Description
KW V5 targets owners of the 2004–2005 Porsche Carrera GT (980, Carrera GT) who want a suspension package selected around the vehicle application rather than a generic spring-and-damper combination.
KW V5 uses independent low- and high-speed adjustment in both rebound and compression, giving an experienced tuner much finer control over body motion and wheel control. KW positions the V5 as a premium road-performance system that brings motorsport-derived damper architecture into a street-capable package. The application-specific calibration is intended to give the chassis a more deliberate response than a one-size-fits-all suspension combination.
Why Choose the KW V5 for This Application?
Choose the V5 when you want four-way damper authority without moving to a pure race-only package. It gives an experienced tuner the tools to separate chassis-motion control from faster wheel movement in both compression and rebound.
Key Features
- Low- and high-speed rebound adjustment
- Low- and high-speed compression adjustment
- Low-pressure gas damper technology designed for precise response
- Application-specific ride-height adjustment
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Porsche
- Application: Carrera GT (980)
- KW Jobber Model Years: 04-05
- KW Part Number: 30971027
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 0-10 mm (0.0-0.4 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 0-10 mm (0.0-0.4 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 345 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: 400 lb/in
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 411: Variant 4 struts / dampers made of aluminum or kit is a combination of aluminum and stainless steel per axle
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.