fx3 suspension
Melting Slicks
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From: Northeast FL
Yes. Just don't cut the actuators off in case you ever want to go back to the better suspension. It's a desirable option if you go to resell. Cover the exposed ends of the actuators to protect them from damage.
Le Mans Master
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From: St. louis, MO
Pro
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From: O'Fallon MO
I have a 91 Z-07 which has the really stiff springs of the original Z-51 in 84, latter Z-07's were softened up. I had a Service Ride Control light on forever and recently got the problem, properly diagnosed and fixed the FX-3 Selective Ride Control. It really works great now and I can't say enough how much better the Vette feels in the softest setting. The default setting was firm when it wasn't working and rode rougher than all get out. I autocrossed it last weekend with it dialed in for performance and that worked much better as well. FX-3 is really a nice to have when its working.
Race Director
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From: Middletown, DE
Originally Posted by hardlight
FX-3 is really a nice to have when its working.
An added benefit I've found -- set to soft when the targa is off and the suspension seems to soak up more of the bumps. So, less of the dreaded "shakes."
Team Owner
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From: Lacey WA RVN 68-69
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Originally Posted by jwt1603
Yes. Just don't cut the actuators off in case you ever want to go back to the better suspension. It's a desirable option if you go to resell. Cover the exposed ends of the actuators to protect them from damage.
The shocks can be rebuilt by Bilstein and they even offer custom valving for the shocks. You can get a great autocross valving setup or even track valving. Check with Bilstein in Poway CA (near San Diego) at 1-800-537-1085 and ask for Jack French.
The FX3 controller can be replaced by one from Doug Rippie that features a removeable PROM so you can even further fine-tune the shock operation by simply replacing the PROM.
