05-05-2008, 02:47 PM
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Will somebody please explain the FE2, FE3 suspension stuff...
I searched for some info, but I got nothing really. What models come with the FE2/FE3 suspension? What is the difference between the two? I have a 99 GLS 4 door, it has the FE2 (that's what I read under the spare tire cover). I thought I heard that only the coupes come with the sport handling package (FE3?). Wouldn't a top option GLS have it too?
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'99 Alero GLS Sedan - Gold, V6, 17x7 Enkei PK6s,
SLP Catback, Eibach springs
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05-05-2008, 03:22 PM
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My 02 GLS didn't come with the FE3, which I thought/was told it came with it.
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05-05-2008, 05:19 PM
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Best way to find out is to check the RPO code for FE3. It is a stiffer suspension than the FE2.
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05-05-2008, 05:40 PM
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http://www.aleromod.com/forums/showt...ight=RPO+codes
Those are the RPO codes for the 01's.
I'm sure Cliff can get you the codes for the 99's too.
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05-05-2008, 10:00 PM
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Stiffer how... just the springs? thicker anti roll bar? etc...
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'99 Alero GLS Sedan - Gold, V6, 17x7 Enkei PK6s,
SLP Catback, Eibach springs
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05-05-2008, 11:31 PM
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I know for sure the struts and bushings are different since I had to replace the bushings. Checking Gmpartsdirect.com, the front anti-roll bar is different as well. I don't know the detailed specs though.
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05-06-2008, 12:39 AM
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Damn, I hope it's not too different. There's just something that irks me about not having the top handling package. I guess my springs compensate more than enough though, that and the fact that the car's been babied. It still feels tight...
Maybe I should've re-wrote the last sentence...
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'99 Alero GLS Sedan - Gold, V6, 17x7 Enkei PK6s,
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05-06-2008, 02:15 AM
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Well, FE2 is standard (in the Alero, there is no FE1 unlike some cars).
With the FE3 you get...
225/50R16 Goodyear Eagle RS-A tires.
Solid front sway bar
Stiffer Springs
firmer bushings
firmer struts
As far as i know, all GX and GL1 models are FE2. All GL2 models are FE3. GLS is standard with FE2, FE3 is optional.
I'm sure if i messed something up Mfuller could correct me on that one.
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2004 Corvette Convertible M6
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05-06-2008, 01:46 PM
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So FE3 IS available on the sedan?
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'99 Alero GLS Sedan - Gold, V6, 17x7 Enkei PK6s,
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05-06-2008, 06:29 PM
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i have a 01 4 door with FE3
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05-07-2008, 01:52 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mach1
So FE3 IS available on the sedan?
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Sure is...
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2004 Alero GX w/sport pkg - Sold, living somewhere in WI now.
2011 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 M6
2004 Corvette Convertible M6
1994 Chevy Beretta - Quad4/M5
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05-07-2008, 02:49 AM
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Thank you very much for the info gentlemen.
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