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Suspension upgrade for the Porsche 911 F-body (1965-1973)
The first production model in the legendary 911 series, the "Urmodell" (also known as F-body) was produced from 1965 until 1973. Developed as the successor to the Porsche 356, the 911 quickly established its reputation as a precise and sporty rear-engine sports car. The chassis of the classic Porsche 911 F-body is still considered to be the defining feature of the unmistakable driving experience of the early 911. The combination of a rear engine, low vehicle weight, and torsion bar suspension ensures direct feedback and high agility. Modern shock absorber technology can optimize this handling in a targeted manner without changing the original chassis architecture. We offer our KW V3 damper kit for the F bodies 911 T, 911 E, and 911 S, including the Coupé and Targa. For models built from 1969 onwards, we only supply model variants with a one-piece steering knuckle.
The chassis design of the Porsche 911 F body & why a new damper kit makes perfect sense
The factory suspension
The early 911's factory suspension is characterized by torsion bar suspension at the front and rear, single-wheel suspension at the front and a semi-trailing arm rear axle. It also has a relatively low overall weight. This design provides a highly responsive steering experience and exceptional agility. However, it also places special demands on damper tuning. Many vehicles still in use today have original or heavily aged shock absorbers, which can cause handling to differ from the original characteristics.
Our KW product
The Porsche 911 F body is a sports car icon to this day thanks to its timeless lines and unadulterated sportiness. The KW V3 damper set allows the handling of this classic car to be optimized without altering the original torsion bar spring suspension architecture. Thanks to independently adjustable rebound damping (16 clicks) and low-speed compression damping (12 clicks), the handling can be precisely tailored to the driving style and application. Greater stability at high speeds, better traction during acceleration and a more direct steering response ensure modern, controlled handling.
Customized lowering
This coilover suspension offers maximum possible lowering, customized to your vehicle model. You can also change this at any time after installation.
Adjustable rebound (low speed)
You'll notice the difference with every click! Here, you can adjust the low-speed rebound with 16 clicks. This adjusts the ride characteristics, making them either harder or more comfortable.
Adjustable compression damping (low speed)
You can fine-tune the low-speed compression damping even after installation. The vehicle's handling and stability will benefit from 12 clicks.
Composite spring disc
The height-adjustable KW spring plate is made from a resistant and friction-optimised polyamide composite material with a stainless steel insert. In contrast to anodised aluminium adjustable spring plates, the polyamide composite material prevents possible oxidation.
Additional technologies
Tested on the 7-Post
High-quality stainless steel housing
Trapezoidal thread
Technical component reportDoes the V3 damper kit fit the original Porsche 911 model without any major modifications?
Yes. The V3 damper kit was developed specifically for the chassis of the early 911 and replaces the standard shock absorbers without any huge modifications to the original chassis design. The factory torsion bar suspension remains completely intact, so that the technical concept of the classic Porsche 911 remains unchanged.
Does the damping rate change the character of the vehicle?
No, it doesn't. The aim of the system is not to change the character of the vehicle, but to make the existing chassis concept work more precisely. Modern damper technology ensures better control of body movements and more stable handling, while retaining the typical driving feel of the classic 911.
Is the KW V3 damper set for the Porsche 911 F model adjustable?
Yes. The damping kit offers separate adjustment options for rebound (16 clicks) and compression (12 clicks). This allows the handling to be customized. For example, for comfort-oriented road driving or a sportier setup on winding country roads.
Why is there no classic KW coilover suspension for the original model?
The chassis of the first 911 is based on a torsion bar suspension system. Unlike modern vehicles, the spring rate is determined by the torsion bars rather than coil springs. For this reason, classic 911 models typically use damper sets that make use of the existing spring architecture.
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