softer suspension suggestions

[peterwolds]

Hi Pete
Thankyou for 1\'st dibs,pm me a price when get them off.
Have you got an apexi ecu in already,if not you might want to concider one and a remap,you want to make the most of those mods,and keep your car running safe.
Pete

no probs
 have power fc and commander will get remap when induction and hard pipes on
Pete

[pete sparrow]

no probs
 have power fc and commander will get remap when induction and hard pipes on
Pete

Thought you did,just wanted to make sure.

[peterwolds]

Hi Pete,

Not sure how much you want to spend but although not cheap cheap hit the search button at the top and put in Tein Flex kit and you will find that from the feed back we have had from customers that this fully adjustable kit seems far and away the best suspension kit available for the FD and the RX-8 that is not only very road friendly and comfortable over the bumps n pot holes of our UK roads but also very good on track.

Had a look real good feedback,as you say not cheap though.For what i need probably too many options i use the RX on odd motorway and lots of side roads,may do the occasional 1/4 mile but not tracking it have you an alternative ?
Pete

[Gord.R]

Will get some pics when i nip down to the unit mate... what is your email?

[peterwolds]

Will get some pics when i nip down to the unit mate... what is your email?

peterwolds@aol.com

[DarranJones]

My 95 Bathurst has the same Bilstiens as yours. Punishingly hard ride and very bumpy on an uneven surface.

I\'ve been considering replacing them myself.

Just my 2p worth!  :p

[peterwolds]

My 95 Bathurst has the same Bilstiens as yours. Punishingly hard ride and very bumpy on an uneven surface.

I\'ve been considering replacing them myself.

Just my 2p worth!  :p

Darran
wish 2p would be cost of replacing,tein flex look great but for what i use the RX too many settings options and expensive just want a more comfortable ride on crapy roads at my age pmsl and cost less than teins.
will keep looking for a softer option
Pete

[MattR]

Pic on its way... the are made by JAM a japanese firm... are very good on the road , offering good damping, with little roll.. Adjustable for damping and believe they have lowering springs fitted or if not lowering springs could be fitted

Price wise looking for about £150

Let me know

Ta Gord

[pete sparrow]

Darran
wish 2p would be cost of replacing,tein flex look great but for what i use the RX too many settings options and expensive just want a more comfortable ride on crapy roads at my age pmsl and cost less than teins.
will keep looking for a softer option
Pete

Pete
Like i said!!!! Cushion would be cheaper :Laugh  :yes  :rollin r

[peterwolds]

Pete
Like i said!!!! Cushion would be cheaper :Laugh  :yes  :rollin r

pete how about a black pillow with gold shopping list on it to match RX ?  :mmmm  even sounds sexy

[pete sparrow]

pete how about a black pillow with gold shopping list on it to match RX ?  :mmmm  even sounds sexy

Now that is a good idea!!! :chat Mind if i steal it for my car??

[AtomicRex]

If you want to have the ultimate suspension, Ive just fitted some Penske double adjustables.

Should be able to test the set up in a couple of weeks at Combe.

[iaint]

If you want to have the ultimate suspension, Ive just fitted some Penske double adjustables.

Should be able to test the set up in a couple of weeks at Combe.

very, very, very nice.  How much did that set you back?

Back to Peter\'s problem...

Peter have you workd out what the problem actually is with the current set-up?  Is it just too hard or does it get bouncy and not feel solid over bumps at speed?  When changing lane at high-speed does the rear feel a bit vague and disconnected?

Mine used to have quite a harsh ride but be really unstable over bumps as the dampers had given up so I had pretty much just springs with little damping.  With decent springs and dampers it\'s now firmer but not as harsh/crashy and feels really tight - lots of feedback from both the front and back!

Not suprising that these things need replacing on our cars though - most are 12-14 years old!

[AtomicRex]

very, very, very nice.  How much did that set you back?

Rose Jointed Top Suspension Mounts   281.671
Penske 2-way dampers               2280.0875
Springs                                        387.01
Suspension Clevices              411.25

Total                                        3360.0185


But judging from my last set I bought completely worth every penny!!!

Not suprising that these thongs need replacing on our cars though - most are 12-14 years old!

oooooooooo yuk, a 12-14 year old thong!  The stains would be unthinkable!

[iaint]

oooooooooo yuk, a 12-14 year old thong!  The stains would be unthinkable!

Ugh! Not a nice image.