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Old 02-09-2008, 12:06 AM
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Are there any suspensions options out that allow ride height to be set at the same level as stock?
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You want eggsactly the same? Ohlins SL is 1/4" lower out-of-the-box, you knew it I'm sure.
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Default don't think so.

AFAIK, the only options available now are the Stasis kits and the KW V3 kit, which lowers a minimum of 0.6" (FR) and 0.4" (RR).
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Default The wording on their website is very confusing......

It states that the minimum drop is 1/4 to 3/4 inches. Well.....which is it? 1/4 or 3/4. What exactly does it mean when it says the minimum drop is 1/4 to 3/4. It can't be both. It has to be one or the other. In my experience, this usually translates to about 1". I personally think the ride height of the RS4 is just fine and good for a street car. If the SL is, in fact, a true 1/4 inch drop, I wouldn't mind, however. Any comment from Stasis on this one?
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Default Range of adjust on the set is 1/2"......

When you install it you will have 1/4" reduction in overall height (it's preset), and no greater. From there you can reduce the height an additional 1/2" to a maximum "overall height reduction of 3/4" from the oe height".
The set installed without any adjustment reduces the oe height 1/4".
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Default So you're looking for what exactly, same ride height but different dampening?

Why not just replace the shocks, are there good options for that??
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Default you should just call them, their website seems to be in need of an overhaul.

they were very cordial when I called them about wheels....even after I told them who I am.
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Default Jason or Jared respond fairly quickly to any questions--->.

STaSIS email:
Jason@stasisengineering.com
Jared@stasisengineering.com

The Ohlins SL are going on my S4 when the winter weather clears.
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Default What I want is.......

Stock ride height or 0.25" drop AT MOST. Elimination of DRC system. Best possible handling I can get and still maintain a decent street ride.
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Sounds like you want the StaSIS Ohlins SL...that's their spec perzactly.


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