Cup Suspension Setup VS Aftermarket

[Tom]

Hi all,

I eventually want to lower my 200 Cup to make it a little more flat when cornering.

Unlike my old 197 with H&R 30mm springs, this thing is very firm.

I was wondering if lowering it on springs would compromise the rigidity of the ride or take away from the handling?

It sounds like a silly question, but I basically don't want to make my car worse for the sake of lows.

Also, what manufacturer make decent 40mm lowering springs for the later 200 (61 plate)?

Cheers!

Tom.

 

[smoggy mark]

Not sure there is a manufacturer out there that dose 40mm all round,By the sound of what you want mate might be worth getting some coilovers so you can have a tinker with the hight and ride.

 

[Tom]

Ah man, I was dreading that answer haha. Thanks man.

 

[Foxspeed]

have a read of this it may give you some ideas or other options..

http://www.clio197.net/forum/showthread.php?28905-The-Definitive-What-Suspension-Do-You-Have-Thread

 

[Tom]

Thanks Si.

Anyone know if aftermarket springs tend to be better or wose than cup springs?

 

[marshall]

I dont know about springs, all depends on the lb/ft compared to standard.

I do know however people report a better ride from coilovers compared to the cup suspension....you're right, its bloody hard!

 

[marshall]

http://www.clio197.net/forum/showthread.php?36171-Lowering-FF-200

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