Good suspension reference/advice for Auto-x?
06-11-2010, 07:22 AM
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Good suspension reference/advice for Auto-x?
Since I started autocross this season, I have been thinking a lot about what mods I can do to the suspension to get a little faster for next season. I drive an 00 accent and the various auto-x forums have a lot of conflicting information about suspension setups, and as many of you are aware a lot of it is "stance" related (I hate that term!). I currently have the B&G sport drop springs, and plan on keeping that. I am looking at swaybars and camber adjustment currently, but would consider other improvements.
I am really looking for a good reference to use to figure it all out, but I am open to your suggestions as well.
I am really looking for a good reference to use to figure it all out, but I am open to your suggestions as well.
06-11-2010, 01:19 PM
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IMO a great reference is: DG's Autocross Secrets
As far as personal advice goes, if you're keeping your springs buy a set of Koni yellow adjustable strut inserts. Also get a camber kit. If you have a local motorsports shop that specializes in autocross at least somewhat you can take it to them to be properly aligned. Your average tire store would be in way over their head even if you did manage to talk them into aligning it to your specs.
A rear sway bar would be a great investment. It made a world of difference on my Accent in both feel and course times.
As far as personal advice goes, if you're keeping your springs buy a set of Koni yellow adjustable strut inserts. Also get a camber kit. If you have a local motorsports shop that specializes in autocross at least somewhat you can take it to them to be properly aligned. Your average tire store would be in way over their head even if you did manage to talk them into aligning it to your specs.
A rear sway bar would be a great investment. It made a world of difference on my Accent in both feel and course times.