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Old 05-12-2024, 11:04 AM   #1
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Re: QA1 Coilovers Spring Rate 650-750-850?

Define "bouncy."

Are you riding so low that you are constantly tagging the bumpstops?

Are the shocks double or single-adjustable?

Shocks don't support the vehicle, so don't adjust them to crutch a spring that's too soft.
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Old 05-13-2024, 08:18 AM   #2
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Re: QA1 Coilovers Spring Rate 650-750-850?

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Define "bouncy."

Are you riding so low that you are constantly tagging the bumpstops?

Are the shocks double or single-adjustable?

Shocks don't support the vehicle, so don't adjust them to crutch a spring that's too soft.
Well, it feels like a slight "shimmy" above 50 MPH, when you hit even minor bumps in the road. Railroad tracks, it doesn't happen. You feel the bounce thru the steering wheel.
Single adjust shocks.
Don't see any evidence of it hitting the bump stops. It's not low low, coilover are about 25% up from the bottom.
Wondering if 650 springs are too soft.
I'll check the shock travel next.
Appreciate the insights
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