Spring Pads
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1999 C43
Spring Pads
Finally gona do my suspension upgrade on my US C43. Doing Bilstein sports, Vogtlands, Kmacs in front, adjustable camber arm in rear and some other items.
Running stock 17in wheels. Question is what spring pads. Searched lot of threads and there does not seem to be a consensus on the pad sizes. I don't want rubbing but still want to get rid of that SUV look. Would appreciate some suggestions and why you like your choice.
Running stock 17in wheels. Question is what spring pads. Searched lot of threads and there does not seem to be a consensus on the pad sizes. I don't want rubbing but still want to get rid of that SUV look. Would appreciate some suggestions and why you like your choice.
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this was my c43 with hd bilsteins, h&r blue, #1 pads all around, kmacs in the front;
stock 17s, no rubbing in the back, slight rubbing against the inner fender on the front at full lock
stock 17s, no rubbing in the back, slight rubbing against the inner fender on the front at full lock
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set up is
koni adjustable shox
vogtland springs
rear axle camber arms
complete new and rear axle suspension components
car now rides like a gocart
she feels more planted on tarmac
a lot more fun to ride her than before.
this was a necessary nip n tuck suspension modification
you get new car feelings on twisty roads and all other different road situations
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05 c55 silver, 98 Imperial Red C43
I think you should be fine with any number pads. From what ive seen, vogtland springs sit a bit higher then h&r.
Isnt there a thread with suspension setups from all members here and pics? If no then one would definetly come in handy so people can have some idea of what the car might look like/behave lime on certain suspension setups
Isnt there a thread with suspension setups from all members here and pics? If no then one would definetly come in handy so people can have some idea of what the car might look like/behave lime on certain suspension setups
