So whats the advantage of coilovers?

Post by **paul bristol uk** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:26 pm

Laugh if you must but what is the difference between ordinary suspension and coilovers? My Lude does not have them but the Soarer's are factory fitted. I am not trying to wind anyone up but what is the advantage of these things. Bare in mind when I started driving independent front suspension was a selling point.

Keep it simple please

vtectom · Post by **vtectom** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:40 pm

Lower centre of gravity.

Less roll so more grip.

Less 'bound' & 'rebound' so
more body control.

Looks better than oem

CrunchyAdams82 · Post by **CrunchyAdams82** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:45 pm

- Adjustable ride height/spring rate
- Adjustable damper force (stiffness)
- Sturdier construction

In a nutshell, they give you the ability to alter the vehicle's geometry to best suit it's characteristics, or your individual driving style.

Post by **Ammo** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:45 pm

No advantage to a pensioner

vtectom · Post by **vtectom** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:46 pm

Front to rear spring and damper
rates should be more balanced.

Oem settings have a built in
understeer safety factor

Post by **paul bristol uk** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:52 pm

Thankyou for the information I understand now. Oh and Tom If we ever meet up I shall insert my walking stick up your bottom!

vtectom · Post by **vtectom** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:03 am

...what will you do to Ammo?!!

Post by **paul bristol uk** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:07 am

vtectom wrote:...what will you do to Ammo?!!

Ammo's name is Tom, sorry if I scared or excited you.

Post by **Ammo** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:18 am

Shh don't tell everyone my real name

Post by **paul bristol uk** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:21 am

Ammo wrote:Shh don't tell everyone my real name

Behave yourself then or I will tell them you are ginger as well!