Description
The value of KW V3 Clubsport on a 1974–1989 Porsche 911 (G body | 19mm) is not just the change in stance; it is the ability to place the chassis in a more controlled operating window for the way the car is actually driven.
KW V3 Clubsport is developed for enthusiasts who regularly use road-legal cars on track. It combines independent rebound and compression adjustment with firmer, motorsport-oriented spring/damper calibration and application-specific top-mount hardware where specified. The setup should be viewed as a tunable system whose final behavior depends on alignment, tire, ride height and the driver's intended circuit use.
Why Choose the KW V3 Clubsport for This Application?
Choose V3 Clubsport when the vehicle sees meaningful track use and the standard V3's street bias is no longer the main priority. The stronger track focus makes alignment, tire choice and corner balancing more consequential.
Key Features
- Independent rebound and compression adjustment
- Track-focused spring and damper calibration
- Application-specific Clubsport top-mount configuration where supplied
- Height adjustment for road-and-track setup
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Porsche
- Application: 911 (G body) incl. 19mm raised spindles
- Configuration: Requires 16" wheels minimum
- KW Jobber Model Years: 74-89
- KW Part Number: 35271864
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 15-35 mm (0.6-1.4 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 15-35 mm (0.6-1.4 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 170 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: 400 lb/in
- Top Mount Configuration: Camber / OE*
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
For mixed street and performance use, start from KW's baseline settings and make changes one variable at a time. That gives the driver a repeatable way to separate genuine setup improvement from simple changes in ride feel. After installation, establish ride height and alignment first, then make damper changes in small increments and record them so the effect of each adjustment remains clear.
Important KW Fitment Notes
- KW Note 1: Height adjustable on the front and rear axles (threaded strut housings)
- KW Note 67: Valving is adjusted by adjustment knobs, rebound is only adjustable if the top of the piston rod is accessible. This will depend on the design of the vehicle.
- KW Note 97: Clubsport coilover with top mount: only with front axle top mount available
- KW Note 408: Front axle coilovers incl. Knuckle in galvanized steel
Fitment note: Specifications above are tied to the exact KW part number shown and the application data in the supplied KW jobber sheet. Confirm the vehicle's drivetrain, factory electronic suspension, axle weight and any listed hardware requirements before ordering.