Suspension stiffness in Magnum SXT

[James L]

being new to the platform and having only been for a ride in modified SXT (coilovers and 20" wheels), how do you find the suspension in your SXT?

i've really noticed recently, that under moderate braking (at city speeds) you can't feel the struts compress, but holy, once you've stopped there is significant kickback as springs pop back out. so obviously there is more dive going on then i'd think would be normal.

also going over dips in the road at highway speeds, it really seems like the car tends to shoot back up too quickly.

the only thing i can compare this to is my 14 year old suspension in my subaru before i switched to aftermarket.

with the ongoing little niggling things since i've bought the car (paint, rotors, detailing), and the fact that the dealer wasn't surprised that the rotors needed to be replaced at 13000km, is this par for oem parts? suspension going before 15000km?

any thoughts on this are welcome.

[boggart]

I never noticed that in mine. I have not heard of anyone other than you needing to replace the rotors on an SXT, at all, let alone that soon.

Find yourself an SRT takeoff suspension to install. You'll be very happy with the results.

[Cdn_Magnum]

James.... remember we have a very heavy car here (probably more heavy than anything else you've had) that has a touring style suspension. It will feel completely different moving that much weight around. Since day one I have liked this suspension. I didnt expect or want a sport suspension in a car like this. I drive it as it was designed not as a performance or road rally car. For both of those you need to consider expensive upgrades and no warranty :P

[thunderbird]

I have a SXT I bought recently 2005 and I never felt and dip this suspension is so tight that when you hit a sharp curb you just might slide out of your seat.

[James L]

russ... it sounds like you almost know me already?!

lol

is your suspension still stock?

i might pester you tomorrow for a spin... that or get you to drive mine.

I mean, this car is what 3800lbs? my subaru is about 3100-3200 i think... so i know that's part of it, and that i have to adjust my thinking, it's just something doesn't quite feel right... like it's a little too excessive.

[Cdn_Magnum]

Yes all stock...
... and will be for some time to come.

np on the spin... after the show your welcome to have a ride in 'er. I've had me for just over 2 years so shes not exactly new any more