Question for the Suspension Gurus

[Myweepony]

Hello Gurus, thankyou for reading.

Short story: How do I set the optimum length of the Pedders rear shock/damper?

The plan: To fit Pedders adjustable kit and CB005 in a couple of weeks, after first service.

My method would be to lift car and remove old shocks/dampers. Loosen diff carrier bolts, lower and replace spring, fit CB005 kit one side at a time. Snug up carrier bolts. Loosen what ever to clock bushings and adjust ride height with springs. Tighten bushings. Lift car, if spring is loose in the seats, raise arm until trapped, measure damper mounting holes, set shock/damper to that length. Check everything is tight, drive a little bit then take to alignment place.

So, what happens if the spring is tight in its seat? Do I just set the shock/damper to the measured length or do I pre-load it 5 or 10mm, then set the shock/damper to the measured length?

Or, am I talking out me bum and need to do something else entirely different.

As usual, all answers appreciated.

Cheers

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[Burkey]

Have a look at the install guide for AirLift bags here:
http://www.airliftcompany.com/content/manuals/CK-98021.pdf

Air lift uses BC racing dampers/struts which is exactly what your Pedders stuff is based on.
They mention the exact method for working the damper length.

Just an FYI, the uptake rate for Pedders vs BC racing is very low in Australia (home of Pedders) cos they market them at nearly double the price of the BC racing stuff.

 

[Myweepony]

Thanks for that Burkey.

I'll have a read when I've got a bit of free time.

That's strange, as Pedders is one of the cheaper options in the UK.

Thanks

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