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Old 02-09-07, 04:42 AM
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i did some searching and i think i will be lowering my car, a gs430, with the TEIN CS coilovers, i've heard that they have a factory feel. the best price i found so far was 1250.00 shipped, is this a good buy? and also anyone suggest that i should replace anything else while i do this upgrade, such as, ball joints, bushings...ect. and last question is how low can i go without needing a camber kit?
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The only word of advice I can give you is definitely go with a coilover setup. I did not know much about suspensions when I went with my L-tuned shocks and springs and I regret it every day. Most people with CS will tell you it is the best way to go to keep your ride similar to stock with more control.
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Originally Posted by Ali Hamed
i did some searching and i think i will be lowering my car, a gs430, with the TEIN CS coilovers, i've heard that they have a factory feel. the best price i found so far was 1250.00 shipped, is this a good buy? and also anyone suggest that i should replace anything else while i do this upgrade, such as, ball joints, bushings...ect. and last question is how low can i go without needing a camber kit?
The Tein CS Version 2 is an excellent choice for GS coilovers. The price sounds fair, but check with Carson anad TM Engineering, too. Replacing other items depends on how many miles you have on the car. Unfortunately there is no camber kit available for the 2nd generation GS.
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I like my l-tuned drop but at $250 installed who wouldnt. If I would have not had that deal I would have gone with the Teins. I would like to be lower but hey I have a house payment too
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$1250 delivered is a good price. I love mine. I lowered just barely an inch, and my tech says the alignment is in spec, but the camber settings are maxed out.

re: other things to replace, how many miles do you have now?
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