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[atann]

Does my 2001 2.6 CDX have that, or was it only on the Elite? Does it make much difference to the ride quality?

[omega2018]

think it was only elites.  took mine out, no noticeable difference in the ride though supposedly the springs were softer. it basically does what it says, it 'self levels'.  main use is for towing or 3 fat people in the back.  its not like the adjustable ride suspension in some cars. 

[TheBoy]

CDX won't have it, I don't believe it was even an option.

The SL ride is softer - a nicer motorway mile cruncher, but more wallow in the corners.  For sedate drivers, a better, more comfortable ride all round.  For brisker drivers, its frustrating not being able to get the power down early enough coming out of the corners.

The actual SL aspect comes into its own with estates, due to their load lugging capability.  The saloons tend not to carry so much weight.  Though that one time I've used a SL Elite saloon with 5 people and luggauge, the SL was a godsend.


So, it depends on driving style, body style, and how much shite you occasionally lug about. IMHO of course.

[Doctor Gollum]

CDX won't have it, I don't believe it was even an option.

The SL ride is softer - a nicer motorway mile cruncher, but more wallow in the corners.  For sedate drivers, a better, more comfortable ride all round.  For brisker drivers, its frustrating not being able to get the power down early enough coming out of the corners.

The actual SL aspect comes into its own with estates, due to their load lugging capability.  The saloons tend not to carry so much weight.  Though that one time I've used a SL Elite saloon with 5 people and luggauge, the SL was a godsend.


So, it depends on driving style, body style, and how much shite you occasionally lug about. IMHO of course.

Heavy Duty or Plod Springs with self levelling makes the Omega pretty much perfect as a tow car/load lugger, especially the estate.

[TheBoy]

CDX won't have it, I don't believe it was even an option.

The SL ride is softer - a nicer motorway mile cruncher, but more wallow in the corners.  For sedate drivers, a better, more comfortable ride all round.  For brisker drivers, its frustrating not being able to get the power down early enough coming out of the corners.

The actual SL aspect comes into its own with estates, due to their load lugging capability.  The saloons tend not to carry so much weight.  Though that one time I've used a SL Elite saloon with 5 people and luggauge, the SL was a godsend.


So, it depends on driving style, body style, and how much shite you occasionally lug about. IMHO of course.

Heavy Duty or Plod Springs with self levelling makes the Omega pretty much perfect as a tow car/load lugger, especially the estate.

But too crashy when unlaiden, IMHO, impacting handling. Yours was particularly bad, due to the need to have the tyres at 10,000PSI.

But if always carrying load,

[Doctor Gollum]

CDX won't have it, I don't believe it was even an option.

The SL ride is softer - a nicer motorway mile cruncher, but more wallow in the corners.  For sedate drivers, a better, more comfortable ride all round.  For brisker drivers, its frustrating not being able to get the power down early enough coming out of the corners.

The actual SL aspect comes into its own with estates, due to their load lugging capability.  The saloons tend not to carry so much weight.  Though that one time I've used a SL Elite saloon with 5 people and luggauge, the SL was a godsend.


So, it depends on driving style, body style, and how much shite you occasionally lug about. IMHO of course.

Heavy Duty or Plod Springs with self levelling makes the Omega pretty much perfect as a tow car/load lugger, especially the estate.

But too crashy when unlaiden, IMHO, impacting ride comfort. Yours was particularly bad, due to the need to have the tyres at 10,000PSI. Also 18" wheels...

But if always carrying load,

Corrected for context, the handling on mine was about spot on...

[TheBoy]

Corrected for context, the handling on mine was about spot on...

The white high miler? Nah, I couldn't live with that.  But it was on rubbish tyres when I drove it, and 10000PSI

I run my 18s at 32-34, depending on fitment.