Pedders or kwv3

[Gibbo205]

I did FRPP swaybars, but they all give the same result irrelevant of which ones you buy.

I am not typing a lengthy response, as I already did a full write up of every suspension modification in my handling guide, so go and have a read.

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[Cati]

Frpp sway bars are made by eibach just fyi

 

[Elnrgt500]

I have installed FRPP strut and shock kit and Steeda progressive springs Im not that happy with this setup i tend to get a lot of spring slap or what ever thats called with the Steeda springs. I have even added extra sleeves to all four springs and still can feel them contacting I find myself bracing when hitting bumps lol . The ride on motorway is first class but on our everyday roads its to harsh . I am looking at switching to coil-overs possibly some K&W's .

 

[Gibbo205]

I have installed FRPP strut and shock kit and Steeda progressive springs Im not that happy with this setup i tend to get a lot of spring slap or what ever thats called with the Steeda springs. I have even added extra sleeves to all four springs and still can feel them contacting I find myself bracing when hitting bumps lol . The ride on motorway is first class but on our everyday roads its to harsh . I am looking at switching to coil-overs possibly some K&W's .

Why I prefer linear springs, the coils don't slap each other and even though I own Steeda ultralite linear springs I don't think much of the Steeda quality to be honest, pretty average.

If I was to do suspension again I'd just go KW V1 or V3 for a perfectly matched no stress setup, ride will be as good if not better.

Though from what I hear the FRPP and Eibach progressive springs do not have the slapping of coils issue.

 

[avocet]

Kwv3's are here so I'm going to attempt to fit the fronts, the rear is going to be a problem for me lol.
For those that run them what's the range of lowering and what settings have worked for you?

 

[Cati]

Go with recommended and tweak for there

 

[Gloucesternige]

As an onlooker here, I can only comment on my experience with quite a few coil overs I've used in my long lifetime..

I've had Tein, KW, Ohlins and Steeda. Out of all these I would say old Teins are set way too hard, unlike their newer setups such as flex A and flex Z, which are great for performance driving and the odd track day. Maybe one day they'll make them for the S550?

KW has always left me a little confused. they're not particularly cheap and I've yet to find a set up that rides nice and handles well. I also don't like the purple plastic rings on the spring seats. They do have a very good reputation, and as has been said are fully rebuildable.

Ohlins DFV street kits are overpriced, very poorly packaged and aren't even made in Sweden.. they're all made in Asia... the ride quality is no better than Tein Flex A in my opinion, based on the kits for a GT86. We should also not Ohlins have just revised their 86 kits and are now MUCH softer and are being described as a little Mushy by our friends in the USA.(I currently have the old Ohlins and Tein flex A for my GT86.)

I had Steeda coilovers on my S197. They were by far the worst coilover kit i have ever had. they ruined that car for normal driving. I used to cringe at the sight of a small pothole, awaiting the shell buckling crash as the car went over it!!

As for these Pedders, they "look" great to me, and at their price are very desireable. I would be concerned about the top rear shock adjuster if you drive in all weather, it will probably get clogged up in no time with grit and muck? I like the fact they have adjustable ride height independant of spring preload, which is something the KW is lacking.
The Pedders set up is also Monotube, which is cool and all parts look well finished. Will I buy it?? probably, unless Tein come out with a flex A kit before my car arrives.

I realise people may not be interested in my tales, but I'm just trying to explain my experiences, giving some foundation to my opinion that the Pedders is worth a shot??

 

[Stuntman]

Big fan of KWs. I've ran them on 4 of my cars.

 

[Gibbo205]

Big fan of KWs. I've ran them on 4 of my cars.

This transformed the M3 and the default settings are fine on track but the road default settings are way to harsh. Took me some fiddling but the M3 rides so well now and grip levels in the wet are insane. KW is top stuff but on a UK road stock settings are a bit meh.

 

[avocet]

I like the pedders, I've gone through some adjustments and the basic 8 clicks from hard seems to work, not harsh but you feel the road in a good way.15 is soft, with the boot loaded up on the motorway it's a bit twitchy.I like the adjustment cogs, nice positive clicks.
The kw's are a present, already I don't like the adjustment on them, with that silly single knob thats in the kit, but I feel I need to change them over to see what all the fuss is about lol.I'm wondering if I can get away with leaving the pedders rear springs in and fit the kw rear shocks for a while.My back pain won't let me drop that rear cradle :tsk: I reckon the front struts and rear shocks won't be too bad a job.

 

[Ritchie]

Where do the Eibach coilovers fit in amongst these?
I have just bought a set along with the anti roll bars.
I'm beginning to think I maybe should have went for the KWs.
Although, they do say "Made by KW" on them!

 

[avocet]

They look good, try them and report back
Kw make roush aswell.

 

[Ritchie]

They look good, try them and report back
Kw make roush aswell.

You'll have a wait, I don't get the car until July!

 

[avocet]

:lol:
First must do mods Exhaust and lowering!

 

[Gloucesternige]

Do the Eibach coilovers have adjustable ride height without altering the spring preload?
For me this is pretty much a must have feature, even though it can be a lot weaker on the front struts. The threaded portion will snap when hit really hard, I mean REALLY hard!!

I had a look at the Tein site earlier, they are making springs for the S550, so may well make coilovers?? If they do, the flex A kit will be a great all rounder, I guarantee it!! It won't cost the earth either.

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