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Better Handling for the Coupe???

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Old 06-06-2005 | 08:35 PM
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Better Handling for the Coupe???

Ok, I read many posts, but I want an opinion:

I want to have better handling in my coupe, but my stock shocks are ok for now (few miles), so I don't want to buy a new shocks and I don't want to drop the car too much (or else I'll scratch my front bumper every where ) I only want to decrease the big understeer (front roll,rigth word?) of the car, I drive in many country side roads with plenty of curves

The best way I find for now was installing a new sway bar, but what brand its best to reduce understeer AMG, Brabus, eibach, H&R?
Installing only at front or both?

There is another way to fix it?

(I also just ordered the new C7 17x8.5'' wheels for the rear with 245/40 tires)

Thanks guys
Old 06-07-2005 | 06:41 AM
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I have the same question. I like my 05 SS suspension, it handles well, I just want it to corner a little flater, and I dont know if I changing just the sway bars will do much on this car. Also lowering is not an option, I'll never clear some of these driveways!
Old 06-07-2005 | 07:33 AM
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Sway bars are an option. Changing your tire pressure front to back ratio will also help a tad. More in the front than the rear - I believe. Maybe some of the race crowd can elaborate.
Old 06-07-2005 | 09:56 AM
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you can increase the front or lower the rear. On the street, I run 38F/35R on my RA-1s. Here's a "corrections sheet" I found real quick with google. http://rogerkrausracing.com/overundr.html


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