new springs vs. skip pad results
#1
new springs vs. skip pad results
There have been many posts concerning replacing springs and/or shocks. Most of them are specifically looking for the drop, with the assumption that a lower center of gravity equates to better handling. Has anyone seen/done any skip pad tests to see if the results are measurably different? I did a search but the closest I got was a comparison of the G35 handling to a suspension modded Max. Only the G35 numbers were reported. I realize that most people do not have the facilities for making these measurements. I'm hoping someone can point me to some vendor measurements. Thanks.
#2
Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by ajahearn
There have been many posts concerning replacing springs and/or shocks. Most of them are specifically looking for the drop, with the assumption that a lower center of gravity equates to better handling. Has anyone seen/done any skip pad tests to see if the results are measurably different? I did a search but the closest I got was a comparison of the G35 handling to a suspension modded Max. Only the G35 numbers were reported. I realize that most people do not have the facilities for making these measurements. I'm hoping someone can point me to some vendor measurements. Thanks.
There have been many posts concerning replacing springs and/or shocks. Most of them are specifically looking for the drop, with the assumption that a lower center of gravity equates to better handling. Has anyone seen/done any skip pad tests to see if the results are measurably different? I did a search but the closest I got was a comparison of the G35 handling to a suspension modded Max. Only the G35 numbers were reported. I realize that most people do not have the facilities for making these measurements. I'm hoping someone can point me to some vendor measurements. Thanks.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
#3
Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by Maximam
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
#4
Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by Maximam
Skid pad testing has alot to do with grip. Springs, shocks & sway bars will help keep the tires in contact with the ground helping #s but, you can get the same result with race tires.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
Skid pad testing has alot to do with grip. Springs, shocks & sway bars will help keep the tires in contact with the ground helping #s but, you can get the same result with race tires.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
#5
Re: Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
A great example of this is a few weeks ago I was on vacation in San Diego. There is an exit going off to Sea World/Pacific Beach. It is a 360 degree loop. I manually shifted to 2nd and floored it all the way around the loop and the tires did not lose grip at ALL. I was so impressed! My dad was in the car and commented on how he was just waiting for the tires to break loose but they never did.
On the other hand I don't think I would fair as well in several tight turns in succession. This is where the suspension comes into play.
Those Potenza RE950s have my total confidence!
Tony
On the other hand I don't think I would fair as well in several tight turns in succession. This is where the suspension comes into play.
Those Potenza RE950s have my total confidence!
Tony
#6
Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by Maximam
Skid pad testing has alot to do with grip. Springs, shocks & sway bars will help keep the tires in contact with the ground helping #s but, you can get the same result with race tires.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
Skid pad testing has alot to do with grip. Springs, shocks & sway bars will help keep the tires in contact with the ground helping #s but, you can get the same result with race tires.
My point is skid pad is cool but the better factor is slalom speed, this shows the cars ability to negotiate corners with grip AND control.
Personally I try to keep my "changes" to the bang for the buck. I've done the RSB/FSTB because they are cheap and easy. Especially easy to remove should some warranty situation arise. I considered the RSTB but that seemed like a very small gain for the hassle.
The next alternative is to replace my tires or do more suspension work. They both cost around $1k-1.5k to do. Tires are easier to hide (but I'm not suggesting getting racing tires) so I will probably go that route.
It would seem that replacing springs/shocks route would be the last resort. The question then is do I go with the high end (with dial-able shocks) or keep it simple.
Slalom results would be great but I've never seen any statistics for these. The closest I've seen is the Car & Driver TV show commenting on the slalom test but not report anything quantifiable.
Anyways thanks for the input.
#7
Check TireRack spring tests...after reading
those there should be no question, lowering springs do improve real-world performance/handling
Also note where they say H&Rs are harsher than Eibachs.....
Also note where they say H&Rs are harsher than Eibachs.....
#9
No, it's not a typo, please read report on
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Re: Check TireRack spring tests...after reading
Originally posted by Galo
those there should be no question, lowering springs do improve real-world performance/handling
Also note where they say H&Rs are harsher than Eibachs.....
those there should be no question, lowering springs do improve real-world performance/handling
Also note where they say H&Rs are harsher than Eibachs.....
I did note that H&R=harsher in the past, but I wrote it off b/c they weren't testing Maximas. I think there's a pretty good consensus of H&Rs being near stock and Mathew just reported that they soaked up bumps better than stock - which makes me wanna cry...
#11
LOL!!! Well, the only way this debate will
be settled will be when one of us (not moi!) takes both the H&R springs and the Eibach springs to a shop who has the capability of measuring actual effective spring rate...
Both Eibach and H&R will tell you that since their springs are progressive there's no such thing as a spring rate which is horsepucky....any shop properly equipped will be able to measure total deflection (compression) when subjected to -say- a 500 lb load....less deflection = stiffer spring.
Both Eibach and H&R will tell you that since their springs are progressive there's no such thing as a spring rate which is horsepucky....any shop properly equipped will be able to measure total deflection (compression) when subjected to -say- a 500 lb load....less deflection = stiffer spring.
#12
Re: No, it's not a typo, please read report on
let them get on a bumpy road and see which rides more ruff
#14
Re: Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by ajahearn
It would seem that replacing springs/shocks route would be the last resort. The question then is do I go with the high end (with dial-able shocks) or keep it simple.
Anyways thanks for the input.
It would seem that replacing springs/shocks route would be the last resort. The question then is do I go with the high end (with dial-able shocks) or keep it simple.
Anyways thanks for the input.
Springs/shocks in my opinion is the first thing to do along with a rear bar which you have.
#15
Re: Re: Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by Maximam
Springs/shocks in my opinion is the first thing to do along with a rear bar which you have.
Springs/shocks in my opinion is the first thing to do along with a rear bar which you have.
#16
Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by ajahearn
Why not the tires? I find that the tires break loose on me all too easily. And they don't hold well through the corners. There still seems to be a great deal of debate on which is the best spring/shock combination.
Why not the tires? I find that the tires break loose on me all too easily. And they don't hold well through the corners. There still seems to be a great deal of debate on which is the best spring/shock combination.
A Maxima with quality 235/45/17 tires with a good spring/shock/bar setup will outperform most peoples driving abilities.
#17
Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: new springs vs. skip pad results
Originally posted by ajahearn
Why not the tires? I find that the tires break loose on me all too easily. And they don't hold well through the corners. There still seems to be a great deal of debate on which is the best spring/shock combination.
Why not the tires? I find that the tires break loose on me all too easily. And they don't hold well through the corners. There still seems to be a great deal of debate on which is the best spring/shock combination.
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