Suspension And Drivetrain - Modified Magazine

01 KSport

Kontrol Pro coilovers

KSport Kontrol Pro coilovers are the perfect choice for those looking to lower their vehicles and increase handling performance. Featuring 36 levels of damping adjustment, ride-height-adjustable lower mounts for retaining maximum suspension travel, a new patented pillow-ball design that helps combat noise while turning, electroplated shock bodies, and monotube design for efficient heat dissipation. All Kontrol Pro coilovers are backed by an industry-leading 18-month warranty.

KSportUSA.com

02 Whiteline

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X heavy-duty rear 27mm adjustable sway bar

Whiteline’s 27mm three-point sway bar is dollar for dollar one of the best handling improvements you can make to your Evo X. Altering the length of the lever arms permits the roll stiffness to be tuned for different driving situations without replacing the entire bar. The stiffer the bar, the less body roll will occur. Whiteline bars are solid spring steel, not tubular, making them stiffer than similar-diameter bars.

WhitelineUS.com

03 ClutchMasters

FX Single-Disc clutch kit

The FX single-disc series features a high-leverage pressure plate design allowing increased clamping pressure while maintaining a near stock pedal feel. Four different friction disc configurations are available, including the new Fiber Tough material. Also included is a clutch fork bearing and alignment tool for a plug-and-play installation.

ClutchMasters.com

04 Tanabe

Sustec Pro Z40 coilovers

Brand-new from Tanabe is the Sustec Z40 coilover. The Z40 is a 40-way-adjustable, fully threaded casing damper with height adjustment that is independent from spring preload and also has new technology to prevent noise during spring movement. They are made in Japan to ensure the highest quality and durability. Special resin sheets prevent noise created by the spring shifting during compression. Large metallic bearings prevent wear and provide a quieter and comfortable ride.

Tanabe-USA.com

05 KW Suspensions

Variant 3 Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ coilovers

The KW Suspensions coilover for the ’12 Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ enables owners to lower their vehicles 20 to 50 mm and retains enough travel to handle maximum load and dynamic loads during driving. Adjustable (and independent reacting) rebound and compression damping allow a truly individual performance-driving setup for technically demanding drivers. Compression damping adjustment conducted in the low-speed range, while KW engineers set up the high-speed preset, so decisive for driving comfort. The stainless steel construction internally and externally provides long-term durability and corrosion resistance from the elements.

KW-Suspension.com

06 Whiteline

Strut-mount camber/caster correction

The Com C front upper strut mount uses a high-duro rubber for +0.75-degree caster and -0.5-degree camber for more control without compromising ride quality or comfort. The Com C uses Group N–spec low-compliance rubber and twin-shielded bearing design. Drivers can potentially increase upwards of 5 degrees of total caster and -3.5 degrees of camber. Applications include FR-S/BRZ and Subaru WRX, STI , Legacy, Outback, and Forester.

WhitelineUS.com

07 D2 Racing

RS coilovers

D2 Racing has released RS coilovers for ’11+ Hyundai Sonata, ’11+ Kia Optima, ’11+ Scion tC, ’12+ Honda Civic, ’04-’06 Infiniti G35X, ’07+ Infiniti G37X, ’00-’04 BMW 325xi/330xi, ’05+ BMW 325xi/328xi/330xi/335xi, and ’08+ BMW M3 to its current offering of more than 300 applications. The RS coilovers offers 36 levels of damping and rebound adjustment, separate height/preload adjustments, and pillow-ball camber plates or aluminum top mounts.

D2Racing.com

08 K-Tuned

K-Tuned No-Cut K-Swap shifter box

This is the ultimate shifter for your K-swapped EF, EG, EK, or DC2. The shifter mounts with no cutting of the exhaust tunnel and provides a perfect seal to prevent exhaust and moisture from entering the car. The shifter assembles securely in two pieces and lets you keep your existing center console and cupholders. Like all K-Tuned shifters, it can be adjusted for throw, spread, height, and rotation to fit every driver.

K-Tuned.com

09 ATS

Carbon/Metal Clutch Kit for FR-S / BRZ

ATS presents its carbon and metal clutch for this year’s most noteworthy sports car, the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ. From the single clutch with the ultralight pedal effort to the triple clutch for more than 1,000 hp, ATS performance clutches will improve driving pleasure and performance. Metal single, twin, and triple will be available in January 2013. Distributed in America by PPI.

PPI-ATS.com

10 K-Tuned

K-Tuned traction bars

This is the third generation traction bar from K-Tuned, and it has proved to be the strongest setup yet. Bars are available for EF/DA/EG/DC2/EK and come in three options: Pro-Series, B-Series with extra front engine mount, and K-Swap with rad brackets. These traction bars are designed for high-horsepower street cars and track cars. Key features include a chromoly steel crossmember, laser-cut and CNC-machined ¼-inch steel components, TIG and MIG welding for strength, and an ultradurable powdercoating.

K-Tuned.com

11 Tomioka Racing

Final Drive gearset for Mitsubishi Evo five-speeds and six-speeds

Tomioka Racing’s final drive gearset takes Mitsubishi Evo transmission tuning to another level. The gearset raises the overall gearing of Evos and can be used to improve acceleration or top-end speed, allowing additional customization based on the specific racing application.

TomiokaRacing.com

12 Motion Control Suspension

MCS advanced damper systems

MCS offers two-way and three-way systems for the most popular cars around the world, including BMW, Porsche, Corvette, Viper, and many more. MCS is currently in development of new single- and double-adjustable nonremote systems for popular cars like the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ, as well as many other applications including Honda S2000, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, BMW E36, E46, and E9X, Porsche 996/997, and many more.

MotionControlSuspension.com

13 Tomioka Racing

Tomioka Racing five-Speed close-ratio gearset for Subaru WRX (’98-’05)

TR’s close-ratio gearset for GC8 (five-speed) is designed to allow the demanding requirements of high-power track/drag cars. It features superior strength, durability, and the strictest level of quality control including extreme durability testing. It’s proven 30 percent stronger and tougher than billet components. Gear specifications: First-3.272, Second-2.285, Third-1.667, Fourth-1.238, Fifth-0.958

TomiokaRacing.com

14 ATS

Carbon LSD for Honda B & K engines

New for this year from ATS is its carbon LSD Spec 4 and Spec 5 for Honda B18C and K20 engines. With incredible 20lgm initial torque, the LSD generates lightning fast throttle response and superb locking performance. At the same time, the unique carbon discs have zero chattering noise and produce significantly less understeer.

PPI-ATS.com

15 Godspeed Project

Gen2 camber arms for ’06-’11 Honda Civics

Godspeed Project’s Gen2 camber arms for the ’06-’11 Civic (all models) are finally perfected. Driver Ken Suen, racing Big Red, placed First in Global Time Attack Street FWD with GSP’s camber arms. The design of this camber arm allows the user to easily adjust the camber on the car, saving both money and time. The camber arms and bushings are designed to withstand the stress on lowered vehicles and dedicated race cars. They have an adjustable range of +/- 3 degrees and come with a three-year, no-questions-asked warranty.

GodspeedProject.com

16 Centerforce

DFX clutch series

The Centerforce DFX clutch series is for high-end applications that continually demand increased integrity and holding capacity. DFX has great holding capacity and strength but also provides some of the best driveability from a race-inspired single-disc clutch. DFX retains an easy pedal effort from a patented ball bearing–actuated diaphragm for smooth engagements without detriment. Iron pressure plate rings and reinforcements are designed to help safety and prevent drive-strap breakage. The DFX series is aggressive and may cause some chatter.

Centerforce.com

17 Quaife

QDF23R Limited-Slip Differential

Quaife is pleased to announce the release of its latest limited-slip differential for the VW Golf R and Audi A3, S3, and TT applications. The Quaife QDF23R replaces the factory open differential and transforms the performance and handling characteristics of your VW or Audi. Quaife differentials are backed by a lifetime warranty, use OEM fluids, and are maintenance and adjustment free. Available exclusively through Motovicity Distribution.

Motovicity.com

18 Cusco

Limited-Slip Differential (LSD)

Cusco offers five different types of limited-slip differentials: the Type RS, Type MZ, Hybrid diff, Compact, and Pro Adjust. Each has its own exclusive patented design by Cusco as well as special features (1.5- or 2-way conversion, patented oil flow system) and a wide range of adjustability (preload, lockup timing, ramp angle), which makes an LSD a must for regular street driving or professional competition use. Cusco LSDs are tested and used in all forms of professional world-class motorsports including Rally, Gymkhana, Time Attack, and Drifting.

CuscoUSAInc.com

19 Saenz

Sequential Shifter for Honda K-series transmissions

Using a standard Honda K-series OEM case, Saenz has developed an internal sequential shifter with special forks working on a dog ring system gear also made by Saenz. Easy to install, no extra machining needed, it is available in four or six forward speeds. The four-speed kit (H4K) has a bed plate that prevents the shaft from bending under high torque. The six speed kit (H6K) has been successfully used in Touring road racing and Rally applications. Many ratios are available for drag racing, both in gears and ring and pinion.

SaenzGroup.net

20 Raceland

Nissan 240SX coilovers

Raceland is happy to announce its adjustable coilovers for the Nissan 240SX. The S13 coilovers offer the ability to adjust height through adjustable hub mounts to ensure proper spring preload and shock travel. Adjustable mounts, pillow-ball top hats, and front camber adjustment ensure great ride quality, performance, and adjustment 1-3 inches below OEM ride height.

Raceland.com

21 Cusco

Street Spec-A coilovers

The Cusco Street Spec-A suspension coilover system is designed to provide a lowered vehicle ride height while maintaining comfort and performance for daily-driven street cars. The newly developed 40-way-adjustable shock absorber enables a wide range of suspension settings suitable for virtually any given road condition. This system is perfect for those on a budget who desire a high-quality, made-in-Japan product.

CuscoUSAInc.com

22 Blox Racing

Competition lowering springs

Blox Racing Competition Series lowering springs offer drivers improved handling and maximum performance without sacrificing quality. The vehicle’s center of gravity is lowered, improving driving response and increasing stability while reducing the effects of nose dive under hard braking and minimizing body roll during hard cornering.

BloxRacing.com

23 Blox Racing

Spherical Bearing kits

The Blox Racing spherical bearing kits directly replace the soft, rubber factory bushings. These rubber bushings contribute to the “sloppy” feel experienced by many during hard driving on road courses and racetracks. These spherical units allow your vehicle’s suspension to maintain a better and more consistent geometry during hard cornering and spirited driving. Proper geometry and setup directly result in better tire contact patch.

BloxRacing.com

24 Öhlins

Road & Track coilovers

The expanded line of high-performance Road & Track suspension system features a patented DFV dual-flow valve, height adjustability, and a single-bleed adjuster that delivers unmatched balanced traction, controllability, and feel. The Öhlins struts and shocks are corrosion resistant, fully rebuildable, and have a limited two-year warranty.

OhlinsUSA.com

25 The DriveShaft Shop

GT-R Pro-Level axle kit

DSS’s GT-R Pro-Level axle kit features a direct-fit outer CV made from a high-grade proprietary material, Porsche-style 108mm CVs on both ends but upgraded to use their signature 30-spline bars with billet 4340 cages. Aerospace-quality torsional center bars twist significantly more than a factory unit allowing them to absorb a great deal of the shock produced by high-horsepower applications.

DriveshaftShop.com

26 Hyperco

Ultra-High-Travel (UHT) coilover springs

Hypercoil ultra-high-travel suspension springs are designed specifically for light-rate / high-travel coilover applications. UHT designs meet the requirements for soft-spring / big-sway-bar setup in oval track racing and high-travel / light rates for drag racing. The new UHT designs feature a larger “body bulge” allowing for additional deflection, rate linearity, and resistance to bowing (available in select rates in 12-inch, 14-inch, 15-inch, and new 16-inch free lengths).

Hypercoils.com

27 JRZ

RS1 single-adjustable coilovers

Developed for daily driving and track use, the JRZ Suspension Engineering RS1 is a monotube single-adjustable damper built with race-winning technology. Made on the same line as the professional motorsport series, the RS1 comes as a bolt-in kit ready to run. Internals were specially developed for the RS1 to ensure that superior ride quality can be maintained and then taken to the track to break records with the click of a knob

JRZSuspension.com

28 Hotchkis

Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ springs

Hotchkis spent hours on the track developing sport springs for the FR-S and BRZ that were comfortable enough for the street but well tuned for a track day. They offer a mild 1-inch drop front and rear with increased spring rates, up 45 percent in the front to 185 lb/in and up 25 percent in the rear to 265 lb/in, that reduce suspension bottoming and improve the vehicle’s overall balance. All Hotchkis products are manufactured in the USA and come with all necessary hardware.

Hotchkis.net

29 Buddy Club

N+/D1 Spec coilovers

Buddy Club’s coilovers have been developed based on extensive research and data collected over many years of competitive racing experience. Featuring 15 levels of damping adjustment, ride height adjustment, and monotube design, the N+/D1 spec kit is designed for stable performance with less noise thanks to floating roller bearing seats. Excellent for both track and street.

CobbTuning.com

30 ACT

Subaru BRZ performance clutch systems

Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT) has released SFI-approved performance clutch systems for the ’13 Subaru BRZ. The sporty Subaru BRZ has drivers excited about swift performance, crisp handling, rear-wheel drive, and a manual transmission. Addressing the common concern of soft and vague clutch feel, ACT proudly announces solutions developed specifically to enhance the BRZ driving experience, as well as providing extra torque capacity for future engine upgrades. AdvancedClutch.com

31 Cobb Tuning

’07-’09 Mazdaspeed3 antisway bar kit

Cobb Tuning’s Mazdaspeed3 antisway bar kit was developed using sound motorsports engineering principles and further validated by hundreds of miles of on-track testing and competition on the Cobb Mazdaspeed3 Time Attack car. Overall roll resistance is significantly increased, allowing the driver to attack the corners, responding with razor-sharp turn-in, reduced midcorner understeer, and improved corner-exit balance. The bars have multiple settings both front and rear, giving additional adjustment so handling can be tuned to driver preference. The tubular design allows significant rate increases while reducing chassis weight.

CobbTuning.com

32 ShepTrans

R35 GT-R transmission rebuilds

The R35 GT-R is an excellent platform that responds very well to power upgrades. But when adding power, the transmission will need to be upgraded to hold the additional torque and stress from hard launches. ShepTrans starts each build with a PPG First gearset, custom clutch snap rings, and Dodson FWD retainer and mechanical locks along with Selector piston shims, an O-ring and seal upgrade kit, an oil pump shaft upgrade, and blueprinting to address the most common problems. This allows abusive drag race–style launches and a clutch capable of holding well over 1,000 lb-ft and 1,600 plus horsepower.

ShepTrans.com

33 HSD

HR Type coilovers

HSD coilovers typically feature large-diameter monotube-type dampers with a 44mm internal piston and 15-step damping adjustment on most applications. Where applicable, HSD coilovers feature an inverted monotube design for greater strength, durability, and reduced unsprung weight at no extra cost. Ride height is set with a movable base bracket to give your car the perfect ride height without compromising performance. Shock valving and spring rates are chosen to provide great performance on the track with reasonable on-road compliance.

HSDCoilovers.com

34 KW Suspensions

DDC (Dynamic Damping Control) coilovers

KW DDC coilovers allow the enthusiast to control/change damping rates remotely, utilizing patented Variant 3 valve technology for premium ride quality and performance. A proportioning valve is controlled electronically to regulate the flow of oil (within milliseconds) and provide varying damping rates. Plug-and-play and retrofit versions are available, as well as an optional W-LAN module so damping can be adjusted via the innovative KW DDC app for Apple devices.

KW-Suspension.com

35 Tein

Mono Flex coilovers for the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ

Tein Mono Flex coilovers are an entry-level motorsports and advanced street driving kit with adjustable damping force (16-way), ride height and spring preload (full-length), and pillow-ball mounts front and rear. Monotube construction along with a micro speed valve provide precise control for slow- and high-speed damping force.

Tein.com

36 Greddy

Type-S suspension kit

Designed for the optimum balance of traction, comfort, and adjustability, GReddy Type-S coilover kits include 46mm-diameter pistons in a monotube shock and 32-way-adjustable damping. Instead of the common heavy spring rates with a harsh ride that easily lose traction on bumpy American roads, the Type-S system utilizes a relatively softer spring with a longer stroke to maximize traction on the streets and track.

GReddy.com