Prodrive introduces Active Shock Technology
01-24-2004, 10:27 PM
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Prodrive introduces Active Shock Technology
Prodrive expects to release it's new Active Shock Technology™ suspension system for the WRX in 2004. It utilizes a chassis mounted 'black box' equipped with accelerometers and a yaw sensor to determine changes to individual shock (inverted struts) valving at each corner. Prodrive's AST appears to have the strut valving mechanism attached just below the strut mounting point so as not to introduce additional unsprung weight to the vehicle. Prodrive's AST is capable of varying the valving from much softer than stock to much stiffer than stock. This system does not adjust ride height.
Target price as reported in Sport Compact Car magazine is below $3000.
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Target price as reported in Sport Compact Car magazine is below $3000.
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01-24-2004, 11:14 PM
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Do you know what the threaded sleeve on the strut body and "keyed" collars are for towards the bottom of the strut? Just the ability to swap springs and adjust preload?
01-24-2004, 11:37 PM
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Active Shock Features
§ Adjusts suspension performance in real time to provide maximum performance driving capability
§ Improves ride comfort during normal driving without sacrificing handling
§ Monitors ride conditions and adapts in real time to improve grip and ride quality
§ Optimizes understeer/oversteer balance during corner entry and exit
§ Improves straight line stability
§ Allows the driver to fine tune feel and performance level from the driver seat by selecting Comfort, Sport, or Race settings
§ Allows damping to be adjusted for competition without rebuilding strut unit
§ Compensates for changes in spring rate or wheel and tire configuration
§ Reduces ABS intervention over irregular surfaces
§ Handles larger bumps, jumps, and potholes without bottoming
Active Shock Includes:
§ Four (4) semi-active, remote reservoir strut units with springs
§ Wiring harness connecting the four struts to master control unit
§ Upgraded rear shock mounts
§ Ride State Aware Algorithm
§ Optional dash-mounted driver interface unit with integrated display and control panel
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01-25-2004, 02:06 PM
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very nice. now how about some damn struts to match their springs for a price that isn't above and beyond anything i'd ever consider spending?
the prodrive springs don't work THAT well with 02-03 stock struts. they could have easily thrown out a set matched to those springs before dumping this product on us.
the prodrive springs don't work THAT well with 02-03 stock struts. they could have easily thrown out a set matched to those springs before dumping this product on us.
01-25-2004, 11:44 PM
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Origami posted by Steppin Razor
Do you know what the threaded sleeve on the strut body and "keyed" collars are for towards the bottom of the strut? Just the ability to swap springs and adjust preload?
Do you know what the threaded sleeve on the strut body and "keyed" collars are for towards the bottom of the strut? Just the ability to swap springs and adjust preload?
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01-26-2004, 10:31 AM
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Originally posted by Wingless Wonder
Thanks for the link, Mr. Lowball!
I hadn't seen that page, yet.
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Thanks for the link, Mr. Lowball!
I hadn't seen that page, yet.--
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"…axles of evil…" - george w. bush
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01-27-2004, 11:17 PM
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I am fairly certain Prodrive will make these for the 2002 WRX.
I absolutely cannot wait to see how sweet this active technology is. Prodrive isn't the type of outfit to put out hype without something to back it up with. And they're talking some ridiculous game about these things.
I absolutely cannot wait to see how sweet this active technology is. Prodrive isn't the type of outfit to put out hype without something to back it up with. And they're talking some ridiculous game about these things.
02-04-2004, 07:23 AM
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Very Cool:
Each Prodrive suspension with Active Shock technology kit includes:
• 4 semi-active, remote reservoir strut units with Eibach
(2.5 inch Inner Diameter) springs
• Wiring harness connecting the four struts to the master
control unit and the vehicle's electrical system
• Upgraded rear shock mounts
Available Upgrades:
• Dash-mounted driver interface unit with integrated display
and control panel
• Customer specified springs
• Adjustable spring perches for ride height and corner
weight adjustment
• Adjustable camber plates
• G-meter function
• User-configurable transient balance adjustment
• Level 1 Data Acquisition
• Level 2 Data Acquisition
• Full Race Configuration
Each Prodrive suspension with Active Shock technology kit includes:
• 4 semi-active, remote reservoir strut units with Eibach
(2.5 inch Inner Diameter) springs
• Wiring harness connecting the four struts to the master
control unit and the vehicle's electrical system
• Upgraded rear shock mounts
Available Upgrades:
• Dash-mounted driver interface unit with integrated display
and control panel
• Customer specified springs
• Adjustable spring perches for ride height and corner
weight adjustment
• Adjustable camber plates
• G-meter function
• User-configurable transient balance adjustment
• Level 1 Data Acquisition
• Level 2 Data Acquisition
• Full Race Configuration