performance package vs koni shocks and struts

[db252]

As someone who likes to change things on the car all the time, I will say that I’ve been on my current setup for over two years and still have no desire to change. 95% dd street driving and all that comes with that and 5% road course. Completely pleasant yet very sporty on street and very reactive on track. FR track struts/shocks with their matched sway bars on steeda ultralite springs. Keep in mind every other piece of my suspension has been changed which factors (bushings to bearings/end links/roll center correction/shock mounts/etc).

There are plenty of setups that can be extremely better but they become more specialized for a certain purpose so finding that right balance can be a chore plus another persons perfect is another persons not so perfect. Best of luck.

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[BmacIL]

FR track struts/shocks with their matched sway bars on steeda ultralite springs.

I'm sure this handles and rides quite well.

 

[fightermatt]

As someone who likes to change things on the car all the time, I will say that I’ve been on my current setup for over two years and still have no desire to change. 95% dd street driving and all that comes with that and 5% road course. Completely pleasant yet very sporty on street and very reactive on track. FR track struts/shocks with their matched sway bars on steeda ultralite springs. Keep in mind every other piece of my suspension has been changed which factors (bushings to bearings/end links/roll center correction/shock mounts/etc).

There are plenty of setups that can be extremely better but they become more specialized for a certain purpose so finding that right balance can be a chore plus another persons perfect is another persons not so perfect. Best of luck.

I've considered the track package, but I'm leaning towards steeda ultralights and konis right now. I've got until March to make a decision, so any other input is appreciated.

 

[BlownGP]

The PP rear shocks actually have a pretty significant amount of compression damping, to the point where they're actually a bit harsh. The Konis have more rebound control available and can adequately control stiffer springs. Given the rates of the springs, the PP dampers would do ok. Something like the Ford Performance Track dampers or the Steeda adjustables would be better, as they won't be as harsh as the Koni but will still have more and better control than the PP ones. I prefer the way a good monotube drives, for DD and road course use, so I'd lean to the FP Track.

So would some some BMR springs work well with PP shocks? 1.2" front and .5" rear.

 

[BmacIL]

So would some some BMR springs work well with PP shocks? 1.2" front and .5" rear.

Yes, the PP dampers work very well with the SP080 performance springs, or SP763 min drop front performance springs.

 

[BlownGP]

Yes, the PP dampers work very well with the SP080 performance springs, or SP763 min drop front performance springs.

Thanks buddy.

I was planning on going Steeda or the Koni Orange, but you can find PP fairly cheap.

 

[fightermatt]

Thanks buddy.

I was planning on going Steeda or the Koni Orange, but you can find PP fairly cheap.

My pp dampers will be available in a couple weeks

 

[fightermatt]

Update for those who might be interested, I purchased the vogtland sport lowering springs and koni adjustables. Only been on for a couple days, but my initial impression is that the car is less bouncy, and stays flatter during cornering, breaking and acceleration. It is stiffer than the pp set up for sure but it isn't a harsh ride; a long drive is still very comfortable.

 

[BlownGP]

Looks good

 

[DeepImpact89]

Anyone know the exact parts numbers for the performance package springs and dampeners?

 

[canyon ed]

Anyone know the exact parts numbers for the performance package springs and dampeners?

I have 2 like new sets if needed

 

[canyon ed]

Update for those who might be interested, I purchased the vogtland sport lowering springs and koni adjustables. Only been on for a couple days, but my initial impression is that the car is less bouncy, and stays flatter during cornering, breaking and acceleration. It is stiffer than the pp set up for sure but it isn't a harsh ride; a long drive is still very comfortable.

We did Yellow Koni adjustables W/ Ford Racing springs, Brembos, Eibach F and R sway bars. The perfect pkg.

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