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Old 11-28-05, 10:38 PM
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alright, so i've had my gs4 for about 2 weeks now, and the stock height just isn't working for me. i want to lower the car around 1.75", but no more than 2". What would you guys recommend as far as suspension setups? i'm trying to save my ride quality as much as possible, but i do understand that nothing rides like stock except for stock. also keep in mind that i will have 19's on the car shortly. i appreciate the feedback
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Hmm... we could do a swap and I'm in FL too and am trying to sell my car.

I'm interested in selling my 19s (see wheel classifieds) and maybe my Tein Flex coilovers, EDFC, and StopTech big brakes.

My ride's firmer than stock, but ride damping is adjustable from inside the car with the electronic EDFC module, and of course it's height adjustable (manual, take the wheels off deal) so you could get the height wherever you want it.

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address link to classifieds?
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Personally, I think Tein CS rides like stock...if not better. You should be able to find a good used set.
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If you don't mind spending cash , get Zeals
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Originally Posted by Dennis-C
Personally, I think Tein CS rides like stock...if not better. You should be able to find a good used set.
is the "CS" just the model name?
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Originally Posted by rbeermann
is the "CS" just the model name?
Yes. The make is TEIN and the model is CS. They also have the FLEX model. It will slam the car but you do give up some ride quality.
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tein cs are coilovers or springs? i appreciate your input on all this
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Originally Posted by rbeermann
tein cs are coilovers or springs? i appreciate your input on all this
Coilovers. I'd suggest the CS too.
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one more question...tein cs come as a complete kit? i don't have to get shocks or anything, right?
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Originally Posted by rbeermann
one more question...tein cs come as a complete kit? i don't have to get shocks or anything, right?
Correct. It also comes with 16-way adjustable dampering. The dampers control the stiffness or the ride. You can set it to a soft or stiff setting. I always had my on the softest.
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