Konis or Opentracker Roller Perches first?

ExtremeCarStere

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I picked up a set of Konis and a set of Opentracker's roller spring perches, but I want to get an idea of what each one adds to the suspension, so I want to install them one at a time and get a seat of the pants feel after each step. Which one should I install first? Thanks.

 

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bnickel

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the roller perches will probably have much more of an effect on the handling, so i would start there and then use the koni's to tweak the setup

 

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I just installed a set of front koni shocks this weekend.
Definitely made a difference (was the fastest Mustang at my local auto-x event today) but IMO roller perches make a more noticable improvement. I say get the perches first, and upgrade the shocks later. Will be a LOT easier to install shocks of any kind with the roller perches!

 

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Sorry, just to clarify, I've already purchased both and now I've finally got the time to put them in. I just want to see which one I should put in first to get the best idea of what each one is adding to the handling characteristics. So far it sounds like I should put the roller spring perches in and then install the Konis second.

 

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yeah might as well to the perches first since you gotta remove the shock to change the perches

 

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Just a quick note when installing Opentrackers roller perches. Because the central roller housing is a little thicker than stock, you'll have a hard time getting the washers on the shock stud once it sits in the perch. My recommendation since I just did the install, is to stick both washers together (rubber and steel) and have them on the underside of the perch before the stud goes through it. This way there won't be a problem slipping them on with the thicker perch housing. I'm sure there are other ways to do it, this way just worked for me.

 

2bav8

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DrStang,

How long have you had your roller perches?
Opentracker has recently changed his design giving more clearance for the shock bolts. Kits also include washers that have been ground down on one side for easier install as well.

 

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How about a link to these roller perches??

 

2bav8

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www.opentrackerracingproducts.com
I do believe opentracker offers a discount to Stangnet users as well.

 

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Thanks guys. It looks like I'll be putting the spring perches on first, giving it a test drive, and then putting the shocks on. I hope they improve the handling as much as everyone says they do.

 

brianj5600

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Shocks first, then try perches and current shock, then both!

 

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danewers said:

yeah might as well to the perches first since you gotta remove the shock to change the perches

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lol, you have to remove the shocks to do either one

 

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I would do the perches first too. The shocks are adjustable, you'll be playing with them for a long while.

John

 

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2bav8 said:

DrStang,

How long have you had your roller perches?
Opentracker has recently changed his design giving more clearance for the shock bolts. Kits also include washers that have been ground down on one side for easier install as well.

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I've had them on the shelf for about a year. Must have the older versions. Still nice!