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Railroad
11-07-2018, 08:26 PM
MKIV, New model IRS, FFR Koni's with 400 lb springs on the rear.
While putting the nut and bolt stuff on the car, I probably did not notice or question the spring rate.
Recently, I noticed the 400 lb rear springs. Are these too stiff for cruising and occasional track passes? If I need to change them, now would be time for me.
thanks,

edwardb
11-07-2018, 10:52 PM
My 20th Anniversary Roadster with the same setup -- 2015+ IRS, dual action Koni's, 400 lb springs, and sway bar -- rides really well. Smooth and quite compliant. Not harsh at all. Everyone who rides in it, and I've given a bunch of rides, comments about how nice it rides. And our roads here in Michigan are not the best. Others may suggest lighter springs, and I admit I haven't used anything but the 400 lb ones. But I'm very happy with them.

Railroad
11-08-2018, 09:16 AM
Edwardb, glad you responded. I wanted to hear your evaluation of the springs. I am sure they will be OK, now.

CraigS
11-09-2018, 07:33 AM
To some extent ride is a personal taste thing. Ride is also heavily dependent on shocks. I upgraded to the 2015 irs on my MkII and prefer 350# springs w/ my DA QA1s

Railroad
11-09-2018, 07:47 AM
A 50 lb difference may not be out of range for OK. I have a '23 T bucket with a buggy spring front and rear, so I will know if it is too stiff. Thanks for the input.