JetPilot
04-13-2009, 04:56 PM
I have had several requests for an update on the Megan Racing Coilover package I installed and thought I would post a followup....
As noted in my last post regarding the install, the rear springs where a bit short to get me close to the stock SRT height. Megan confirmed I received the correct springs they supply with this kit so if you want the ride height about 3/4 to 1" shorter than this, the springs supplied are fine. The did state they have a slightly longer spring which would give about 20mm height increase over the springs I have which is what I would suggest if planning to use their coilover kit since the adjustability will still take you lower than you could possibly drive the vehicle.
Since I still needed the ability to do some light towing, I just could not afford to go that low with my rear. That being said, I left the stock SRT rear coil spring installed with the Megan adjustable rear shock. This provided the ride height I wanted but still offered the dampening adjustability I desired. You could even use a stock coil (non SRT) and adjust the height by simply cutting the coil down to the height desired!
Fronts are drop in, no issues.... I do have a front end "clunk" that I have yet to track down but I dont think this has anything to do with the coilovers, I did have it radomly with the SRT suspension as well, chasing this down has been a major PITA.
The ride on the Megan coilovers is fantastic, softest setting is close to stock (RT) if not a bit softer. Firm it up and the car really handles exceptional. I really like the ability to choose exactly how I want the car to feel depending on what I am doing.... trips with the family, the soft cushy ride is nice... Few clicks on the front and rear and I can bring the car to life when I feel the need.
Keep in mind, if you do lower the vehicle, you WILL need front and rear camber adjusters or you will wear your inside shoulders on your tires. I was out around 1.2 deg in the rear and about 1.5 in the front (1/2" rake). There are several options to correct this, I have already gone with the Pedders rear camber kit in the rear and still figuring out what method I want to use for the front. I also bought the Adjustment knob Extenders for the rears to remote the rear adjusters for easy access.
And here is a little tip.....
Firestone auto care offers a "Lifetime Alignment Service" for 149.99. I purchased this service last year when I had to replace an outer tie rod end. I have taken the car back twice since then for alignments, they dont seem to care that I have modified the suspension! I just showed the tech what I installed to adjust the rear camber and they dialed it right in... They are aware the front camber is off and told me to bring it back when I get the front camber kit and they'll get it set.... Never pay a dime each time they put it on the rack :)
Here is how the car currently sits...
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag10.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag11.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag12.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag13.jpg
As noted in my last post regarding the install, the rear springs where a bit short to get me close to the stock SRT height. Megan confirmed I received the correct springs they supply with this kit so if you want the ride height about 3/4 to 1" shorter than this, the springs supplied are fine. The did state they have a slightly longer spring which would give about 20mm height increase over the springs I have which is what I would suggest if planning to use their coilover kit since the adjustability will still take you lower than you could possibly drive the vehicle.
Since I still needed the ability to do some light towing, I just could not afford to go that low with my rear. That being said, I left the stock SRT rear coil spring installed with the Megan adjustable rear shock. This provided the ride height I wanted but still offered the dampening adjustability I desired. You could even use a stock coil (non SRT) and adjust the height by simply cutting the coil down to the height desired!
Fronts are drop in, no issues.... I do have a front end "clunk" that I have yet to track down but I dont think this has anything to do with the coilovers, I did have it radomly with the SRT suspension as well, chasing this down has been a major PITA.
The ride on the Megan coilovers is fantastic, softest setting is close to stock (RT) if not a bit softer. Firm it up and the car really handles exceptional. I really like the ability to choose exactly how I want the car to feel depending on what I am doing.... trips with the family, the soft cushy ride is nice... Few clicks on the front and rear and I can bring the car to life when I feel the need.
Keep in mind, if you do lower the vehicle, you WILL need front and rear camber adjusters or you will wear your inside shoulders on your tires. I was out around 1.2 deg in the rear and about 1.5 in the front (1/2" rake). There are several options to correct this, I have already gone with the Pedders rear camber kit in the rear and still figuring out what method I want to use for the front. I also bought the Adjustment knob Extenders for the rears to remote the rear adjusters for easy access.
And here is a little tip.....
Firestone auto care offers a "Lifetime Alignment Service" for 149.99. I purchased this service last year when I had to replace an outer tie rod end. I have taken the car back twice since then for alignments, they dont seem to care that I have modified the suspension! I just showed the tech what I installed to adjust the rear camber and they dialed it right in... They are aware the front camber is off and told me to bring it back when I get the front camber kit and they'll get it set.... Never pay a dime each time they put it on the rack :)
Here is how the car currently sits...
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag10.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag11.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag12.jpg
http://www.aefuav.com/pic/mag13.jpg