gewe21

I have 20" rims on order... and I will not install those without lowering my car. For simple lowering, people are suggesting Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs, but I heart that these will eat my stock (non euro tuned) shocks, and it will not last long according to their claim ( 6 months , or maybe if I'm lucky up to 20k miles at most)
Is this true ?

Would I be better off with coilover ? I'm thinking either Tein CS with EDFC / EDCF ? or JIC Majic ... which one is better ? cheaper ? easier to get ? easier to install ?

The car is a 2002 LS430. Thanks a bunch.

Pagong

I do believe that TEIN doesnt make a model for our cars specially one that can be compatible with the EDFC.

As far as JIC Magic goes read on retrodrives review on the FLt-A2 model that he has on his car.

Lexkost

If you are going to lower it better change the struts with the springs don't waste your money and time using the stock struts..........I suggest Bilstein and Eibach I have them on a 96LS and the combo is great .As for coilovers they are twice as much money and my be to aggressive for your needs.

RA40

iTrader: (6)

After-market damper cartridges typically have a "lifetime" warranty. If you will be taking all these things apart, it is efficient to replace the stock dampers for better performing units. (In most cases.)

Given yours is new, it would be hard to say how long they would last. 6 months to me seems premature as stock height units with "normal" conditions last upwards of 70K miles. Even if you halved it, you may not begin to see damper failure till about 35K. Given that the car will have improved handling, and you'll drive it as such, I agree with Lexkost that replacing the stock units would be a complete package.

The kink is if you have an active suspension, as the new LS are optioned, I dunno what to recco and I'd consult with the maker of the springs what they suggest.

retrodrive

I'd suggest JIC's. First of all, they are easier to get. Secondly I tried them in all kind of setup on my LS. They can go from softer then stock to rock solid state. Right now I have them on more agressive damping since my driving requires that. Coilovers are like a good prostitute...they can be anything you want them to be

Methodical

iTrader: (-1)

Tein does make coilovers for the LS430. I have them in my living room. They are the CS coilovers and they are compatible with the EDFC. I haven't gotten around to having them installed yet. I'll post pic's once I do. Retail is $1,800.00
Check out this link for more info:
http://i-m-racing.com/lexusls400430.html
Take care

Pagong

Oops my bad...forgot he had a newer car than me

do they make one for the UCF10/11?

gewe21

Thanks for the input. For more economical solution, I don't mind doing Eibach / Bilstein combo, but the thing is that Bilstein offers NO struts for the LS430
Looks like I'll have to go all the way to coilovers... well, time to start saving...

Lexkost

gewe21 I have been looking around for you and now for the money the TeinCS for $1395 is a very good deal...........Eibachs & Bilstein ( if they made them ) would cost about $800 ..........I would go with the Tein CS...........Look at the site the guy posted above..........If I were you I would Jump on this deal!!!!!!!!

retrodrive

is tein sc damping adjustable? If not, there is no point using coilovers at all.

Neo

iTrader: (3)

Yes they are. Height and dampening adjustable, the latter with EDFC if you want.

DoubleWhoosh

We have the LS430 Tein CS readily available, $1299

PM or email if you want a set!

Lexkost

Do you have them for 2nd gen. LS.

DoubleWhoosh

Yes sir!