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Old 07-15-2006, 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Bowtieracing
Could someone point out the major benefits betveen stock subframe modified with all DSE coil over kit and R&P vs. New DSE subframe ? Is the difference possible to "feel" on the road or track ?
The two biggest advantages over a stock sub I see right off the bat are:

1. The DSE sub is designed to accomodate a rack/pinion, so it's easier to get the geometry right.

2. Less labor then welding up the stock sub. Modifying for coil overs and reworking it for a rack.

It also looks like they really reworked the geometry, but I am not expert enough to give an opinion on it. The nice part about DSE is that you know the quality is top notch.

A car with good geometry is just nicer to drive on the road. Too much scrub radius or bump steer just makes it a PITA to drive. So yes, you would feel the difference in a good frame over a bad one.
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