FR500GT's RC F-Sport Build Thread
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From: Oz
RSR springs and wheels spacers installed
So I finally had the time to get my RSR springs installed as well as some hubcentric 15mm spacers in the front and 20mm spacers in the rear. The car sits about 1.5" lower and the front is now level with the rear. As far as the ride goes, it's slightly more firm than stock but a lot less body roll and the car feels more planted. I normally drive in Sport + mode everywhere and I can hardly tell a difference. I'm used to having expensive fully adjustable coilovers but so far I am pleasantly surprised with the ride quality. The car goes back in this week for a good alignment!
So I finally had the time to get my RSR springs installed as well as some hubcentric 15mm spacers in the front and 20mm spacers in the rear. The car sits about 1.5" lower and the front is now level with the rear. As far as the ride goes, it's slightly more firm than stock but a lot less body roll and the car feels more planted. I normally drive in Sport + mode everywhere and I can hardly tell a difference. I'm used to having expensive fully adjustable coilovers but so far I am pleasantly surprised with the ride quality. The car goes back in this week for a good alignment!
Any issues with fitting the spacers? Did you use an anti seize product on the back of the spacer before fitting?
Re the new springs - does the adaptive suspension of the FSport still work with the lowered setup? Is it just the case that adaptive settings (Normal, Sport, Sport+) are just 'firmer' than before you fitted the RSR springs? Am looking at fitting these so would appreciate any feedback before pulling the trigger!
Thks
FR500 - couple of questions if you have time.
Any issues with fitting the spacers? Did you use an anti seize product on the back of the spacer before fitting?
Re the new springs - does the adaptive suspension of the FSport still work with the lowered setup? Is it just the case that adaptive settings (Normal, Sport, Sport+) are just 'firmer' than before you fitted the RSR springs? Am looking at fitting these so would appreciate any feedback before pulling the trigger!
Thks
Any issues with fitting the spacers? Did you use an anti seize product on the back of the spacer before fitting?
Re the new springs - does the adaptive suspension of the FSport still work with the lowered setup? Is it just the case that adaptive settings (Normal, Sport, Sport+) are just 'firmer' than before you fitted the RSR springs? Am looking at fitting these so would appreciate any feedback before pulling the trigger!
Thks
The adaptive suspension still works just fine since the shocks/struts were not changed. As far as the ride feel goes between the different settings, I could not tell you since I always drive my car in Sport +. Overall the ride is firmer than stock but it was not a dramatic change, just a better controlled feel.
Hope this helps!
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The spacers bolted right on and I did not use any anti seize.
The adaptive suspension still works just fine since the shocks/struts were not changed. As far as the ride feel goes between the different settings, I could not tell you since I always drive my car in Sport +. Overall the ride is firmer than stock but it was not a dramatic change, just a better controlled feel.
Hope this helps!
The adaptive suspension still works just fine since the shocks/struts were not changed. As far as the ride feel goes between the different settings, I could not tell you since I always drive my car in Sport +. Overall the ride is firmer than stock but it was not a dramatic change, just a better controlled feel.
Hope this helps!
Just went in for my first 5,000 mile service. Everything is 100%. I was a little hesitant dropping it off with the springs and exhaust installed but they never said anything about it. Actually, the valet and service manager told me how badass it sounded coming in! lol
Just an FYI for some of you guys with aftermarket parts that are coming up on your service checks!
Just an FYI for some of you guys with aftermarket parts that are coming up on your service checks!
Apexi Throttle Controller installed
My buddy rmsimmonsj was having his Apexi exhaust system installed last week and recommended this product to me after having one on his former RC F-Sport and now current RCF.
I was hesitant at first but glad I purchased one. The install is pretty straight forward and should take you about 15 minutes to an hour depending on how big your hands are and where you mount the control switch.
Find the connector at the top of your gas pedal:
Disconnecting this connector was the hardest part due to its awkward location under the dash:
I pulled off the side panel and routed the wire through the dash. I also unclipped one of the empty spots next to the BSM button and replaced it with the Apexi control switch for a nice clean factory look:
I'm still messing around with the 7 different functions but the only mode that I like (and the reason why I purchased it) is the red Hi Throttle mode. Overall I am pretty happy with this mod. It really woke the car up in the lower gears and the throttle response is MUCH quicker.
My buddy rmsimmonsj was having his Apexi exhaust system installed last week and recommended this product to me after having one on his former RC F-Sport and now current RCF.
I was hesitant at first but glad I purchased one. The install is pretty straight forward and should take you about 15 minutes to an hour depending on how big your hands are and where you mount the control switch.
Find the connector at the top of your gas pedal:
Disconnecting this connector was the hardest part due to its awkward location under the dash:
I pulled off the side panel and routed the wire through the dash. I also unclipped one of the empty spots next to the BSM button and replaced it with the Apexi control switch for a nice clean factory look:
I'm still messing around with the 7 different functions but the only mode that I like (and the reason why I purchased it) is the red Hi Throttle mode. Overall I am pretty happy with this mod. It really woke the car up in the lower gears and the throttle response is MUCH quicker.
Last edited by FR500GT; Oct 15, 2015 at 05:02 PM.
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Great setup the car is coming along. I'm just about to start some of my mods, so your thread has been inspirational to say the least.
What'd the Apexi Throttle Controller run you if you don't mind me asking -- and -- glad to hear that it wakes the car up!
What'd the Apexi Throttle Controller run you if you don't mind me asking -- and -- glad to hear that it wakes the car up!
The throttle controller makes the gas pedal A LOT more responsive even if it's already in Sport + mode. Some people might not like it like that but most people that like a drivers car will. It just makes the car feel more alive. One way to prove how it works is by pressing the Apexi button through all 7 modes as you slowly accelerate up to speed. You can literally feel and hear the car pull a little more each time as you get to the final Hi Throttle (red) mode. I just leave it in red mode at all times.
This does not add any additional HP to the car since it is not a tuner but it will make the car "feel" faster because it eliminates the delay of the factory throttle response. IMO this the best and probably cheapest option since our ECU's cant be tuned. Hope this helps!
I was thinking the same thing at first. Almost as if the controller would just "dumb" down the factory settings and then at Hi Throttle (red) mode it would be back at 100%. But it's not.
The throttle controller makes the gas pedal A LOT more responsive even if it's already in Sport + mode. Some people might not like it like that but most people that like a drivers car will. It just makes the car feel more alive. One way to prove how it works is by pressing the Apexi button through all 7 modes as you slowly accelerate up to speed. You can literally feel and hear the car pull a little more each time as you get to the final Hi Throttle (red) mode. I just leave it in red mode at all times.
This does not add any additional HP to the car since it is not a tuner but it will make the car "feel" faster because it eliminates the delay of the factory throttle response. IMO this the best and probably cheapest option since our ECU's cant be tuned. Hope this helps!
The throttle controller makes the gas pedal A LOT more responsive even if it's already in Sport + mode. Some people might not like it like that but most people that like a drivers car will. It just makes the car feel more alive. One way to prove how it works is by pressing the Apexi button through all 7 modes as you slowly accelerate up to speed. You can literally feel and hear the car pull a little more each time as you get to the final Hi Throttle (red) mode. I just leave it in red mode at all times.
This does not add any additional HP to the car since it is not a tuner but it will make the car "feel" faster because it eliminates the delay of the factory throttle response. IMO this the best and probably cheapest option since our ECU's cant be tuned. Hope this helps!
Disclaimer: Does NOT gain horsepower, but it does feel like it when the unit is flashing red
Great mod for a great price!
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