Going for a more comfortable ride.
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Going for a more comfortable ride.
Well as you know im trying to achieve a more comfortable ride from my X and we all know it can be a little more comfortable. I was thinking about down sizing the brakes in the front so i can fit some 16-17s on it with all-season tires, help smooth out the ride. But the census says "are you insane?!" lol Well the reason behind it is i take long road trips with the wife and kids and when i look at the rear view mirror all i can see is my sons cheeks bouncin like crazy, thats gota be uncomfortable! dont get me wrong i love the handling of the evo and what it does in the corners but im willing to give it all the up(just a little) for some comfort. I need some tips and advice suspension wise. if i dont go that route of changing out the brakes and get adjustable coilovers, can i mess with the compression and rebound to get a smoother ride? Ive rode in my friends MR and even his is more comfortable and less road noise. any tips and advice would be appreciated.
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Well as you know im trying to achieve a more comfortable ride from my X and we all know it can be a little more comfortable. I was thinking about down sizing the brakes in the front so i can fit some 16-17s on it with all-season tires, help smooth out the ride. But the census says "are you insane?!" lol Well the reason behind it is i take long road trips with the wife and kids and when i look at the rear view mirror all i can see is my sons cheeks bouncin like crazy, thats gota be uncomfortable! dont get me wrong i love the handling of the evo and what it does in the corners but im willing to give it all the up(just a little) for some comfort. I need some tips and advice suspension wise. if i dont go that route of changing out the brakes and get adjustable coilovers, can i mess with the compression and rebound to get a smoother ride? Ive rode in my friends MR and even his is more comfortable and less road noise. any tips and advice would be appreciated.
In any case, your best best is look for some quieter tires, and maybe add some sound deadening material? Hopefully someone else can chime in. All I really know is that my Evo is worlds better in every aspect than my old 07 Chevy Cobalt SS/SC.
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They can be. I'm also quite certain that you could get custom coilovers that are tuned for a nice street ride. There are a few vendors on here that you could call...GTWorx always seems helpful.
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wow if you think evo x is too bumpy, try driving an 8 or 9. I drove the x and i thought it was a very comfy car, but honestly if you want a comfy car i say get a luxury car such as a mercedes, bmw or lexus.
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it seems the ride got really hush. dont know if the suspension got settle in but when i got the car it use to be a little more comfortable ie less road noise, doesnt jitter that much... maybe its just me.
ill give the deadening material a try
i do have potenza all-season suppose to be a little quieter. anybody know of any other quiet tires?
ill give the deadening material a try
i do have potenza all-season suppose to be a little quieter. anybody know of any other quiet tires?
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thicker tires will help you a lot. of course, that will foul your speedo. i would definitely sound against downsizing. reaching for more comfort does not mean giving away performance points, nor does it mean compromising your car's safety and potential. you can also look into getting coilovers with springs that are soft and has the shocks to match.