I just talked with Tony at Ground Control about Coil Overs

DLC · 06-08-2001, 01:04 PM

These are OK, but they're still just 1/2 of the equation.

I'd honestly like to hear anyones impressions of them on a Legacy.

Nothing will talk me out of a full CO setup, which i already have

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Radio Flyer · 06-08-2001, 03:10 PM

I'm still curious... Do these just sit on the strut as a spring would, or does the threaded sleeve get welded to the strut or something?

All told, I think these would be the way to go on a wagon...

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Patrick Olsen · 06-08-2001, 06:44 PM

They just sit on the strut. I have a set (not GC, but the exact same thing) on the front struts of my Mustang. Combined with an adjustable strut, they work just as well as "real" coil-overs and are a helluva lot cheaper.

Pat Olsen
'97 Legacy 2.5GT sedan
'89 Mustang GT convertible, blown and intercooled

remarcable · 06-08-2001, 07:25 PM

I wonder if he could find a way to maintain the outback's stock ride heights while providing a stiffer ride and less suspension dip/body roll while cornering.....

hmmmm.....

dvancleve · 06-08-2001, 10:36 PM

Remarcable,

They should be able to based on what I've read. There is a 10" spring option. The question in my mind is whether cutting off as much of the rear spring seats as possible will create enough clearance for those fat tires to squeeze by. I think that the KYB GR2s would be pretty much the only strut choice.

Doug

P.S. I am 98% sure that my Outback is dropping to standard Legacy height with Whiteline springs, GR2s and RS wheels/tires.

[ June 08, 2001: Message edited by: dvancleve ]

MY99 2.5GT · 06-09-2001, 12:30 AM

Yeah. I just talked with Tony over at Ground Control about a coilover adaptation. He was very friendly and said that he could match us Legacy owners up with a similar kit seen below.

All we need to do is contact him and he will fax over a listing of strut measurements we need to take. He will then ask what kind of ride we would like (stiff-bonejarring, or softer but still responsive) and match us up with the right spring rates.

You can call them at 530-8600 between 9-5 PST. Ask for Tony.

Thanks
Brad

MY99 2.5GT · 06-09-2001, 12:57 AM

Oh yeah the cost was $399 and you can use pretty much any stock or aftermarket strut.

06-09-2001, 12:30 AM	#6
MY99 2.5GT Scooby Specialist Member#: 5030 Join Date: Mar 2001 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Martinsburg, WV, USA Vehicle: 1999 Legacy 2.5GT 05 Legacy GT 06 Armada	I just talked with Tony at Ground Control about Coil Overs Yeah. I just talked with Tony over at Ground Control about a coilover adaptation. He was very friendly and said that he could match us Legacy owners up with a similar kit seen below. All we need to do is contact him and he will fax over a listing of strut measurements we need to take. He will then ask what kind of ride we would like (stiff-bonejarring, or softer but still responsive) and match us up with the right spring rates. You can call them at 530-8600 between 9-5 PST. Ask for Tony. Thanks Brad

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06-08-2001, 01:04 PM	#1
DLC out back Moderator Member#: 1964 Join Date: Jul 2000 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: 84XXX Vehicle: 01 BH Blue/Bronze	These are OK, but they're still just 1/2 of the equation. I'd honestly like to hear anyones impressions of them on a Legacy. Nothing will talk me out of a full CO setup, which i already have * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

06-08-2001, 03:10 PM	#2
Radio Flyer Scooby Specialist Member#: 374 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: Albuquerque, NM Vehicle: '98 2.5 GT Wagon Rio Red	I'm still curious... Do these just sit on the strut as a spring would, or does the threaded sleeve get welded to the strut or something? All told, I think these would be the way to go on a wagon...   - Eric     '98 2.5 GT Wagon - <a href="http://members.i-club.com/MembersList/ViewMemberPics.cfm?MemberID=143" target="_blank">Pics</a> - <a href="http://www.jeneric.ws/eric/radioflyer.htm" target="_blank">Page</a> -     ICQ #: 9292601

06-08-2001, 06:44 PM	#3
Patrick Olsen NASIOC Supporter Member#: 120 Join Date: Jul 1999 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Where the Navy sends me... Vehicle: 1997 Legacy 2.5GT QuickSilver Metallic	They just sit on the strut. I have a set (not GC, but the exact same thing) on the front struts of my Mustang. Combined with an adjustable strut, they work just as well as "real" coil-overs and are a helluva lot cheaper. Pat Olsen '97 Legacy 2.5GT sedan '89 Mustang GT convertible, blown and intercooled

06-08-2001, 07:25 PM	#4
remarcable Scooby Specialist Member#: 2362 Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: South Carolina, USA Vehicle: 1999 Legacy Outback Blue w/ Paint Chips & Mud	I wonder if he could find a way to maintain the outback's stock ride heights while providing a stiffer ride and less suspension dip/body roll while cornering..... hmmmm.....

06-08-2001, 10:36 PM	#5
dvancleve Scooby Newbie Member#: 5211 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Chandler, AZ Vehicle: 1997 Legacy Outback Spruce Pearl green	Remarcable, They should be able to based on what I've read. There is a 10" spring option. The question in my mind is whether cutting off as much of the rear spring seats as possible will create enough clearance for those fat tires to squeeze by. I think that the KYB GR2s would be pretty much the only strut choice. Doug P.S. I am 98% sure that my Outback is dropping to standard Legacy height with Whiteline springs, GR2s and RS wheels/tires. [ June 08, 2001: Message edited by: dvancleve ]

06-09-2001, 12:57 AM	#7
MY99 2.5GT Scooby Specialist Member#: 5030 Join Date: Mar 2001 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Martinsburg, WV, USA Vehicle: 1999 Legacy 2.5GT 05 Legacy GT 06 Armada	Oh yeah the cost was $399 and you can use pretty much any stock or aftermarket strut.