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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 08:21 PM
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I know the suspension question has come up dozens of times, I have searched through pages, but very little in what I am looking for. I have a 2.8 avant with the sport suspension. I like the suspension a lot but I want something a bit stiffer. I want to go with bilstein sport shocks, but what kind of springs? I suppose I could use the sport suspension springs but that wouldn't stiffen it up any more right? I don't want any kind of suspension drop unless it's very minimal. I am not interested in coilovers either. Any advice? Thanks.
 
Old Feb 15, 2012 | 08:49 PM
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You could also go with some sport springs from any big name brand.

You might be lowered an inch with them, but that won't be a problem.
 
Old Feb 15, 2012 | 09:00 PM
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Why not just get adjustable dampining shocks and set them to stiffer?
 
Old Feb 15, 2012 | 09:04 PM
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True, that is another option, but does ad to the price a bit. Then again, how significant is the difference between an adjustable shock set to firm vs. sport shocks??
 
Old Feb 16, 2012 | 08:33 AM
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You can dial in the shocks firmness VS being stuck with one valving option. Plus you can soften it back up anytime for more comfort.
 
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