R50/53 back shocks bottom out on bumps
i think we are basically saying the same thing. although ive never heard that about the stock bump stops.
I'm looking for a spring rate that will not allow bottom out and a stop that will not fall apart.
KW says they will send me new ones for $9 each. But i'm hoping i can do better. I'm hoping someone has found a better way
I'm looking for a spring rate that will not allow bottom out and a stop that will not fall apart.
KW says they will send me new ones for $9 each. But i'm hoping i can do better. I'm hoping someone has found a better way
here are the powerflex stops. now I'm thinking these would fit the stock assembly but not sure about the fit on the KW coilovers.
https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/pf...-2783#attr=209
https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/pf...-2783#attr=209
did the math from these numbers and I get:
256.499938 lbs/in
4.580582 kg/mm
44.92 n/mm
thats for the rear. assuming the 2hz ride frequency (sporty ride).
so im at 200 lbs/in. which makes sense. a bit soft
hold on, I found these from powerflex. these look like they could work. I'll probably order them and have them as an option
https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/bs...cover-kit-2575
https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/bs...cover-kit-2575
My guess: The Powerflex poly are going to be slightly stiffer when you hit the bump stop but will last longer. The KW ones will probably be a little softer but, like the last set you had, may break down quickly if you are bottoming out and hitting hard on the bump stops.
My 2 cents.
My 2 cents.
Personally - Powerflex.
Those KWS still look like the typical foam rubber ones that have a tendency to breakdown in a short amount of time.
Since your Mini is lowered, you may still have to cut the bumpstops down a bit. If you cut them both - You will automatically see the difference in density and material.
I'm impressed to see you're putting such effort into understanding and fine tuning your suspension.
Those KWS still look like the typical foam rubber ones that have a tendency to breakdown in a short amount of time.
Since your Mini is lowered, you may still have to cut the bumpstops down a bit. If you cut them both - You will automatically see the difference in density and material.
I'm impressed to see you're putting such effort into understanding and fine tuning your suspension.
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