This chassis uses the exact same setup as the 2G DSM awd suspension. Im running Coilovers from a Eclipse.
Turns out the front KYBs for the 2G Eclipse are an inch shorter than the OEM Legnum shocks, otherwise, they're a perfect fit. In my attempt to install these with the OEM spring, my spring compressor got stuck in the spring when I decompressed it. I'm assuming it got stuck because the spring is a bit too long for the shock. I ordered the Monroe shocks which are slightly longer (but slightly worse in quality rip). I'll provide updates.
I ended up going with these. https://www.rhdjapan.com/largus-coilover-suspension-kit-spec-s-ea-w-ec-w-ea1a-ec5a.html
was hard trying to find dampers that fit here in AU and exhausted all options hence we jumped straight to coilovers.
I like how you guys in the US come to the same conclusions as we did 15+ years ago
With coilovers, spring rates can be subjective... But the vr4 is very heavy at the front.
My first coilovers were 8-12kg/mm for the front, and was just terrible. If I wasnt quick enough to react to a pot hole, i just closed my eyes and hold the steering tight to wait for the thud of the bumpstop. Was just dreadful to drive. Considered even putting my stock suspension back in tbh.
My latest coilovers are now something like 18-20 kg on the front, much better ride and handles way better. Plus if i forget to avoid the pothole, its not that violent thud.
I like how you guys in the US come to the same conclusions as we did 15+ years ago
With coilovers, spring rates can be subjective... But the vr4 is very heavy at the front.
My first coilovers were 8-12kg/mm for the front, and was just terrible. If I wasnt quick enough to react to a pot hole, i just closed my eyes and hold the steering tight to wait for the thud of the bumpstop. Was just dreadful to drive. Considered even putting my stock suspension back in tbh.
My latest coilovers are now something like 18-20 kg on the front, much better ride and handles way better. Plus if i forget to avoid the pothole, its not that violent thud.
These are the specific coilovers i have, looks to be 18 front and 7 rear.
mcasuspension.com
Ain't that the truth!
Pretty much the reason I snapped the forum up when previous owner was interested in passing the forum on. Wanted to make sure the info doesnt go to the ether.
8th gen galant/legnum was a grey import only here. Support isnt great here in AU but places like TME Motorsport have done loads for aftermarket here in AU. Getting stuff from Japan (shipping) is easier too.
Shithouse. Given the cost of registration amount of 'safety' cameras to snap you...
What tire profile do you run? I have the Largus springs 12k front and 6k rear. I run 225/40/18 and don't really have issues with bumps. I do avoid certain roads around here for the potholes we have. We are famous for our potholes and corruption.These are the specific coilovers i have, looks to be 18 front and 7 rear.
Other thing, my old isc coilovers weren't long enough at the front (ran out of adjustment). The MCAs i reckon i can achieve stock height if i wanted. This is a big tick for engineering cert here in AU if you wanna be legal/not get picked on by the cops. (Need to provide evidence of 2/3 travel if original suspension amongst other things here in South Australia).
Mitsubishi Galant VR4 EC5 Coilover Suspension - Pro Sport
MCA Pro Sport Adjustable Coilover Suspension Kit For Mitsubishi Galant VR4 EC5 are designed to provide a high level of performance and handling with an
These are the specific coilovers i have, looks to be 18 front and 7 rear.
Other thing, my old isc coilovers weren't long enough at the front (ran out of adjustment). The MCAs i reckon i can achieve stock height if i wanted. This is a big tick for engineering cert here in AU if you wanna be legal/not get picked on by the cops. (Need to provide evidence of 2/3 travel if original suspension amongst other things here in South Australia).
Mitsubishi Galant VR4 EC5 Coilover Suspension - Pro Sport
MCA Pro Sport Adjustable Coilover Suspension Kit For Mitsubishi Galant VR4 EC5 are designed to provide a high level of performance and handling with an
I run 12/6 on my car and have no issues in Chicago. I do run a low profile tire in the spring and summer and then the standard tires in the winter. Obviously in the winter it's a little bit softer because it's more of a profile. My summer tires are 225/40/18
Is 12/6 a rough ride with the summer tires?
It's not too rough. I mean your occasional pothole and you kind of hold on for dear life but that's normal for us Midwesterners. I like to take mine to the track and I'm a fast driver already, she handles beautifully through the turns. Mine do have an option to soften the dampener or hardening it, going full soft is a much better ride but less handling on the big turns.
