The Steeda Dual Rate Comp Spring is not even in the same league as the standard or pp spring rates. These springs are designed for the on track performance enthusiast with exceptional ride quality, paired up with our adjustable Pro-Action shocks. Plus, it provides a awesome stance.
Fixed the clunk @ low speeds over bumps, left front strut shoulder wasnt fully flush against top hat, causing torque to be correct but seating incorrect.
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Thank you for sharing! Awesome pic!Referencing my prior post from 7/28/17 (#148 page 10)
Well, I FINALLY got to try out the new Steeda dual-rate springs, adjustable shocks, etc. on track at MSR - Cresson, TX, last weekend.
The car felt great, and the biggest thing I noticed was the ability to get down into Apexes, where I have not been able to before.
Initial settings: (Thanks for the recommendations Steeda team!)
Front & Rear shocks: 1.25 turns from Soft
Front Swaybar: 2nd hole (from end/softest)
Rear Swaybar: Last hole (end/softest)
Camber: F -2.6*, R -2.0* w/ slight Toe out
Results: I actually did not really improve my best time over my prior run at the same track in March. But, my average times were much more consistent and probably 1~2 seconds lower. I blame the lack of setting a new personal best more on me at this point. I'm still learning the car, as this is only my 3rd time running the 2017, after years in my 2008 S197.
I did have the confidence to take my "Red-check" and am now in the highest run group with The Drivers Edge.
Will be running again in a few weeks, and once I get comfortable, I'll start looking at how to dial-in the car. [I have to change the diff and tranny fluid, got the "Diff overheating warning". Pushing "too hard"!
Thought I'd share a picture that most shows the suspension at work below. The outer tires are planted, and there is a bit of body roll, but not much considering the "soft-ish" settings.
Thanks Steeda! :ford:
Congrats on the promotion to red! If you are at MSR Houston on the 18th, we'll have to talk. Looks like we have the same setup, but I have different swaybar settins. I'm the same in the front as you, but second hole rear. And since you're red, you can give me a rideReferencing my prior post from 7/28/17 (#148 page 10)
Well, I FINALLY got to try out the new Steeda dual-rate springs, adjustable shocks, etc. on track at MSR - Cresson, TX, last weekend.
The car felt great, and the biggest thing I noticed was the ability to get down into Apexes, where I have not been able to before.
Initial settings: (Thanks for the recommendations Steeda team!)
Front & Rear shocks: 1.25 turns from Soft
Front Swaybar: 2nd hole (from end/softest)
Rear Swaybar: Last hole (end/softest)
Camber: F -2.6*, R -2.0* w/ slight Toe out
Results: I actually did not really improve my best time over my prior run at the same track in March. But, my average times were much more consistent and probably 1~2 seconds lower. I blame the lack of setting a new personal best more on me at this point. I'm still learning the car, as this is only my 3rd time running the 2017, after years in my 2008 S197.
I did have the confidence to take my "Red-check" and am now in the highest run group with The Drivers Edge.
Will be running again in a few weeks, and once I get comfortable, I'll start looking at how to dial-in the car. [I have to change the diff and tranny fluid, got the "Diff overheating warning". Pushing "too hard"!
Thought I'd share a picture that most shows the suspension at work below. The outer tires are planted, and there is a bit of body roll, but not much considering the "soft-ish" settings.
Thanks Steeda! :ford:
Chris, I would love to hook up! Maybe you can come to camp Steeda next year? We would give you ride or let you drive one of our several S550 test vehicles.Congrats on the promotion to red! If you are at MSR Houston on the 18th, we'll have to talk. Looks like we have the same setup, but I have different swaybar settins. I'm the same in the front as you, but second hole rear. And since you're red, you can give me a ride
Hey Mike! Havent talked to you in a while! If I can make it, I'd love to! Sounds like a blast. I know I'm loving my car right now. Let me know if you need a "tester" for the front control arms lol
Interested in hearing the engineering behind them. As you can see from my signature, my car has all Steeda parts on it already haha
Chris,Congrats on the promotion to red! If you are at MSR Houston on the 18th, we'll have to talk. Looks like we have the same setup, but I have different swaybar settins. I'm the same in the front as you, but second hole rear. And since you're red, you can give me a ride
haha!! Yeah, I went with pretty much Steeda everything and built a track car lol I'm still in blue group with Drivers Edge, hopefully I get that fixed this next track day
Since you're red, I should be able to go with you. they say you can ride with anyone in Red solo.
I will definitely let you know when the new control arms available. Of course I will give you and TennTex a fantastic deal!Hey Mike! Havent talked to you in a while! If I can make it, I'd love to! Sounds like a blast. I know I'm loving my car right now. Let me know if you need a "tester" for the front control arms lol
haha!! Yeah, I went with pretty much Steeda everything and built a track car lol I'm still in blue group with Drivers Edge, hopefully I get that fixed this next track day
But keep a lookout for sure! I want to run MSR Cresson next year when they do the 3.1 big track as well as NOLA. That track looks fun too. Sad they closed TWS. I loved it there.
Chris,
