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So what is DFV? It is Dual Flow Valve technology – and it sets us apart from our competitors. Only Öhlins has DFV technology on its road and track products. With DFV, the dual flow valve gives the same characteristics on rebound as it does on compression, thanks to the damper...
CAUTION: Installing suspension components can be dangerous and result in serious injury or death. Improper installation also can cause damage to your vehicle and other property, and result in an unsafe operating condition or void the component manufacturer's warranty. Before beginning...
Premium Original Equipment suspension is designed to perform in a wide range of operating conditions while maintaining a comfortable ride. Premium suspension components are designed to replace worn Original Equipment parts and return a vehicle's ride and handling to like-new condition. Tire...
KONI article reprinted with permission. It's easy to think of a powerful engine to make a car fast, but ultimately the car is connected to the ground by the small contact patches of the tires. We must optimize tire grip through the cars suspension to go faster. When the car accelerates,...
Hawk brake pads are formulated using different compounds based on their intended use. Their street performance pads, with selections in our Premium, Performance Street and Autocross/Track brake performance categories, are best compared by reviewing their friction levels and temperature ratings...
Hawk brake pads are formulated using different compounds based on their intended use. Their street performance pads, with selections in our Premium and Autocross/Track brake performance categories, are best compared by reviewing their friction levels and temperature ratings to find the product...
Hawk brake pads are formulated using different compounds based on their intended use. Their street performance pads, with selections in our Premium, Performance Street and Autocross/Track brake performance categories, are best compared by reviewing their friction levels and temperature ratings...
Pre-competition heat cycling of BFGoodrich Comp T/A R1 230 tires has been recommended by Team T/A for several years. This initial low stress tire stretching has been credited with providing longer tire life and more consistent performance. On May 21, 1997, Team T/A conducted tests at...
The characteristics of shock absorbers hardly ever get the attention they deserve, despite the damper being responsible for comfort, roadholding, stability and safety. Below is a force velocity graph of a KONI Special and a KONI Sport shock, both designed for the same vehicle. The graph...
All hydraulic shock absorbers work by the principle of converting kinetic energy (movement) into thermal energy (heat). For that purpose, fluid in the shock absorber is forced to flow through restricted outlets and valve systems, thus generating hydraulic resistance. A telescopic shock...
Common questions asked of the KONI Tech Line are as follows: What is the difference between KONI Special (red) and KONI Sport (yellow)? How much stiffer are KONI shocks than factory shocks? What is the best adjustment setting for my shocks? What are the best springs to match my KONI...
OE Sport Springs Sport Springs Race Springs Super Sport Springs Application Average Everyday Driving Sporty Everyday Driving Track Use, Limited Street Sporty Everyday Driving, Occasional Track Use Lowering Subtle .025"-1.0" Drop Average 1.25"-1.8" Average 1.9"...
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