Congrats, you will love it.
6 weeks? Those are rookie numbers, I waited 12 weeks for mine!
Mid- Corona Virus we saw times as low as 1 week! KW took this time now to do some factory upgrades so it slowed back down again.
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MPP vs Redwood Coilovers
- Thread starter GreenHokie
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Mid- Corona Virus we saw times as low as 1 week! KW took this time now to do some factory upgrades so it slowed back down again.
The hybrid kit was Sports dampers with Comfort springs, it has now been replaced by the Comfort Adjustable kit!
Thanks, Jesse. I’m getting excited thinking about how differently my ride will look (& hopefully feel) once I receive and have your updated Comfort Adjustable Coilover kit installed.
Also, I think there may be a general misconception that adjustability is the only difference between your standard (non-adjustable) Comforts and the newer Comfort Adjustable. As you said on the phone, the updated Comfort Adjustable kit uses different components than the standard Comforts. It is not clear if better corrosion resistance and better quality are the only differences. Some of those differences may already be identified on your website. However, perhaps you can identify/summarize them here, so prospective buyers are more aware.
Also, I think there may be a general misconception that adjustability is the only difference between your standard (non-adjustable) Comforts and the newer Comfort Adjustable. As you said on the phone, the updated Comfort Adjustable kit uses different components than the standard Comforts. It is not clear if better corrosion resistance and better quality are the only differences. Some of those differences may already be identified on your website. However, perhaps you can identify/summarize them here, so prospective buyers are more aware.
Order a few days ago and it looks like its already otw
Really? You ordered the Comfort Adjustable Coilover kit a few days ago and already received notification that it has shipped?
If so, congratulations you lucky dog!
Order a few days ago and it looks like its already otw
Really? You ordered the Comfort Adjustable Coilover kit a few days ago and already received notification that it has shipped?
If so, congratulations you lucky dog!
The RWD versions are in stock!
Understood. The AWD/Performance version is the one that is not stocked and built-to-order only.
Really? You ordered the Comfort Adjustable Coilover kit a few days ago and already received notification that it has shipped?
If so, congratulations you lucky dog!
Yea for awd performance, got the tracking number. Maybe getting the wrong item? or getting the camber arms first
It is likely the camber arms, just shoot us an email if you want some clarification since I don't know everyone's forum handle!
ULEWZ
Member
If you search, you will see great reviews on here somewhere (I don't remember where I saw them). FWIW, I have the sport coilovers, and find the 10/12 adjustment super smooth and they have the stiffer springs. If you went 12/14, I can't image it would not feel soft (Lexus like), if not too soft (Cadillac like). I find the 10/12 adjustment better than stock (I have PUP), but way more compliant over bumps and pot holes. Must have more travel or something. Not harsh at all, so with that, the adjustable comfort coilovers will do the trick IMO.
zman222
Member
I have the MPP Hybrid setup. When I drive my familiar commute to work I am just amazed at how the the MPP Hybrid system is able to smooth out the bumps so much better then the stock dampers. I used to try and avoid about 4 different bumps knowing how hard they felt and upset my ride. The stock dampers were just too stiff for many streets on my daily drive. Now it is fun to travel the same path and not care about swerving around them. I haven't had the Hybrids on very long, but the ride and handling are clear upgrades from stock. It's truly a win win. I wonder how much more comfortable the new MPP adjustable dampers are. They must be super smooth. The main advantage of sticking with the hybrids I own would be the easy swap of springs to performance springs if I truly wanted to track my 3 because the dampers are performance ones. I probably never will track though. But to everyone who is ordering the comfort adjustable dampers looking for a smoother ride than stock, my belief is that you will be truly amazed at the transformation in ride quality. You will definitely have a smile on your face. Can't wait to hear the reviews as well on them.
zman222
Member
Exactly. The hybrid setup was a product you could get from MPP that combined their performance or sports dampers with the softer coils used on the original comfort kit. I remember discussing with Jesse from MPP many times about how I wanted to improve my AWD Model 3 non-P ride. Some people like the stock ride as is and some believe it's too stiff for daily driving. My 3 is my daily driver and my commute is about 40 minutes each way. I purchased my 3 because I was blown away when I test drove my friends. However, the excitement and amazement with a 'first time' drive masks the long term use and minor disappointment after ownership when it comes to commuting. Needless to say I absolutely love this car and will be keeping it for a long time. But the stock stiffness was an issue with bad streets, potholes and bumps. Very unsettling at times would be accurate. Two times I thought my tire most have blown with the hit I felt. It was very nasty. A few months ago Jesse pretty much assured me that the hybrid system would transform the cars ride. He was totally accurate and the MPP folk appear to be the best at customer service and straight shooters. So I ordered the Hybrid kit and found out exactly what Jesse was saying. One other thing. When my order was being built I discovered the Redwood/Ohlins coilover thread and almost cancelled my order for the Redwood Touring coilovers. Jesse didn't even hesitate to offer a full refund if I wanted to cancel. Just very straight up over at MPP. I have nothing bad at all to say about Redwood. Just stating that MPPs products are the real deal and their customer service is far better than anyone I have ever dealt with before.
Thanks for the additional feedback, zman. Good to hear you’ve had such a positive experience with MPP’s products and customer service. The roads in my area are pretty good/smooth. So, I feel the stock suspension (with stock 19’s) is actually quite comfortable as is for my daily street use. I’m not really expecting to notice any difference in ride feel or quality when I receive & install MPP’s latest Comfort Adjustable kit, unless/until I take my M3 on some twisty roads or to the track.
The main goal for me is to lower the vehicle without making the ride more firm/harsh. Certainly could have gone a much less expensive route than coilovers. However, I want to do it “right” with lowering the vehicle, so decided to go all out!
I’m always I bit skeptical when I hear people say how much coilovers transform their rides. To be clear, I certainly do not doubt anyone who says they notice/feel a difference. I just don’t think I will under normal driving situations. Perhaps these coilovers will exceed my expectations and I’ll be able to notice a difference even during normal/routine street use. We shall see... in about 7 weeks.
The main goal for me is to lower the vehicle without making the ride more firm/harsh. Certainly could have gone a much less expensive route than coilovers. However, I want to do it “right” with lowering the vehicle, so decided to go all out!
I’m always I bit skeptical when I hear people say how much coilovers transform their rides. To be clear, I certainly do not doubt anyone who says they notice/feel a difference. I just don’t think I will under normal driving situations. Perhaps these coilovers will exceed my expectations and I’ll be able to notice a difference even during normal/routine street use. We shall see... in about 7 weeks.
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zman222
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GreenHokie you sound like me about a year ago in doubting what coilovers can do. I had been lurking on sites like this for a while. I researched UPPs springs, their coilovers and of course MPPs and Redwoods a little bit. Once I heard about the Hybrids I felt like taking a chance. Glad my experience helps you a little bit in what to expect. I have no doubt lowering your car will NOT make the car ride any stiffer with the Comfort Adjustable kit. You will notice no drawbacks as I have read can occur if you had went with lowering springs only.
You're going to love it, trust me i'm a Hokie too
When i first picked up my Model 3 with coilovers, i could immediately feel the difference just when on the highway and changing lanes (but they were pretty stiff). I'd bet you can feel the difference pretty quickly and you are going to be very happy!
How much do you want to lower? Anything over 1.5" will likely make the ride harsher over larger bumps, since lowering with preload compromises bump travel, hitting bumpstops more frequently.
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