sorta crestfallen...
finally got the KW v1's fitted after being on my to do list for over a year, quite a difference in the stock setup compared to the v1s, have to say that I am impressed with the ride quality as its not as hard as I expected it to be, even with literally the whole car polybushed!
Elite Motor Tune in Northampton are always my garage of choice and fitted these with no issues, then ran a full 4 wheel alignment, although Ben says it will need some time to settle before adjusting slightly. He recommended having a look at the camber as well, I can concur this as full steering adjustments under load give the sensation of spinning on its axis slightly, which points to the tyres not sitting completely flush on the road.
Pics for pervs...
FRONT
REAR
OVERALL
Conclusion?
The tyres still rub over bumps, not as bad as before, but a little protest, I can see that my arches have already suffered some paint removal in the past on the fine inner lip, but I am determined to have my cake and eat it, I am not giving up, but it does leave a bitter taste in my mouth after spending over £1500 on parts and labour (which incidentally was more than the purchase of the car was over 2 years ago...)
So, suggestions please...
1) Adjustable rear tie bars to pull the camber in (are these even available?)
2) Roll the arches?
3) Sell the wheels and be less stubborn?
finally got the KW v1's fitted after being on my to do list for over a year, quite a difference in the stock setup compared to the v1s, have to say that I am impressed with the ride quality as its not as hard as I expected it to be, even with literally the whole car polybushed!
Elite Motor Tune in Northampton are always my garage of choice and fitted these with no issues, then ran a full 4 wheel alignment, although Ben says it will need some time to settle before adjusting slightly. He recommended having a look at the camber as well, I can concur this as full steering adjustments under load give the sensation of spinning on its axis slightly, which points to the tyres not sitting completely flush on the road.
Pics for pervs...
FRONT
REAR
OVERALL
Conclusion?
The tyres still rub over bumps, not as bad as before, but a little protest, I can see that my arches have already suffered some paint removal in the past on the fine inner lip, but I am determined to have my cake and eat it, I am not giving up, but it does leave a bitter taste in my mouth after spending over £1500 on parts and labour (which incidentally was more than the purchase of the car was over 2 years ago...)
So, suggestions please...
1) Adjustable rear tie bars to pull the camber in (are these even available?)
2) Roll the arches?
3) Sell the wheels and be less stubborn?
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