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Old 01-01-2011, 10:08 AM
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Average damper settings...

I realize that the preference/tolerance for a harsh ride is subjective, but can anyone weigh in on their damper settings for various adjustable coilovers?

I have Megans, and for ride quality alone, I'd set them at about 5 clicks from full soft. I currently have them at about 15 (middle of range) and it's sporty, but a bit harsh. I'll mess with the settings as I drive it more, but I'm curious to see what others are doing, especially with Megan/BC set ups.

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Im installing megans tonight. I was going to set them right around 15 for the 16-17 for the front and 12-13 for the rear. My friends with the bc's run theirs right around 15 front and rear, but those are on subaru's.
 
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So I've got the car somewhat dialed in for street driving. I'm running the rears at 15 clicks from the softest setting and the fronts at 5 from the softest. I had them all at 15 but for street driving it was a bit harsh. Even at the softer front setting it handles a lot better than stock, but maintains some ride quality. I'll be interesting to see what it's like with a rear sway bar...
 
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