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Originally Posted by racerxj17 any one else have issues with "clunking" type noises? when the chassis flexes, there is an audible noise coming from the car, almost like a thud.

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Old 09-18-2009, 08:32 PM   #7 (permalink)
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any one else have issues with "clunking" type noises? when the chassis flexes, there is an audible noise coming from the car, almost like a thud. all suspension points are tight, and the sway bars are well greased. i expect some noise, but its loud enough that it bothers me and raises questions from passengers.

i am running BC racing coilovers, and hotchis sways.

on a side note, the car feels VERY responsive, there is literally no body roll felt (it will literally pick the inside rear tire OFF the ground about 3" when entering a driveway at an angle, sometimes causing me to back out since the limited slip sucks and it just spins the tire....)

BUT i feel like the grip of the car has decreased. the car doesnt feel as planted, and seems easier to slide. it is very controlable, and its not just the rear, or front, better yet all around grip. i have a feeling that since my camber has not been adjusted and is still negative (around 2.5 front, 3.0 rear) perhaps the car cannot lean enough to put the contact patch of the tire on the ground.

any insight on the above would be appriciated.

Jon
Well, the thing about using racing coilovers is that they normally do lower the car and throw off the camber and position of your tires. I would recommend that you either buy a Eibach Alignment kit or check with a mechanic. It also depends on the stiffness of your sway bars. Sway bars can really help in body roll and in controlling your car, but sway bars that are too stiff will upset the car's suspension and ruin your handling. Try lowering the stiffness of your sway bars. I know that hotckis sway bars are adjustable. Also try adjusting the dampers or shocks on your coilovers. Too much pressure on the springs and shocks and cause problems in the suspension. Sorry that there isn't a simple way to fix this, but I hope this helps...
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