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Old 07-02-10, 02:02 PM
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Hey guys is there anythign i can do for a smoother ride ? Personally it doesnt really bother me but for passengers and lady friends . I'm slammed on d2 coilovers. I also have 18 in rims? Any way to help my car be a smoother ride?
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Go back to stock suspension and tires.
Old 07-02-10, 04:46 PM
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^^what he said. no way you can get a smoother ride on coil overs vs stock suspension. either that or go with another coil over company.
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Stock D2 spring rates are pretty high. You may either want to swap out those springs or go back to stock.
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Yeah, if you want a smooth ride then you go with higher profile tires, and stock suspension. If you want a ruff better handling type where you can feel the road than keep what you have.

With 18's and low profile tires, smooth isn't possible lol
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Truth!
I've been full circle:
Old & Worn Stock --> H&R springs + KYB GR-2 struts --> Ksport Coilovers --> New Stock Struts & Springs

There's NOTHING that rides like OEM spec struts, springs, wheels and tires!

There's NOTHING that looks as good as coilovers, 18" or less aftermarket wheels and less-than-stock profile tires.
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There are "softer" quieter tires out there... right ?
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Sloooooow, how did the KYB GR-2 + H&R setup ride? Would you recommend it? I'm looking to replace my shock/spring setup and I want to keep a close to stock ride while giving the car a lower profile. Would this setup accomplish what I'm trying to do?

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