Koni Classics - what setting to start with?

[Boulder69]

Well I finally have all of the parts to start on the suspension for my 69 Camaro. I plan on doing it in stages to prevent burn-out, plus I can't decide on wheels so the ATS spindles and C5 brakes will have to wait.

I'm gonna tackle the DSE front and rear springs with the Koni classics this week. Where should I set the adjustment on the Konis? I read a post from Chicane67 about running them full soft but I want to make sure before I start. The car is a small block with aluminum heads (LT1), with DSE 2" drop coils (550 lb?) up front and 3" drop leafs (175 lb) out back.



I know it's easy to pull them and re-adjust, but it's hotter than hell this summer and work has been just as hellish. I don't have the time or energy to fine-tune right now, so I am looking for a good starting point. Anyone have any experience with this setup that can share?

Thanks to all who can help. -eric

[MrQuick]

on average 1-2 turns out from stop in. Although my GTO was 1/2 turn out. Soft is good but its personal preference unless you like 800lbs springs like Tommy does. KC

[fast Ed]

We just put some Koni Classics in my 68 Cougar a few months ago. The setting we used was 1/2 a turn from full soft, position number 2 out of the 5. Seems like a good compromise between ride and handling. For reference, the car has some generic 620 lb. aftermarket springs from a Mustang parts vendor, and stock rear springs, and is lowered about 1-1/2".

The car is used on the street only. For track use, I would probably try going 1 or 2 notches stiffer on the front.


cheers
Ed N.

edit: add info

[Boulder69]

Thanks guys. Anyone else out there that can add anything?