[Z06] pfadt question (pics inside)
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pfadt question (pics inside)
Hello,
I just bought a set of used pfadt coilovers, and would like to know what spring rates they are running, I know the rears are 600 pounds eibach springs i can see the codes clearly, but the fronts carry A8.2x229 code on the spring.
I searched the net a coudlent find anything for A8.2x229 springs, could it be 229lb front springs ?
another question are these the Drag Package or the Street Singles
here are some pictures:
I just bought a set of used pfadt coilovers, and would like to know what spring rates they are running, I know the rears are 600 pounds eibach springs i can see the codes clearly, but the fronts carry A8.2x229 code on the spring.
I searched the net a coudlent find anything for A8.2x229 springs, could it be 229lb front springs ?
another question are these the Drag Package or the Street Singles
here are some pictures:
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Hello,
I just bought a set of used pfadt coilovers, and would like to know what spring rates they are running, I know the rears are 600 pounds eibach springs i can see the codes clearly, but the fronts carry A8.2x229 code on the spring.
I searched the net a coudlent find anything for A8.2x229 springs, could it be 229lb front springs ?
another question are these the Drag Package or the Street Singles
here are some pictures:
I just bought a set of used pfadt coilovers, and would like to know what spring rates they are running, I know the rears are 600 pounds eibach springs i can see the codes clearly, but the fronts carry A8.2x229 code on the spring.
I searched the net a coudlent find anything for A8.2x229 springs, could it be 229lb front springs ?
another question are these the Drag Package or the Street Singles
here are some pictures:
Let me know if you have any other questions!
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Even though the spring says Eibach, the damper body it's self where all the magic really happens is a Pfadt unit.
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Yes plz, since i have a stock c5z with stock wheels and brakes whats the best sway bars that goes with my current coilovers ?
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Our Johnny O'Connell bars are our bent bar option, budget conscious, and work great for folks using their Corvette on the street and track. They are a fixed front bar, with a 3 point adjustable rear to help you dial in the car for your particular driving style or tire compound.
The other option are our Heavy Duty - Light Rate sway bars. They feature both an adjustable front and rear bar, are built around our 3 piece bar construction technique, and have rates suited for street or track use with street tires. The Light Rates are overall lighter than the Johnny O'Connells and ultimately the adjustable front and rear make them well suited for customers looking to get the most out of their bar packages.
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Well you've got a couple options. Both the Johnny O'Connell and the Heavy Duty - Light Rate sway bars are going to have rates that will work really well for street cars, it really comes down to how much adjustability you need and what your budget is.
Our Johnny O'Connell bars are our bent bar option, budget conscious, and work great for folks using their Corvette on the street and track. They are a fixed front bar, with a 3 point adjustable rear to help you dial in the car for your particular driving style or tire compound.
The other option are our Heavy Duty - Light Rate sway bars. They feature both an adjustable front and rear bar, are built around our 3 piece bar construction technique, and have rates suited for street or track use with street tires. The Light Rates are overall lighter than the Johnny O'Connells and ultimately the adjustable front and rear make them well suited for customers looking to get the most out of their bar packages.
Our Johnny O'Connell bars are our bent bar option, budget conscious, and work great for folks using their Corvette on the street and track. They are a fixed front bar, with a 3 point adjustable rear to help you dial in the car for your particular driving style or tire compound.
The other option are our Heavy Duty - Light Rate sway bars. They feature both an adjustable front and rear bar, are built around our 3 piece bar construction technique, and have rates suited for street or track use with street tires. The Light Rates are overall lighter than the Johnny O'Connells and ultimately the adjustable front and rear make them well suited for customers looking to get the most out of their bar packages.
Will the HR SB work good with my singles ???
Thanks
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It depends on what you're doing with the car. If you're tracking the car aggressively with race tires the Heavy rates are a great choice. If you're driving the car on the street and never see the track they're going to be overkill. There is a really broad range of adjustment with the Heavy Rates, and you CAN drive on the street with them... but ultimately the Light Rates or Johnny O'Connell bars are a better choice for pure street cars.
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It depends on what you're doing with the car. If you're tracking the car aggressively with race tires the Heavy rates are a great choice. If you're driving the car on the street and never see the track they're going to be overkill. There is a really broad range of adjustment with the Heavy Rates, and you CAN drive on the street with them... but ultimately the Light Rates or Johnny O'Connell bars are a better choice for pure street cars.
The most important objective is enhancing the aggressive street and canyon performance where 90% of my driving happens. The other stuff is just for fun.
Only 23k miles so probably won't be switching to your Feather Light SA's or the Bilstein Sport Shocks for a couple more years.
Thanks.
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I'm kinda torn between the Johnny O'Connell bars & the Light Rates. 2002 Vert with F45 package. Michelin Pilot Super Sports- 305x19's in the rear & 275x18's in the front. Aggressive street & canyon carving with two autocross days a year. Maybe two track trips a year, but only at moderate speeds - no excursions off track.
The most important objective is enhancing the aggressive street and canyon performance where 90% of my driving happens. The other stuff is just for fun.
Only 23k miles so probably won't be switching to your Feather Light SA's or the Bilstein Sport Shocks for a couple more years.
Thanks.
The most important objective is enhancing the aggressive street and canyon performance where 90% of my driving happens. The other stuff is just for fun.
Only 23k miles so probably won't be switching to your Feather Light SA's or the Bilstein Sport Shocks for a couple more years.
Thanks.
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I am also looking at the JOC setup with the sway bars and shocks. Living in Seattle WA with the hills and uneven drive ways, railroad crossing, I believe the JOC is the right setup and plus great price. But would I be able to replace the shocks later with the light rate coilovers and not upset the balance of using JOC sway bars? I plan not to do any track days, but like doing canyon runs and have a favorite winding road I like to drive on during the weekends.
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I am also looking at the JOC setup with the sway bars and shocks. Living in Seattle WA with the hills and uneven drive ways, railroad crossing, I believe the JOC is the right setup and plus great price. But would I be able to replace the shocks later with the light rate coilovers and not upset the balance of using JOC sway bars? I plan not to do any track days, but like doing canyon runs and have a favorite winding road I like to drive on during the weekends.