Anyone run 90/10 front struts??
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Do not use 90/10 struts on the street!!!!!
10% of total travel is extension, meant to keep the struts high for increased traction on launch, and
90% travel is on compression allowing the front end to drop and settle quickly after landing back on the surface.
(I may have gotten the percentages and ext/comp ratios backwards, but the effect is still the same!)j
These shocks/struts are meant for drag racing only!!! If used on the street, you will lose control of your vehicle very quickly, especially on bumpy roads!!!
If you want to spend the money, get a nice pair of Koni adjustables, or KYB's!! Much better ride and excellent handling!
10% of total travel is extension, meant to keep the struts high for increased traction on launch, and
90% travel is on compression allowing the front end to drop and settle quickly after landing back on the surface.
(I may have gotten the percentages and ext/comp ratios backwards, but the effect is still the same!)j
These shocks/struts are meant for drag racing only!!! If used on the street, you will lose control of your vehicle very quickly, especially on bumpy roads!!!
If you want to spend the money, get a nice pair of Koni adjustables, or KYB's!! Much better ride and excellent handling!
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Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
70/30's are the most you want to use on the street.
If you want some strip only shocks and struts get some Koni SPA1's. 90/10 is old technology.
If you want some strip only shocks and struts get some Koni SPA1's. 90/10 is old technology.
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Car: Camaro
Engine: 305-150/254 combo
Transmission: TH350 or T200
Axle/Gears: Srange 12 bolt; 5.14 or 5.38
I ran the 90/10's and no front sway bar for a couple years on the street with no ill effects. Still handled decent and was still predictable on rough roads.
My struts are Lakewoods and I also use their rear 50/50 shocks.
My struts are Lakewoods and I also use their rear 50/50 shocks.
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Honestly everyone says that 90/10's are not for street use but not for nothing I got 90/10's with no sway bar and moroso trick springs, and skinnies up front and I drive my car almost everyday in traffic and on the parkway and I really don't think it's a big deal I have no trouble.....I JUST HAVE FUN
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