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Old 26 August 2008, 09:09 AM
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Is anyone using this?

http://www.whiteline.com.au/docs/bul...20sti%2008.pdf

The kit seems to be cheaper than if you buy the standard replacement parts? And more grip thrown in?
Old 28 August 2008, 05:46 AM
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I am amazed nobody has tried these. I've ordered them anyway........
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Let us know how you get on
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I have them on mine.

Done when V3's were fitted.

Do the job.
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Originally Posted by rossi_p
I have them on mine.

Done when V3's were fitted.

Do the job.
What feels different ?
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Going on mine in the near future Like you say better than replacing the standard parts and gives you the option of ride height changes without the associated problems
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Originally Posted by scoobynewbie72
What feels different ?
Difficult to say what the roll adjustment has achieved as I had Noltec top mounts, Noltec rear suspension arms, geometry and KW Variant 3's all fitted at the same time.

Overall effect is awesome.

Roll adjustment was fitted as when the car is lowered (in my case by the V3's) the geometry of the stock arms/rods is altered and they sit at an unnatural angle. The kit just restores the natural angle so unsure of the effect it would have on an otherwise unmodified setup.
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Just arrived. I'll fit them over the weekend. Gives me something to do.
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Originally Posted by rossi_p
Difficult to say what the roll adjustment has achieved as I had Noltec top mounts, Noltec rear suspension arms, geometry and KW Variant 3's all fitted at the same time.

Overall effect is awesome.

Roll adjustment was fitted as when the car is lowered (in my case by the V3's) the geometry of the stock arms/rods is altered and they sit at an unnatural angle. The kit just restores the natural angle so unsure of the effect it would have on an otherwise unmodified setup.
So you dont actually know what it helps with all those bits fitted too?
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Originally Posted by scoobynewbie72
So you dont actually know what it helps with all those bits fitted too?
I couldn't say if the roll adjustment would have any effect on a standard setup.

As far as I understand it, the roll adjustment is only required if the car is lowered in any way.
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Fitted and aligned. The difference is quite amazing. Quite a bit of extra front grip and the initial tendency for the car to 'hang onto' it's outside front tyre is reduced a lot.

After the Whiteline ALK and ARBs, definately a must do.
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Good news, What kind of ££ are they?
Ive already done the ALK and ARB`S, droplinks and Eibachs so was looking for anything to help with front end grip.
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I paid £140 delivered. Part number on the box was KCA313.
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Originally Posted by scoobynewbie72
What feels different ?
i have them fitted to track car and sons road car .the kit eliminates bump steer, and allows the steering rack the extra movment it needs under full compression ,so no tug on the steering, full control under all suspension movements.thats the easy way to explain it guys geo
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Lowering an Impreza will alter the front suspension geometry and prevent it from working as Subaru intended, this can lead to increased body roll, an increase in positive camber and bumpsteer - all will have an adverse effect on your car's handling.
Low and stiff may 'feel' good but the bum dyno doesn't accurately reflect your cars dynamics.
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As the others say, markedly improved front end grip. Also less body roll
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Originally Posted by scoobynewbie72
Good news, What kind of ££ are they?
Ive already done the ALK and ARB`S, droplinks and Eibachs so was looking for anything to help with front end grip.
atb
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thats the kca 313 roll centre adjust kit fitted on a suspension rig


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