kicked out at 65mph due to the crap road so that settled me down a bit. Totally fun, I can't wait until things warm up and the tires are sticky!
I tell ya, I feel sorry for those of you that only have on-ramps for curves. Much more fun turning than going straight.
When I ordered this car, I had a bit of trouble deciding between the glass roof or the track pack (you couldn't get both). I'm glad I decided on the GR because for much less than the TP, the car now handles the way I want it to. The only "problem" is it is not possible to go anywhere near the speed limit now on a curvy road.
Here's a couple pix of the stance, I'll post more soon.
I started out on one of my favorite mountain roads, two lanes going up so no need to worry about being slowed by Camrys. Even though it was 30 degrees on the mountain and roads suck because of the salt/gravel/melting snow I was still able to push it enough to grin like an idiot. Near the top, the rear end kicked out at 65mph due to the crap road so that settled me down a bit. Totally fun, I can't wait until things warm up and the tires are sticky!
I tell ya, I feel sorry for those of you that only have on-ramps for curves. Much more fun turning than going straight.
When I ordered this car, I had a bit of trouble deciding between the glass roof or the track pack (you couldn't get both). I'm glad I decided on the GR because for much less than the TP, the car now handles the way I want it to. The only "problem" is it is not possible to go anywhere near the speed limit now on a curvy road.
Here's a couple pix of the stance, I'll post more soon.
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02-19-2010, 09:53 PM
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I have the same stuff plus some and I definitely agree about the ride being smoother. Also I now love smashing the pedal after a light turns green when Im making a turn. I always find that even though Im turning, I takeoff way faster then any car going straight, and dust any car turning too. Suspension mods are the most fun.
02-19-2010, 10:15 PM
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And most of the time they're crammed full of cars. Ramp meters often make matters worse, too.
Glad to hear your suspension mods are making you a happy camper -- and that you can actually have fun with them without having to drive 50+ miles just to get to the twisties!
