Now that Tarmacs are out - rear spring ?

Andy STI · 02-09-2007, 06:07 PM

I understand the reason for the rear linear spring on RCE Tarmac 2 coilovers but how does that change daily driveability when compared to the rear progressive spring on V3s?

I will be tracking my car 10-15 times this year and I am planning on buying coilovers (V3 or RCE) but I was wondering how much the linear spring will change things from a daily standpoint. I will be calling RCE next week but I would like some opinons from the suspension gurus here.

Thanks

***BoostJunkie*** · 02-09-2007, 06:16 PM

The rate on the progressive coils on the V3's doesn't exactly function in the same way that it does on OEM style springs. They are softer than the linear coils and do take out some of the harshness but it's not as huge of a difference in ride quality as you might think. The linear spring alone will make the rear end of the car more predictable, and the other upgrades that come along with the RCE coilovers over the regular V3's are the icing on the cake. I really don't think you will regret going for linears, the ride quality is still great for coilovers.

**RaceComp Engineering** · 02-09-2007, 07:35 PM

One thing that we downplayed on purpose is that the Tarmac 2's use the top of the line KW race spring which uses a high quality coil material. With that said the key to the linear conversion will be the rates.

We are selling linear conversion for people who already have V3s and for people who want our T2s, but want the progressive rear, we can get that also. ITs win-win for less.

Many people ordered the 350/300 rates and we set those settings before they shipped so when people get them, they dont have to do anything other than install them. From there, they can make adjustments.

call us and we can advise you accordingly.

Myles

Andy STI · 02-09-2007, 09:31 PM

You guys are great. Thanks for the help.

**RaceComp Engineering** · 02-09-2007, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoostJunkie

The rate on the progressive coils on the V3's doesn't exactly function in the same way that it does on OEM style springs. They are softer than the linear coils and do take out some of the harshness but it's not as huge of a difference in ride quality as you might think. The linear spring alone will make the rear end of the car more predictable, and the other upgrades that come along with the RCE coilovers over the regular V3's are the icing on the cake. I really don't think you will regret going for linears, the ride quality is still great for coilovers.

Oh and Dan,........ Mike and I are having "CHILLI night" when your seats come in and your seats will be the choice of our butts. We will then perform the new FTGET on your new seats. ( Flatulence Technology Group Endurance Test).

Ok, sorry that was wayy OT.

Myles

Andy STI · 02-09-2007, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaceComp Engineering

Ok, sorry that was wayy OT.

Myles

Yeah, don't be messin up my thread.

02-09-2007, 06:07 PM	#1
Andy STI Professional STI Racer Car: '05 STi Fav Mod: Britax Roundabout Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 818 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (5)	Now that Tarmacs are out - rear spring ? I understand the reason for the rear linear spring on RCE Tarmac 2 coilovers but how does that change daily driveability when compared to the rear progressive spring on V3s? I will be tracking my car 10-15 times this year and I am planning on buying coilovers (V3 or RCE) but I was wondering how much the linear spring will change things from a daily standpoint. I will be calling RCE next week but I would like some opinons from the suspension gurus here. Thanks This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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02-09-2007, 06:16 PM	#2
*BoostJunkie* Sold My Soul For Mods Car: '05 CGM STi Fav Mod: Track Time Location: Bethesda, MD Posts: 6,688 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2004 Trader Rating: (14)	The rate on the progressive coils on the V3's doesn't exactly function in the same way that it does on OEM style springs. They are softer than the linear coils and do take out some of the harshness but it's not as huge of a difference in ride quality as you might think. The linear spring alone will make the rear end of the car more predictable, and the other upgrades that come along with the RCE coilovers over the regular V3's are the icing on the cake. I really don't think you will regret going for linears, the ride quality is still great for coilovers.

02-09-2007, 07:35 PM	#3
RaceComp Engineering Authorized Vendor Car: 2008 Pinarello FP5 Fav Mod: New Underwear after a 147mph slide into turn 17 at Sebring in the rain....still got 3rd.. Location: Columbia, Maryland Posts: 3,410 IWSTI Addict since: Apr 2005 Trader Rating: (10)	One thing that we downplayed on purpose is that the Tarmac 2's use the top of the line KW race spring which uses a high quality coil material. With that said the key to the linear conversion will be the rates. We are selling linear conversion for people who already have V3s and for people who want our T2s, but want the progressive rear, we can get that also. ITs win-win for less. Many people ordered the 350/300 rates and we set those settings before they shipped so when people get them, they dont have to do anything other than install them. From there, they can make adjustments. call us and we can advise you accordingly. Myles

02-09-2007, 09:31 PM	#4
Andy STI Professional STI Racer Car: '05 STi Fav Mod: Britax Roundabout Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 818 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (5)	You guys are great. Thanks for the help.