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Kit came in. Quality looks really good. Unfortunately won’t have time to install it for a couple weeks. I’m curious now about the dr_kdss before I do the install. What exactly is the difference?
I went with the Blackgate harness. There is a noticeable improvement in ride quality when KDSS is disabled.
My initial test was on Maple Spring Road in Silverado Canyon. This is a dirt service road with an easy uphill climb to Santiago Peak. Speeds over 15 mph would normally be uncomfortable with KDSS engaged.
I didn't have the same experience with the harness installed. The ride suspension didn't feel as stiff and there was less bouncing around when traveling above 15mph.
I'm happy with the results so far.
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r2m
Richard
I'm familiar with that road! So it really does feel a little (or a lot) smoother going over some the washboard?
That's my biggest issue when off roading, I hate washboard roads! If disableing KDSS smooths out the ride, I may just invest in that!
Also, I really like where you put your button pad in the ashtray! Great idea! Can you still close the sliding door when you're not needing it?
It was a lot smoother than before and I am happy with the results so far. However, I purchased this kit with the idea of traveling over washboard roads at 25 mph without loosing the fillings in my teeth. That test will come this weekend so don't pull the trigger yet.
Yes! I can close the sliding door. Got the idea from an IG post. 90 degree bracket with double sided 3M tape did the trick.
The $175 kit from Blackgate comes with the kdss harness and relay.
Red and yellow connect to the kdss harness. White and black are connected to positive and negative bus bars. Both bus bars are connected to the switch pros controller.
Thats it!
That is what I mean. The black and white need to be brought to the engine compartment where people normally mount their spod /switch pros relay box.
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While this about KDSS on 200 series... 150 series applicable on a theory based level even with some differences and a really good video overview of how KDSS can be beneficial
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Great explanation. So if I understand this, the accumulator is there to provide smooth ride over bumps. Does that make the switch redundant? Hmm
Any updates or reviews from any users?
I installed the Dr. Kdss control harness last night. Did a quick drive around and it definitely works. With kdss disabled going around turns you get a considerable amount of lean. Suspension feels much more forgiving. Highly recommended! I'm excited to test it off the street soon...
r2m
Richard
How long/difficult was the install?
Did you go with the factory style on/off button?
r2m
Richard
So there's not having to run wires to the front and rear KDSS's? Is the install all under dash?
Apologies for all the questions.
Apologies for all the questions.
Bang Bang
Age is a state of mind.
I watched an install video or 2 yesterday for the Dr KDSS and it is just like the throttle controller install, all under the dash and self contained. Unplug a connector, plug in the Dr. KDSS module and run the wires for the switch, that's it. Looks like it can be done in under 30 min easily. This is the route I will likely go soon.
