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What does "Non-compliance" mean in suspension parts?

rrr

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Can anyone tell me why some after-market NSX suspension parts are called "Non-compliance"? (such as "Non-compliance Toe Links" and a "Non-compliance Beam" from Comptech). I also see "compliance" in some such parts.
 
The stock suspension has rubber bushings which have 'compliance' - that is, they compress under pressure. Non-compliance means the soft rubber parts have been replaced with something that does not compress, like Delrin. Sometimes even aluminum.

Less compliance in the rear cross member means less camber is needed to compensate for suspension movement, as an example of why you might want to do this.

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[This message has been edited by David (edited 10 September 2001).]
 
The previous response was correct, however, typically these kind of mods tend to make the ride more harsh and increase road noise and vibration through the chassis. That's the price you pay for more precise and responsive handling.
 
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