SLP Suspension Kit (Level One)

[V6Bob]

Many people who post questions here seem to know little about exactly what various handling mods do. The SLP package might be better for them (ie "worth it") than modding using a mixture of suggestions posted on the Internet by different people about what to do for different things (bars, springs, shocks, etc.).

[rednightrain]

Seppo,

Does "GP" stand for "Good Price"?

[Fin]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by rednightrain:
Does "GP" stand for "Good Price"?<hr></blockquote>

Group Purchase

[DominusEtDeusNatus]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by rednightrain:
Seppo,
Where did you see the kit for $550?

Fin,
What do you mean by the term "Boxed"? And you think I should get a rear sway bar..... Do our cars come with them stock? If not where would it connect?

Dom,
A lot of people seem to have an opinnion on this kit, what's your's?<hr></blockquote>

Basically what FirebirdGT just said. It's a waste of money. Pick the parts you want and buy them seperately.

[Dominic]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by V6Bob:
Many people who post questions here seem to know little about exactly what various handling mods do. The SLP package might be better for them (ie "worth it") than modding using a mixture of suggestions posted on the Internet by different people about what to do for different things (bars, springs, shocks, etc.).<hr></blockquote>

This might be true but if you don't really know what you're doing you're better off NOT modifying the suspension. Research in this catagory is invaluable for money savings, reliability, safety, and other important issues.

And I agree with FBGT, its not worth it.

[V6Bob]

"...but if you don't really know what you're doing you're better off NOT modifying the suspension. Research in this catagory is invaluable for money savings, reliability, safety, and other important issues."

Boy, do I ever agree with that!

But, based on many posts I've seen here, in a lot of cases (most?), it's just not gonna happen. People just want an easy answer from the net. :(

[ June 01, 2002: Message edited by: V6Bob ]</p>

[rednightrain]

Is the stock front sway bar 30mm?

Is the stock rear sway bar 15mm?

Oh, and is it necessary for a new alignment when you cange from an old suspension to a new one?

[V6Bob]

Stock 98-up is 28/15.

Depends on what suspension parts you change.

[bluecmaro96]

Firebirdgt i would like to hear what your opinion on the best suspension setup is, i appreciate it

[FirebirdGT]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by bluecmaro96:
Firebirdgt i would like to hear what your opinion on the best suspension setup is, i appreciate it<hr></blockquote>

All depends on what you intend for the car, drag or autocross?

[slacker69]

well drag then what is the best setup for drag but still streetable

[DominusEtDeusNatus]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by slacker69:
well drag then what is the best setup for drag but still streetable<hr></blockquote>

Streetable is very subjective.

If you don't want to sacrifice the maximum potential of your suspension for the street then get either 1LE LCAs/PHR or rod ended LCAs/PHR.

You want to tune your shocks/springs according to the usual track prep and power. Some track hook some don't. Those that don't will need more rear end squat. i.e. softer springs and shocks. Big front sway bar is good for the street, but just weight for drag racing. Rear sway bar has not been proven to help/hurt in drag racing.

[slacker69]

Well my track can hook really good i can dead hook a 1.7 60 foot right now so i was wondering i dont really care what noises and stuff it makes on the street i just want to make it drive able unlike when u take off the front sway bar it feels undriveable i could care less if suspension is really tight i want it nice for the track and just driveable on street