993 Suspension… UPGRADED AT LAST!

[keithcollins500]

So I finally took the plunge…
I went with Koni FSD’s and kept my existing springs (They were fine, happy to take criticism for that decision!).
The result is a transformation of the ride and handling… If you have a 60,000 mile 993, then you probably need replacements.
Its noticeably smoother, the dampening is more like a new BM or Audi, kind of precise but firm… It’s obviously difficult to quantify the improvement in words, but my backside says 40% calmer-better…
I ordered and had the fitting completed by Balance Motorsport near Brighton, the owner is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and considerably cheaper than my usual Porsche specialist. I would recommend anyone wanting to follow the tried and tested FSD’s route shop around for fitting prices, I had some pretty random quotes, Balance Motorsport was the most competitive. Also he was methodical in his process…

[Wozy68]

Well done and congrats, if mine hadn't got an olympic sized swimming pool of water in it at the mo, this would be done.

[keithcollins500]

Ahhh, forgot to mention... My top mounts were replaced too.
I suspect that makes a significant difference to the ride quality.
They were expensive at £175 each!
Cheers
Keith

[james S]

It ought to be a legal requirement to overall the suspension on 993s at about this millage. The transformation is absolute and I fear many owners have never really experienced anything like how a 993 is supposed to feel.

I've never had any other car in which the change is so night and day.

[keithcollins500]

James, You are 100% right...
I resisted for a long time, its damn expensive.
But the difference is fantastic, smooth, controlled but firm.
Previously it was hard and bouncy!
If you are not racing, then just factory fresh is great.

[Black_mamba]

Just about to take the plunge myself, somewhat a bit bemused by the plethora of different options available. I drive a targa so don't want some bone shaking, lowered to the floor rock like setup which will both wreck my back and the the eggshell like roof. Based on this I'm planning on the following:

B6 Bilsteins with HR springs
new rennsport top mounts
strut brace
new bushes where necessary.

Car has done 92k, and is in need of a freshen up but want to keep it compliant and slightly squishy, is this the correct setup?

Cheers

BM

[993kimbo]

Forget HR Springs, they'll shake the roof off.

Stick to standard.

[graemel]

forget the strut brace, you don't need it

[james S]

Standard Fresh suspension will make a massive difference. I have no experience of taking beyond standard, but if I had another, I'd go for standard again, unless I was doing a load of track work

[wfarrell]

...i'm seriously thinking of switching my KW V3 for the Koni FSD + M033 springs -- seems like a good move if you want to enjoy UK road driving...

[993kimbo]

KW's are notoriously hard.
Koni FSD's are on a comfort level with the original Boge/Monroes and offer a slightly firmer ride.
MO33 Springs are the same comfort as standard springs, only lower.
MO30 are Hard.

[Wozy68]

wfarrell said:

...i'm seriously thinking of switching my KW V3 for the Koni FSD + M033 springs -- seems like a good move if you want to enjoy UK road driving...

+1.

[Wozy68]

Wozy68 said:

wfarrell said:

...i'm seriously thinking of switching my KW V3 for the Koni FSD + M033 springs -- seems like a good move if you want to enjoy UK road driving...

+1.

In fact ........... I've just ordered a set of FSDs ....

Now saving for 4 x top mounts and some M033s

[keithcollins500]

I was told by my installer that rear top mounts wear considerably slower than fronts.
It may not be necessary to change your rears during your suspension upgrade.
I suspect having new ones to hand and checking against the originals is pragmatic.
Good luck, the difference new dampers make is awesome!
Cheers
Keith

[993kimbo]

Replace everything rubber whether you think it's worn or not.

Springs are the one thing I'd leave till last. I've had old springs on my car, changed to new ones and noticed no difference at all.