KW v3 track setup

Nism0370

I currently have a 2011 nismo with swift springs on OEM nismo dampers. My last track weekend was not bad..passed a few newer Porsches however I'm not happy with the rebound compared to my 2 ton GTR. For example when I brake to a stop the front of the GTR does not dip at all or rebound..it feels tight and the front of the Nismo feels like it dips and a little bouncy. I Hate that! thats what I'm hoping to get out of the Kw v3 coilovers..ok and quicker lap times! I'd like an aggressive setting to start with...any suggestions?

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2011 Nismo-Swift springs, Stillen G3, F.I. LTH and CBE, SS lines, Motul 600, Carbotech pads, Setrab 25R oil cooler, Uprev Tune 323 whp
2009 GT-R Gun Metal Grey-AAM GT650-R 540awhp

threeseventy

My front dips a lot less when I don't overpower the rear brake pads, I see you use Carbotechs, make sure you're getting plenty of bite in back. Clint is the guru for KWV3 and top track times (GTA record holder in his Focus) so give him beaucoup info and use PM's asap for maximum response.

clintfocus

well first thing is first, the GTR's damper settings are very stiff in my opinion. ive been in GTRs on the track and on the street, and even in comfort mod my V3s have a better ride comfort. street cars need a certain level of weight transfer to really get their tire contact patches working whether its logitude or lateral movement. usually with a lowering spring/stock damper combo, the damper valving is usually not completly up to snuff, and the compression travel is limited, so you may be hitting bump stops, which would cause the bouncy sensation and lack of over all stability and confidence. The V3 rates are not crazy stiff, and are progressive, but this doesnt not mean its not up to the task for track use. Grip is compliance, its maintaining contact with the surface, so a setup that is too soft will crash into bumpstops which shocks the contact patch, and a overly stiff setup will not conform to the surface as well which also reduces grip

i have tried several different compression and rebound settings on my V3s on track and street, and i will tell you with certainty that running full stiff on the compression is slower despite it "feels" stiff and tight.


thanks man