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I just picked up an Aspire for my mom (thanks, Fever!) But I wonder if she could stand the firm suspension. I know Festiva suspension would be more comfortable for her, but what downsides would there be? Would just switching to Festiva springs help? Thanks.
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If it's a stock Aspire it should be plenty soft for your mom, shouldn't it? -
We'll see. I just want to be able to offer alternatives in the case that she finds it too firm. I could be overreacting, but she's recovering from cancer, and I want her to enjoy this car as much as she can. She's used to riding in bigger vehicles that aren't as firm.Last edited by DriverOne; 08-10-2012, 01:06 PM.In love with a MadScientist!:thumbright:
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The Aspire shouldnt be too firm. It is a heavier car, and rides just fine with the struts that came with it, and are designed for it.
It would be WAY too soft with the Festiva components, imo.Dan
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Yeah, the Aspire suspension is designed for the added weight of the Aspire, so it should be about like a stock Festy in terms of ride. Plus, the Aspire is probably more comfortable and refined anyway. I would be afraid going to lighter Festy springs would make it handle funny (maybe dangerous).
Edit: BTW- Best of luck and prayers to your Mom. Hope she makes a speedy recovery! The BEST years of my dad's life were AFTER he was diagnosed w/cancer and recovered. Sometimes you don't fully appreciate the gift of life until something like that happens.Last edited by blkfordsedan; 08-10-2012, 01:54 PM.Brian
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Thank you for your heartfelt motion, BFS. I'll forward your text to her. It's a great thing to have friends like you on this site.Originally posted by blkfordsedan View PostIn love with a MadScientist!:thumbright:
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