DSE quadra link vs. leaf springs

[Steve Chryssos]

Originally Posted by Bowtieracing

Purpose of this post is to answer regular joes-like me - 4/10 racing need with good pro touring looks. Finally we are getting there-thanks for Steve!

Performance isn't everything. The DSE Quadra-Link, or other quality link style suspension will give you far superior ride quality as compared to leaf springs. Mid corner bumps will be less unsettling. And coil-overs allow for easy ride height adjustment and spring rate swaps. These are the primary considerations. Ride height adjustment might sound trivial, but I went thru many sets of leaf springs and lowering blocks before achieveing my car's current ride height.

Now that I've had the opportunity to drive a variety of cars, I want to ultimately get rid of the leaf springs. I want to at least maintain my car's current level of performance while improving ride quality. Since this is a pro-touring car, ultimate performance is a lower requirement than ride quality, adjustment, packaging, price and ease of installation.

First I will learn how to weld. Then I will do the swap. Probably 3 link. Maybe next year.