KW Suspension Variant 3 (Inox)
Feb 23, 2005, 01:52 PM
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http://www.kwsuspensions.com/products.htm
The V3 is both dampner and bump adjustable...
Part # 35265006 and cost $2,225.00 for a full set
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The V3 is both dampner and bump adjustable...
Part # 35265006 and cost $2,225.00 for a full set
T
Mar 7, 2005, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by TomG
Wow, nobody even heard of these, or have any experience with them?
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I installed a set of KW Variant 3's on my EVO a week ago and tested them in an autocross yesterday. Even on the default settings that were recommended, they were excellent. The ESP class was sparse but I was able to win over an STI that dominated all classes a week ago in a high-speed autocross event. I still need a limited slip to control front inside wheel spin, but out-of-the-box handling was really great.
KW is quality hardware and the stainless steel strut bodies will be nice for my daily driving use. I definitely recommend the KW Variant 3's.
Mark
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Mar 10, 2005, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by TomG
Thanks guys...btw How much where they, i.e. how much did you pay?
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Originally Posted by bracer
Spring rates?
Rear spring rate: 460 lb
The ride for daily driving feels no worse than the stock Evo to me.
Last edited by Evo8RA; Mar 10, 2005 at 11:52 AM.
Mar 11, 2005, 04:06 PM
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I've been checking all week and just wanted to get back with the official word. I've been talking with Tom at KW North America and the Variant 3 coilover suspension (w/ separate compression/rebound adjustments) for the EVO 8 is finished and is in final test. It will be available for sale in the U.S. in approximately one month. He will find out pricing this weekend. Tom said that anyone who is interested can give him a call at 888-530-1433, ext 101. He's on the west coast.
Cheers, 
Mark
Cheers,
Mark
Last edited by Evo8RA; Mar 11, 2005 at 04:09 PM.
Mar 11, 2005, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by speedomodel
Mitsubishi RalliArt GmbH raced with KW coilovers:
Of course the Ralliart Evos are using the exotic full race $6-7k units with external reservoirs.
Last edited by Evo8RA; Mar 11, 2005 at 04:16 PM.
Mar 12, 2005, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Evo8RA
I've been checking all week and just wanted to get back with the official word. I've been talking with Tom at KW North America and the Variant 3 coilover suspension (w/ separate compression/rebound adjustments) for the EVO 8 is finished and is in final test. It will be available for sale in the U.S. in approximately one month. He will find out pricing this weekend. Tom said that anyone who is interested can give him a call at 888-530-1433, ext 101. He's on the west coast.
Cheers,
Mark
Cheers,
Mark
I was torn between the Tanabe's or the Teins. Now that KW is coming with a system - I might have to wait now...
Mar 12, 2005, 11:28 AM
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but how will the KW's perform against a professionally tuned JIC setup by John M.? The quality will be 100% better than the JICs but what about the setup which is a key on our cars unlike cars that come stock with crappy suspension and respond well to untuned suspension.
That's what's kept me from spending money on coilover yet as I would like a better quality like K&W, but would want a pro like John M. to set it up.
John Mueller, Robi...any comments?
That's what's kept me from spending money on coilover yet as I would like a better quality like K&W, but would want a pro like John M. to set it up.
John Mueller, Robi...any comments?