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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 01:16 PM
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Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks the cross posting is annoying. Oh and I love my C5/C6 H&R coilovers!
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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Is there any weight savings with this setup?
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by CanyonRunninZ06
Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks the cross posting is annoying.
exactly.

from the users rules thread:


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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Blue Lightening
Is there any weight savings with this setup?
Actually yes, there is. Albeit small. If I remember correctly, our current set up saves a scant 3lbs over the OEM leaf and shock package.

BUT..

Our new Feather Light Generation coilovers will have an additional weight savings....stay tuned!
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by imavettegirl
exactly.

from the users rules thread:


The rules listed below are here to make the forums easier to use and more conducive to friendly discussion. Violation of the rules below may result in sanctions up to and including immediate removal of posting rights:


No cross-posting in multiple forum sections
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That is true...the part you are not paying attention to is 'users rules'

Supporting vendors have that priveledge. Like others have said, don't get all upset about it, if you don't like the duplicate posts don't read them...seems simple.
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Toque
Very true about the Coil over install. I experienced the very same when I installed my coil overs this spring. I was shocked at how improved the car felt in every aspect !

Key points I read:
1.) It makes the car easier to drive, and easier to drive faster. I agree 100%.
2.) There are some great points in here that dispel the myth that coilovers are for race cars only. I agree totally. I don't race my car but wow did it ever drive better, and soak up the bumps so much better than before.
3.) Ride Quality is improved, not worsened. I agree 100%.

I also noticed that steering feel is much improved, and the car turns much easier now. Hard to describe, but I noticed it immediately !

Good post thank you !

Toque

PS.... There are some haters on here with just about everything. Don't may any attention to it... Its sad but there is always one in a bunch...

Has to be the best upgrade I did to my car. (especially now that I upped the HP) LOVE THEM
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 09:18 PM
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I would like to know what happened to the inverted featherlight shock coil over setup that Pfadt promised and never produced.
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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by jornahow
I would like to know what happened to the inverted featherlight shock coil over setup that Pfadt promised and never produced.
I would keep your eyes peeled come mid november, with a timely announcement some where around SEMA.... but you didn't hear that from me...
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