Suspension Which coilovers to put on GP2?
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Thanks for the Wagner recommendation, after a completely OCD comparison of all the alternatives that is the one I have settled on. I decided to prioritize suspension mods first, then power. It took a while before I could pull the trigger on the suspension, but now that I have that out of the way I'm feeling the FMIC itch big time. Then a tune...
The roads in my neighborhood were laid out by just paving over the deer paths, they are a confusing tangled mess of tight twisty roads and often very bumpy. Driving last night it was amazing how much better the car feels with the Ohlins, it reminded me of my old 3 series BMW in how smooth and controlled it was, and still with instant turn in and great steering feel. I haven't driven a Mini with anything other than the stock suspension so I can't compare to other coilovers, but the Ohlins are worth every penny.
The roads in my neighborhood were laid out by just paving over the deer paths, they are a confusing tangled mess of tight twisty roads and often very bumpy. Driving last night it was amazing how much better the car feels with the Ohlins, it reminded me of my old 3 series BMW in how smooth and controlled it was, and still with instant turn in and great steering feel. I haven't driven a Mini with anything other than the stock suspension so I can't compare to other coilovers, but the Ohlins are worth every penny.
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EDIT: We've run 350/350, 450/450, and now run 450/600. The 350 square setup was by far the best compromise street/auto-x setup. The 450/600 setup is pretty uncomfortable on the street.
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