[_JD_]

I wanted the upgraded wheels and went for the Sports package. However, I have the fear that it will be far too stiff for the roads here in Socal. My thinking was that it'd be easier and cheaper to install softer shocks/springs than it would be to upgrade from stock.

Anyone know of a dynamic suspension setup?

Dynamic supplies Lotus w/ their Sport suspension packages. They are adjustable with bump, rebound and height. I'll bet they'll be a lot pricier than the Nitrons though. Gavin whats-his-name from Lotus goes through the Dynamic suspension on the Best of Britain-Lotus video posted on the "Elise videos" section of the board.

 

[_JD_]

_JD_ so you're telling me that the LSS is adjustable for compression damping, rebound and ride-height? Something extremely common in motorcycles, but rare with cars...

I was'nt clear sorry. The Dynamic suspension comes with Lotus' "Motorsport" cars that are not production types. The Sport 190 which was sold here in limited numbers for track use only, comes with the Dynamic suspension that allows bump, rebound and height adjustment.

The "LSS" or Sportpack that we can get on the Fed car is height adjustable only and comes with Bilstein dampers and Eibach (I believe) springs. I believe the LSS is comprised of the same basic setup as the base car but with firmer springs and re-valved Bilsteins(and of course the 7-double spoke forged wheels from Rimstock). edit- and the steering adjustment for the wider front wheels.

I did'nt opt for the LSS because I would like to get the benefits of a Dynamic type setup down the road.