Dual mode suspension on SRT question

[Ninjakris]

I was looking at my battery bay in my 14' SRT and while the suspension computer module (or whatever its called) is missing, it does appear that the wiring is in place for it. So it got me thinking. Can the dual mode suspension be added to a SRT post production? I know several people have replaced their dual mode with Motons and it might also be a good option for them to recoup some $$$ selling the OEM duel mode set-up.

*** I don't know if its something I would actually do, but it would be nice to know if its possible***

[JonB ~ PartsRack]

I think there might be a BCM or other update needed...does your SRT have the "Shock Mode" buttons at dash lower-center?
I have not driven a G5 SRT, just G5 GTSs !

[Ninjakris]

I think there might be a BCM or other update needed...does your SRT have the "Shock Mode" buttons at dash lower-center?
I have not driven a G5 SRT, just G5 GTSs !


JonB, no it does not have the "shock mode" buttons at the bottom. They are blank. My quick mental thought is I would need the following: BCM/suspension controller (i'm pretty sure that sits next to the battery), shock mode buttons, shocks, and have a dealer update the computer so the car knows it has it. There might be more to it, but I would be very surprised if all the wiring wasn't already in place.

[mjorgensen]

I understand that the ability to push a button and change from soft to hard is cool, but other than that there really isn't anything that cool about the factory shock, they are not magnetic or anything high tech. The system also automatically switches to hard over 100 mph, but IMO that is not always a good thing based on road surface.

Doing the swap out and buying all the parts will cost as much as doing a proper set of MCS race shocks and stiffer springs with a wide range of adjustments at the turn of a knob, separate compression and rebound. Not electronic, but you can change ride height, rake, corner weight, choose spring rates or swap as needed and make small adjustments based on the track or surfaces you drive on increasing mechanical grip because MCS will keep the tire planted better and not jiggle over surface imperfections because they are too stiff. PLUS they will ride as good or better than the factory shocks.

The factory suspension is well thought out and executed, I'm just saying that you can have much better options for set up with the MCS just not a push button.

[Mamba52]

Off topic. Kris will you have your car at the upcoming Wanna go fast? Just picked up a 15 after seeing your car.

[Ninjakris]

Mark, you don't have to convince anyone that MCS's are the way to go for aftermarket suspension. There has been a ton of success stories with those shocks. I'm more looking into if its possible to add the OEM dual mode after the car has been bought. Think of it like the 18-speaker upgrade. There are plenty of aftermarket options for the same or less $$$ that will sound good, but a lot of people like the idea of factory parts on their cars.

Mamba52, congrats on the new ride. yes, I will have my car at both events in May.