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Unusual Suspension ?
Published (2009-11-10 11:03:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by zgjim Is it possible to rework the suspension to handle these rough roads with out ruining the character of the car? New shocks, new bump stops and higher profile tyres seem to be what are called for. If you could pick up some used '99AE shock assemblies for cheap, they'd be ideal for a DD. imo. I'd still install FM bump stops into them, though.
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Unusual Suspension ?
Published (2009-11-10 02:13:00)
Illuminas and FCM bump stops.
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Unusual Suspension ?
Published (2009-11-10 14:41:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Doppelgänger Do a search for "Raceland coilovers". Although the name references the word "race", they are actually proven to be far from their namesake. They are actually softer than stock springs and shocks. Sounds like a perfect application for these $250 coil overs. Racelands are junk. Even the hard heads at CR.Net admit they suck.
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Front suspension rebuild help.
Published (2009-11-08 20:32:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Sinceninetyone I already solved my steering problem and just set up a parallel reference point. I need to adjust toe a lot because I am rubbing when the wheel is turned all the way. What about the camber bolts? what should they be at? The marks on the adjuster eccentrics are for reference only. The amount of change between each mark changes depending on where they are in rotation, and the actual eccentric position...
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Need new rear calipers; The 01+...
Published (2009-11-10 19:17:00)
The Sport rotors are larger. The Sport caliper brackets move the caliper out further. The Sport rear calipers look the same as the 99 rear calipers, but they have a larger piston inside. 1999 rear calipers are identical to 1990 rear calipers. So if you're looking for a visual change, the calipers don't mean anything. Stick with what you have. But that last tidbit is important - you'll get a softer pedal and more rear brake bias...
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NB Shocks on NA Car
Published (2009-11-07 09:12:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by wannafbody Is a NB Bilstein valved aggressive enough for a 450# front spring? I don't know, I didn't run it. Wallijonn was referring to the springs I ran on a previous Koni setup. They may be rated for it...but in my personal opinion I wouldn't run it. The 450/350 combo kept the Konis too busy...and I tried different damper settings. The NB Bilstein HDs have too much high speed damping for stock...
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Spec Miata Suspension - Page 2 -...
Published (2009-11-09 16:29:00)
they're stock...the part#s listed on mazda comp are the OTS bilstein part #s. I think everyone re-valves them though.
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Seeking lightness in my fully...
Published (2009-11-04 17:20:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by wallijonn Turbo, It would seem that you bought the wrong car. You should have gotten a base model (not even an A package) Miata. Or an R model. You could have sought out a Miata with steel wheels - that's the tip off that there is no power steering, no AC, no power windows, no cruise control, no leather seats, no power antenna, no ABS. No LSD. For a project car I'd probably pick up an NA6 base model....
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Latest active threads on Suspension, Handling & Brakes::
Started 1 day, 8 hours ago (2009-11-11 08:39:00)
by nitin24
When I first got my 95 back in May, one of the first things I need to do was install new shocks, so I went with Koni Sports. My plan is to now build up my suspension around those shocks. I plan on getting the following:
Koni threaded sleeves/perches
2.5" spring seat adapter
450/300 7" long springs
FM rear shock mounts
FCM 36mm bump stops
FM sway bars
If you want a stance that ...
Started 1 day, 14 hours ago (2009-11-11 03:16:00)
by gtxhawaii
There are not just two alternative methods.
I remove the lock nut on the upper ball joint, whack the top of the upright/hub sideways with a hammer, it comes off the tapered shaft of the ball joint, hub and lower A-arm fall away from the upper A-arm, I remove the shock. I have a 5' section of pipe to counter any lower arm bushing preload, no problem as of yet. I may try the long bolt method yet, ...
Started 1 day, 8 hours ago (2009-11-11 09:06:00)
by Stilton A. Cheese
Correction: 80 square miles, not 800 square miles.
Started 2 months ago (2009-09-07 10:27:00)
by wannafbody
FM supplies bumb stops with their kits. If you want a firm ride go with the FM springs. If you want higher performance go with the GC coilover.
Started 1 day, 9 hours ago (2009-11-11 08:02:00)
by Bob Boyer
I ran the FM Stage 1 suspension for about a year with a different ARB package ( RB 1.125" front bar/14mm MazdaSpeed rear bar) and found it to be a significant step up from the Bilstein-based Hard S suspension you are referring to. With the shocks set at 2/2, it was a competent, more comfortable daily driver and when I dialed up the shocks for autocross, they responded very well.
Good grip, ...
Started 1 year, 9 months ago (2008-02-08 22:10:00)
by Shaikh@FatCatMotorsports
Depends upon the tire, but I've used 450/325 with Azenis RT-615 and found it acceptable for street use. Those springs are a good place to play for street and track use. You can go stiffer (and with RA1s you might need more spring) but it sounds like you want a reasonable ride height for hill climbs. For a time I used 550/350 with RA1s and it was a good setup. The sway combo sounds fine.
If...
Started 1 week, 6 days ago (2009-10-30 10:50:00)
by fla-miata
I would guess he would need to fab up one set for the miata world to see and then have someone ( objective) test the unit for stiffness, weight, rigidity..etc..etc.. My .02.
Started 1 day, 22 hours ago (2009-11-10 19:17:00)
by Keith
The Sport rotors are larger. The Sport caliper brackets move the caliper out further. The Sport rear calipers look the same as the 99 rear calipers, but they have a larger piston inside. 1999 rear calipers are identical to 1990 rear calipers.
So if you're looking for a visual change, the calipers don't mean anything. Stick with what you have. But that last tidbit is important - you'll get a ...
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-03 22:13:00)
by cymx5
You can rent these with a refundable deposit from your local auto parts store.
If you're looking to purchase, disregard my comment .
Started 2 days, 21 hours ago (2009-11-09 19:54:00)
by Thumper 13
Stay with the stock springs and you have your pick of a bunch of shocks. Money and individual preference will help you decide. I am partial to Illuminas,but you have Konis Bilies KYB AGX and more. Adjustable or non adjustable. For stock you have GR 2 Koni SRT Tokico Blues and lots more. Use the search button.
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Hot threads for last week on Suspension, Handling & Brakes::
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-03 22:13:00)
by cymx5
You can rent these with a refundable deposit from your local auto parts store.
If you're looking to purchase, disregard my comment .
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-05 16:49:00)
by nocrash
Well, right on Brembo's website are their quality certification for their foreign manufacturing plants...
http://www.brembo.com/ENG/AboutBremb...eignPlants. htm
Should TR match origin of boxes of like parts?
Started 5 days, 14 hours ago (2009-11-07 02:33:00)
by SignOfZeta
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-04 10:42:00)
by wallijonn
One? Many!
Yes, it can be done. It usually raises the NA 1 inch higher, so the best thing to do is install springs which would lower an NB 1 inch. No, you can't use NA shocks mounts. No you can't use NA springs. Yes. you have to get all the associated parts. http://www.finishlineperformance.com...me.php?cat= 330
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-04 06:34:00)
by canstett@hotmail.com
A daily driver without carpet or sound deadening would drive me insane after about 2 days.
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-03 23:13:00)
by Nice91
Yes you can if you are using the factory top mounts too. But.......why would you?
Take a look online for the KYB SB108 bump stop & boot, they are half the price, give you more travel and they use the modern style foam instead of hard rubber like the old OEM ones.
Started 2 days, 21 hours ago (2009-11-09 19:54:00)
by Thumper 13
Stay with the stock springs and you have your pick of a bunch of shocks. Money and individual preference will help you decide. I am partial to Illuminas,but you have Konis Bilies KYB AGX and more. Adjustable or non adjustable. For stock you have GR 2 Koni SRT Tokico Blues and lots more. Use the search button.
Started 5 days, 21 hours ago (2009-11-06 19:21:00)
by 1x4x9
Anyone? Pretty please. : )
Started 5 days, 23 hours ago (2009-11-06 18:06:00)
by cymx5
8 years and 17 posts later, bourbon slithers out of the dark and into the suspension forum...
From what I understand, the Bilsteins are stiffer. However, you may be interested in the KYB GR2 over the AGX (I presume the goal is the comfort, not adjustability). The GR2 is a factory-type replacement which many folks use and approve.
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-04 13:37:00)
by jon winship
I have a 2001 LS with 16" brakes. Mine indicates "sports S" and I use the larger pads. This means that you need the pads for the large brakes. Unless the previous owner changed something they should be an exact fit unless somehow Moss sent you the wrong pads in the "right" box.......................Jon 01 LS
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