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12-19-2006, 08:51 PM
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koni question
when using the koni shock/aftermarket spring is suspension geometry fixed as it is with coilovers? i understand that RCA and drive shaft spacers are required to completely fix suspension geomtry, but i'm trying to compare the konis and coilovers.
12-20-2006, 12:29 AM
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Originally Posted by mgp 2675,Dec 20 2006, 04:24 AM
And for anyone that can answer his question, please answer mine too.
Would Koni Yellows lower my car even more? I just have Eibach springs.
Would Koni Yellows lower my car even more? I just have Eibach springs.
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12-20-2006, 03:13 AM
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s2k_9000rpm Posted on Dec 20 2006, 06:51 AM
With "fixed" you mean "at OEM hight"?
There are multiple possibilities.
Koni + stock spring @ high perch = OEM hight.
Koni + stock spring @ lower perch = a bit lower.
Koni + aft. spring (with OEM lenght) @ high perch = OEM hight.
Koni + aft. spring (with OEM lenght) @ lower perch = a bit lower.
Koni + aft. spring (shorter then OEM) @ high perch = a lot lower.
Koni + aft. spring (shorter then OEM) @ lower perch = a lot lower.
2 out of 6
I don't know if it is necessary to use spacers with only a 1/2 inch drop with the koni's on lower perch and OEM springs.
I guess it is when using shorter springs, on the lower perch.
It all depends on the drop once the car is back on its wheels IMO.
With drops more then 1 inch I would use spacers and RCA's (allthough I have to admit I don't know what they are)
RunUrAss Posted on Dec 20 2006, 10:29 AM
I would like to add:
Koni's are adjustable, in damping, not in ride hight. (like adjustable coilovers)
Once you have chosen your perch you can not change it without taking the whole shock absorber assembly apart.
when using the koni shock/aftermarket spring is suspension geometry fixed as it is with coilovers?
There are multiple possibilities.
Koni + stock spring @ high perch = OEM hight.
Koni + stock spring @ lower perch = a bit lower.
Koni + aft. spring (with OEM lenght) @ high perch = OEM hight.
Koni + aft. spring (with OEM lenght) @ lower perch = a bit lower.
Koni + aft. spring (shorter then OEM) @ high perch = a lot lower.
Koni + aft. spring (shorter then OEM) @ lower perch = a lot lower.
2 out of 6
i understand that RCA and drive shaft spacers are required to completely fix suspension geomtry
I guess it is when using shorter springs, on the lower perch.
It all depends on the drop once the car is back on its wheels IMO.
With drops more then 1 inch I would use spacers and RCA's (allthough I have to admit I don't know what they are)
RunUrAss Posted on Dec 20 2006, 10:29 AM
anyone correct me if i'm wrong but the koni yellow's will NOT lower your car depending on what perch you set them on..the koni's are adjustable and if you put it on the highest perch it'll act as "oem" shocks (in terms of height)..lowest perch and you'll get an additional .5inches to the ground.
I would like to add:Koni's are adjustable, in damping, not in ride hight. (like adjustable coilovers)
Once you have chosen your perch you can not change it without taking the whole shock absorber assembly apart.
12-23-2006, 04:46 AM
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I dont understand whats 'perch'
how can we adjust it?
I have koni w/ tanabe GF210 spring on my car, and it's super low..the wheels keep hitting the fenders when driving on bumps.
I kinda wanna switch back to OEM spring instead of tanabe's , but would that look ugly with 18'' rims?...
how can we adjust it?
I have koni w/ tanabe GF210 spring on my car, and it's super low..the wheels keep hitting the fenders when driving on bumps.
I kinda wanna switch back to OEM spring instead of tanabe's , but would that look ugly with 18'' rims?...
12-23-2006, 05:19 AM
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was2k Posted on Dec 23 2006, 02:46 PM
More to read and see here:
UTH DIY => https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=303417
You have to decide before install what perch you're going to use.
Koni Yellows have 2 perches.
I dont understand whats 'perch'
how can we adjust it?
how can we adjust it?
More to read and see here:
UTH DIY => https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=303417
You have to decide before install what perch you're going to use.
Koni Yellows have 2 perches.
12-23-2006, 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by SpitfireS,Dec 20 2006, 04:13 AM
Koni + aft. spring (shorter then OEM) @ high perch = a lot lower.
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12-23-2006, 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by mgp 2675,Dec 23 2006, 02:43 PM
Would that apply to Eibach springs? I assume mine are shorter cause I have a 1.5" drop. I really don't want to lower my car any more but I need some new shocks.
12-23-2006, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by negcamber,Dec 23 2006, 12:12 PM
Yes...the Koni upper perch is supposed to be at OEM height. So if you get lowering springs on the Koni set to the upper perch, it will lower the car the same amount it would if you were using OEM shocks instead.
12-23-2006, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by mgp 2675,Dec 23 2006, 03:59 PM
So if I buy Koni shocks I can pretty much leave it at its current height?