X74 vs PSS9
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04-15-2007, 05:30 PM
X74 vs PSS9
What's the main difference between these two susp. kit? I'm getting ready to convert my 4x4 Carrera to a low rider and need some help on deciding which kit to go with. TIA....
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04-15-2007, 06:15 PM
x74 is fixed drop and not very aggressive IMO. PSS9s are great coilover options for the street, but not the ideal setup for the track if you plan to go alot. PSS9s have 9 way adjustable dampening settings and you can drop it however you like, within reason, of course. X74 is cheaper, but it's worth paying the extra for PSS9s....
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04-15-2007, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by JNRSM3
x74 is fixed drop and not very aggressive IMO. PSS9s are great coilover options for the street, but not the ideal setup for the track if you plan to go alot. PSS9s have 9 way adjustable dampening settings and you can drop it however you like, within reason, of course. X74 is cheaper, but it's worth paying the extra for PSS9s....
The X74 is a fixed system with no adjustable height or dampening. However, it seems to have higher spring rates and firmer dampening than the PSS9. As a result it has a harsher street ride, but (IMHO) it is a better choice for the track.
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04-16-2007, 01:35 AM
I just checked shox.com and it is listed for $2099 for the c2. How'd you get it for $1800?
Originally Posted by Redridge
whats the price for x74, I picked up my pss9 for $1800, at shox.com
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04-16-2007, 09:50 PM
Originally Posted by Ray S (Chicago)
I'd disagree with that. PSS9's are actually the softer more comfortable choice. They are generally regarded as a good street coilover, but not a good coilover for the track. The offer the advantage of adjustable dampening and ride height. However, if you drop too low with them you'll ride the bumpstops.
The X74 is a fixed system with no adjustable height or dampening. However, it seems to have higher spring rates and firmer dampening than the PSS9. As a result it has a harsher street ride, but (IMHO) it is a better choice for the track.
The X74 is a fixed system with no adjustable height or dampening. However, it seems to have higher spring rates and firmer dampening than the PSS9. As a result it has a harsher street ride, but (IMHO) it is a better choice for the track.
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the PSS9 will likely cost more to install due to setting ride height, corner balancing and alignment.
In my experience having had a fully adjustable suspension in a previous car, having all the adjustability is not worthwhile if you can find a suspension with a fixed setting that meets your needs. Once it is on the car it is often to much effort and to pricey to keep making ride height adjustments, plus an alignment every time you adjust height.
As for setting the stiffness, you will no doubt play with it for a month, then never change the settings again.
If you are regularly tracking the car then adjustability is probably really important and you will be changing it often. However then the PSS9 is probably not the system you want for a dedicated track car.
The x74 is definitely an aggressive set up. For the price of the x74 you are also getting swaybars, new bushings and chassis reinforcement plates, new bump stops and top mounts. It is a very good price for a lot of parts.
Also the x74 uses Bilstein struts.
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In my experience having had a fully adjustable suspension in a previous car, having all the adjustability is not worthwhile if you can find a suspension with a fixed setting that meets your needs. Once it is on the car it is often to much effort and to pricey to keep making ride height adjustments, plus an alignment every time you adjust height.
As for setting the stiffness, you will no doubt play with it for a month, then never change the settings again.
If you are regularly tracking the car then adjustability is probably really important and you will be changing it often. However then the PSS9 is probably not the system you want for a dedicated track car.
The x74 is definitely an aggressive set up. For the price of the x74 you are also getting swaybars, new bushings and chassis reinforcement plates, new bump stops and top mounts. It is a very good price for a lot of parts.
Also the x74 uses Bilstein struts.
my $0.02
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04-17-2007, 05:13 PM
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PSS9's are less expensive to install....they come pre-assembled with the shocks and springs attached...Once you set your ride height, you probably wont change it, but you can set it to your likes...stiffness is great for if you use the car on a daily basis....soften it up for highway driving for a comfortable ride...stiffen it up for the canyons....can be done in 5 minutes and no alignment is needed after that....If you are building a serious track car...then neither is the best way to go....JIC or Motons are both better track options.....X74 is a good option for those that are weekend canyon runners in my opinion, but dont drive the car daily...for daily drivers or those that dont do alot of tracking PSS9's the better option....
Originally Posted by UCrazyKid
the PSS9 will likely cost more to install due to setting ride height, corner balancing and alignment, disassembly of the old struts and re assembly of the new.
In my experience having had a fully adjustable suspension in a previous car, having all the adjustability is not worthwhile if you can find a suspension with a fixed setting that meets your needs. Once it is on the car it is often to much effort and to pricey to keep making ride height adjustments, plus an alignment every time you adjust height.
As for setting the stiffness, you will no doubt play with it for a month, then never change the settings again.
If you are regularly tracking the car then adjustability is probably really important and you will be changing it often. However then the PSS9 is probably not the system you want for a dedicated track car.
The x74 is definitely an aggressive set up. For the price of the x74 you are also getting swaybars, new bushings and chassis reinforcement plates, new bump stops and top mounts. It is a very good price for a lot of parts.
Also the x74 uses Bilstein struts.
my $0.02
In my experience having had a fully adjustable suspension in a previous car, having all the adjustability is not worthwhile if you can find a suspension with a fixed setting that meets your needs. Once it is on the car it is often to much effort and to pricey to keep making ride height adjustments, plus an alignment every time you adjust height.
As for setting the stiffness, you will no doubt play with it for a month, then never change the settings again.
If you are regularly tracking the car then adjustability is probably really important and you will be changing it often. However then the PSS9 is probably not the system you want for a dedicated track car.
The x74 is definitely an aggressive set up. For the price of the x74 you are also getting swaybars, new bushings and chassis reinforcement plates, new bump stops and top mounts. It is a very good price for a lot of parts.
Also the x74 uses Bilstein struts.
my $0.02
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My car was under warranty for 2 years with PSS9s....never questioned once...had an engine replaced and maybe another 10k in work....