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      11-01-2011, 03:50 PM   #9
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I can break traction in any corner with the 3L engine. I'm not sure the extra torque of the 3L turbo really does much more in cornering, where you already are rolling at reduced speed. Yes, it does have more torque. I see most of these upgrades as controlling the body roll, not to avoid the suspension being broken by the torque load. Yes, deflection is an issue, but I think vehicle mass is more of a cause then the extra available torque.

What I'm trying to understand is what the net effect would be of having the OEM sport susp stay in. A stiffer suspension would be a better fit - I agree with that, but what exactly would happen w/o the OEM ? I find it to be quite smooth for a normal ride, but in cornering or over bump at higher speeds it is already clearly insufficient unless you can really smoothen the corner really well.

I'm probably going to do what cvc 22349a suggested and evaluate later. BTW cvc 22349a - what exactly are you experiencing with the yellows + OE sp springs ?
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