I’m looking for technical help or recommendations on: whether it is practical to do what I’m thinking.
Hi, I have just picked up a 2012 Kuro (Sport Tech based Ltd Edition). It will need to be a daily and maintain ground clearance due plenty of bumps in the area. However, I will also use it for plenty of spirited weekend driving and the occasional track day.
I am wondering if it is practical to fit a revised suspension setup that will improve handling on fast road and track without dropping ride height?
Or, whether it is possible for me to fit coil overs that allow me to change between the 2 height setups myself when required?
Hope that makes sense and someone has experience of trying this.
I would suggest the units need to be set at
your required height and left there rather than have them adjusted again too often.
If you choose the type with adjustable damping then yes you can twiddle with that all you want.
Thanks, I have read the thread. I do not think it answers my question though.
I can’t afford to have a separate track car so I’m looking for a compromise that suits my situation. I may just run with the stock setup on track and make the best of it but I wanted to find out if there was an uncomplicated option for more flexibility at a reasonable price.
I have driven a few cars on track so I know how a tweaked setup can help, I just don’t know this car yet and hope someone on here has the actual experience of whether this would be practical. From what I have seen so far I might change the arb’s and refresh the oe and stick with that.
There is a fair amount of pitch and roll on it. It may need a suspension refresh as it’s done 100k. I probably need to try a low mileage one to compare.
It’s the reason why I’m considering options before doing the refresh as it’s expensive to do it twice.
I will talk to some suspension businesses as well but it’s always worthwhile getting some real world experience from people. Sometimes, not all the time, they just want to sell you stuff.
Being as you’re in the East Midlands I’d suggest having a look here below at options available (other manufacturers available of course) then get yourself over to Sheffield to Paul Roddisons on Shepcote lane for a chat about your needs.
I chose the MeisterR’s CRD’s on my last car, fitted by Roddisons. Have Meister Sportives on the current car, again fitted by Roddisons (before I owned the car)
As you can see it’s a considered purchase, the CRD’s are considered the go to option for me (always road going) with the Clubrace maybe more track and road focussed. Paul will suggest what’s best for yourself, no pressure selling take it or leave it but he’ll do a good job, a proper job.
You’ll need to obviously budget for fitting and alignment and anything else that crops up such as worn suspension bushes or adjustment bolts etc on a 100k miles car.
I think the important bit is to assess whether the suspension work as it should or not. Remember the suspension starts with the tyres.
If it needs new bushes or any changes / upgrades these changes need to work for you and for what you want to use the car. My suggestion is check the tyre pressures, check the tyres if they are decent and drive the car for a bit, spend some time to get to know it
Then I’d agree definitely have a chat with a suspension specialist but I’d suggest to have another read at the thread. There’s a lot of information there especially in the referenced explanatory videos.
Thanks, I was literally looking at the crd’s when your message came in. I see a lot of people say it is the preferred option and it sounds like Paul knows his stuff.
I will try and get a ride in a lower mileage car and get the condition of my current setup checked over before making a decision.
I can’t see any detailed info on ride height with the crds. Do you know if they are lower than stock as a minimum?
Yes it is my plan to get to know it more and talk to the pros. I’m just researching with my question so I have a wider view point before making any decisions.
If there is anyone in the East Midlands near Rutland that would give me a ride in a good condition stock suspension setup then that would be great. I’ll check the meet calender.
Re Tyres, I’m waiting for a review of the new Michelin PS5. The PS range is fantastic. Then I might get some MRF for the track and some All season for winter.
Bigger, Thicker anti roll bars will stop it from rolling about in the corners. SuperPro or Whiteline are good choices. 22mm front and 16mm rear are standard thicknesses on mx5 mk3.
A change to a 24mm or 27mm front with new bushes will sort out the rolling in bends without sacrificing ride comfort.
Yes, it’s also high on my list. I have seen the rx8 yellow suggestions.
The price of the bars, drop links and bushes always seems to bring the price close to a coil over set though, which can do the same job. If my suspension is in need of replacement soon I might as well look at the coilovers as an option. If it is ok, I will probably go with the arb and bush route.
Hi everyone
OP Please one and talk to me before spending any money…
Many people make some big mistakes by fitting the wrong stuff, yes roll bars can be good on some cars…however if you are going to track your car choosing the right suspension & spring rates is key.
IF you then fit anti-roll bars you can make it too stiff and none compliant for anything other than a slick tyre……
Hi Rodders, yes will do. Looks like my strange idea is not practical anyway.
What’s the best way, PM? Or call? I’m not in any hurry to spend money right now anyway but just looking to get it all down on paper so I can plan for it.
