H&R Lowering Springs on Base F-Type
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H&R Lowering Springs on Base F-Type
Hi all,
I've searched a good amount and really cannot seem to find a straight answer to this: How do H&R lowering springs feel on a base model F-Type?
If folks could chime in on the following aspects of ride quality, I'd very much appreciate it.
1) Body Roll reduced at highway speeds 70+ MPH (I assume greatly)
2) Are the spring rates too high for the base dampers? In other words, is there any pogo effect on large undulations on the freeway?
3) What is the incremental NVH (Noise, vibration, harshness) after install?
Thanks in advance.
I've searched a good amount and really cannot seem to find a straight answer to this: How do H&R lowering springs feel on a base model F-Type?
If folks could chime in on the following aspects of ride quality, I'd very much appreciate it.
1) Body Roll reduced at highway speeds 70+ MPH (I assume greatly)
2) Are the spring rates too high for the base dampers? In other words, is there any pogo effect on large undulations on the freeway?
3) What is the incremental NVH (Noise, vibration, harshness) after install?
Thanks in advance.
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Michael94 (08-03-2018)
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Hi all,
I've searched a good amount and really cannot seem to find a straight answer to this: How do H&R lowering springs feel on a base model F-Type?
If folks could chime in on the following aspects of ride quality, I'd very much appreciate it.
1) Body Roll reduced at highway speeds 70+ MPH (I assume greatly)
2) Are the spring rates too high for the base dampers? In other words, is there any pogo effect on large undulations on the freeway?
3) What is the incremental NVH (Noise, vibration, harshness) after install?
Thanks in advance.
I've searched a good amount and really cannot seem to find a straight answer to this: How do H&R lowering springs feel on a base model F-Type?
If folks could chime in on the following aspects of ride quality, I'd very much appreciate it.
1) Body Roll reduced at highway speeds 70+ MPH (I assume greatly)
2) Are the spring rates too high for the base dampers? In other words, is there any pogo effect on large undulations on the freeway?
3) What is the incremental NVH (Noise, vibration, harshness) after install?
Thanks in advance.
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I had the VelocityAP lowering springs on my previous base V6. There was definitely a pogo effect and the VAP springs are significantly more conservative than the H&R ones - I would personally recommend you don't do it.
You'll also struggle a little bit with traction off the line, although I was pushing 460 hp so that didn't help . Are you planning on any other mods?
You'll also struggle a little bit with traction off the line, although I was pushing 460 hp so that didn't help . Are you planning on any other mods?
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The Eibach kit is indeed the best option. First of all lowering the car too much reduces your suspension travel, secondly, the height sensors on your control arms will provide inaccurate feedback to your DSC. My car has Eibach springs and beefier anti-roll bars. The latter was what truy changed the car's composure in turns.
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Panthro (12-21-2023)
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A number of people complain about body roll of F-type. I am always puzzled by this, as stock S suspension in track mode is adequate for me even when pushed on the track. Could it be better? Sure, you could always get something better no matter what your starting point is. However, and especially in everyday driving, F-type suspension is up to the task and hard to improve. What impresses me about stock S setup is that it is sufficiently stiff without being punishingly hard and is great for both track and road use.
So when OP mentions body roll at highway speeds, I wonder what is the use case? High-speed slalom on the interstate while running away from the cops?
So when OP mentions body roll at highway speeds, I wonder what is the use case? High-speed slalom on the interstate while running away from the cops?
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I had the VelocityAP lowering springs on my previous base V6. There was definitely a pogo effect and the VAP springs are significantly more conservative than the H&R ones - I would personally recommend you don't do it.
You'll also struggle a little bit with traction off the line, although I was pushing 460 hp so that didn't help . Are you planning on any other mods?
You'll also struggle a little bit with traction off the line, although I was pushing 460 hp so that didn't help . Are you planning on any other mods?
The Eibach kit is indeed the best option. First of all lowering the car too much reduces your suspension travel, secondly, the height sensors on your control arms will provide inaccurate feedback to your DSC. My car has Eibach springs and beefier anti-roll bars. The latter was what truy changed the car's composure in turns.
A number of people complain about body roll of F-type. I am always puzzled by this, as stock S suspension in track mode is adequate for me even when pushed on the track. Could it be better? Sure, you could always get something better no matter what your starting point is. However, and especially in everyday driving, F-type suspension is up to the task and hard to improve. What impresses me about stock S setup is that it is sufficiently stiff without being punishingly hard and is great for both track and road use.
So when OP mentions body roll at highway speeds, I wonder what is the use case? High-speed slalom on the interstate while running away from the cops?
So when OP mentions body roll at highway speeds, I wonder what is the use case? High-speed slalom on the interstate while running away from the cops?
How are you defining "everyday driving"? To and from office? A mile back road sprint?
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In Texas, there are longer sweeping highway turns which you should be able to take at 70MPH. When I do so, the car rolls heavily to one side as opposed to staying planted and in place. When the car does roll, you can feel the abrupt weight transfer of the car to one side, and it's not the most pleasant thing.
How are you defining "everyday driving"? To and from office? A mile back road sprint?
Just a thought.
Last edited by F-typical; 08-05-2018 at 11:50 AM. Reason: spelling
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unlike unhingd my ride was effected, the GF notes often on how much better it rode before the H&Rs. i like it, but after driving a shiny new 400 for a few hundred miles recently i must say mine rides rough. i would also not recommend the H&R spring unless that is what your looking for. On the positive they look great! The body roll is virtually eliminated and that will contribute to slightly more wheel spin in a strait line hard launch with less of it being "absorbed" in the chassis. i don't have the base suspension so my opinion is based on my V8S with active suspension.