Just wanted some info on Hotchkis suspension. You know like ride quality, handling, Price. Does it help at the track also? I was planning the 2/4 drop.

 

That 12.8 second, just .5 seconds shy of a 500 hp Viper's quarter is awesome, have you any dyno runs? You will love the handling of the Hotchkis kit, just recommend you use the Doestch Tech adjustable shocks for smooth ride when you need it!

 

Are those the shocks you use? How do they compare to the Edelbrock IAS shocks?

Was the 12.3 on the Viper in a Motor Trend type magazine? I imagine so, if they can't get that thing down the track quicker then a 12.3, they must work for one of those big magazines.

 

My Hotchkis setup is awesome. I thought the ride was a little rough at first, but now I'm used to it. If you get the 2/4 drop, spend the extra money and get the sway bars too. You won't regret it, especially when your taking corners.
I used to get MAD wheel hop, now it's gone
The price was a little high, but you know the saying...

 

Thanks, no I don't have any dyno #'s. I have to go get it tuned on the dyno though. I'll post them whenever I get them.

 

You have seen how my truck hooks at the track with the Hotchkis springs. As far as ride quality on LA roads... . I though my kidneys were going to explode on that section of I-10 west of NO. Other wise, the ride is normally good but it is stiffer than other drops. I am happy with mine.

 

[QUOTE=BigKID] As far as ride quality on LA roads... . QUOTE]

LOL .... LA roads shouldn't be used for ride quality testing. Maybe baja suspension testing though ...

 

Mine were really rough when I first put them on. After about a month the ride seemed to get a lot smoother. I had the Bilstein shocks and they were pretty decent.

 

I originally had the IAS edelbrocks, and they are pretty freakin hard. I put the stock shocks in it, and it rode like a Cadillac. So I ordered the 9 way adjustable DoestchTech shock system, that allows you to adjust the shock settings from inside the truck with a push of the button. From softer than stock, to as hard as a freakin rock!

I'll be posting on them after I install them and give them a good test out!

Yeah, I was watching motortrend magazine television show and they ran a new viper with street tires, and it ran a 12.2 and 12.3, but I don't remember the mph speed.