Which Suspension to buy?

[austrian type-R]

You can always buy from KW an aluminium coilover setup, costum design and $$$$$$

 

[nsxnut]

Have you ridden in an NSX or Driven a NSX with Type R suspension? I have it and most people who drive it on the street feel that it is way to stiff. On the track though it is awesome.

Unfortunately, I feel many of the suspension recommendations come due to personal perferences. I would love to try the CT vs. Type R vs. KW vs. JRZ on identically set up cars on the same track on the same wknd. Then only could one make an objective decision.

Either way - have fun at the track and be safe!

No I have not driven the NSX-R suspension. I am by no means an expert. I have an idea what I prefer with my car setup. Mileage may very.

My main point is a car setup for the track may be dreamed to harsh for the street. Some are more than willing to make that sacrifice some are not.

 

[ChopsJazz]

FWIW, I have the Type-R suspension and love it. It is not soft, nor stiff, but instead I would describe it as firm and balanced. The spring rates seem to perfectly match the dampers.

 

[nsxnut]

FWIW, I have the Type-R suspension and love it. It is not soft, nor stiff, but instead I would describe it as firm and balanced. The spring rates seem to perfectly match the dampers.

Ken:
When are we going to see you at the track?

Later,
Don

 

[Dtrigg]

FWIW, I have the Type-R suspension and love it. It is not soft, nor stiff, but instead I would describe it as firm and balanced. The spring rates seem to perfectly match the dampers.

Ken,

How would you compare your suspension to mine?

Doug

 

[e.pie]

I've been itching to get NSXR suspension for a while now, just waiting on my other car to sell

 

[ChopsJazz]

Ken:
When are we going to see you at the track?

Later,
Don

Hopefully soon!

Ken,

How would you compare your suspension to mine?

Doug

Mine is much firmer. As a daily driver it would be difficult to live with. But as a weekend car it is really fun. When it comes out of the shop we'll make some comparisons. :biggrin:

 

[TURBO2GO]

Any additional weight of the V3 over a cheaper aluminum JDM coilover is more than offset by the ride quality and performance of the V3. If a suspension gains you tenths or even seconds on the track by being easier to drive, more compliant and comfortable, keeping the wheels on the ground, and stable; those benefits far outweighs being slightly heavier.

For the street-minded, the better damping of the V3 improves ride quality more than a lighter, cheaply built damper.

Any wheels heavier than stock would make a more noticeable affect than a heavier damper. If you have heavy wheels, a subwoofer, Nav system, stock heavy exhaust, stock seats, spare tire, stock steering wheel, or ate that burger for lunch instead of that salad, you have more important weight savings to consider than a heavier damper, especially one with the performance of the V3.



0.02

I understand what you are saying, and agree. I am just trying hard to shave weight off my car. Is the reason they are not alu a cost thing? or some other reason? I understand this is not a 4K setup.