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Old 09-30-12, 06:41 PM
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i don't want to be as low as coils so i just purchased the H&R sport springs that everyone recommends.

$203 shipped with 4% off promo code at THMotorsports (a sponsor here).
Old 09-30-12, 06:51 PM
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Wow, that's a great price for those springs. I just paid $275 at a local shop. Fuuuuu
Old 09-30-12, 06:58 PM
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Thanks for everyone pitching in =] I'm still learning
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Similar wheel to cv3 on h&r springs. I dont regret it coming from bc coils on previous car.









Old 09-30-12, 07:29 PM
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^ Looking good man, i'm so digging it haha
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my 07 2IS was dropped on Fsports, but around here install for coils/springs is around 400. The drop was enough for me since im a city driver however 2 of my stock struts have since leaked oil and were replaced under warranty. I think im getting lucky because techically the warranty was supposed to void if I didnt also buy the fsport struts from what I hear. On the ISF Ill be going to coilovers but im in no rush.
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Originally Posted by SL222
Similar wheel to cv3 on h&r springs. I dont regret it coming from bc coils on previous car. ]
^ this is the guy's pics that sold me on H&R sport springs.
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SL222, what size are your wheels? 19" or 20"? And tire profile as well, if you don't mind my asking.
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Problem with springs is that if you don't end up liking the ride height, there's nothing you can do outside of removing them. Which would then cost you the same as new coil overs. You can find Megan EZ STREETS for $500-600.

I rode on Road Magnets springs for 6 months (lowest springs for the 2IS) and made the switch to coils after I felt it was too low. Now with my coil overs and an hours time I can change the height whenever I need to. On long trips I always raise it.
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As others said save the cash and buy coils and.when you get them install them yourself
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H&R is like $450 INSTALLED ... Coils would be like $800+ installed... roughly double. If you are happy with the H&R drop I don't see a need for coils... Might as well save that $400 ...

H&R springs have the best/even drop for springs, and ride great as well

My car on H&R:

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Originally Posted by sm1ke
Wow, that's a great price for those springs. I just paid $275 at a local shop. Fuuuuu
Screw you lol I paid 340 here in Toronto

Where did you get it
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Originally Posted by reyoasian
Screw you lol I paid 340 here in Toronto

Where did you get it
Me? I had a local store in Winnipeg order them in for me.

I could post the store's website, but I don't know the rules about posting links to non-supporting vendors on CL. They are big supporters of Vossen though. I can PM you if you want, just let me know.
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Sorry for the dumb q im new here to lexusfamely and from what i read still cant get my mind to get coilover or spring i got stock 08 and im living in the city ( bumps)or just live it stock

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Originally Posted by Asher
Sorry for the dumb q im new here to lexusfamely and from what i read still cant get my mind to get coilover or spring i got stock 08 and im living in the city ( bumps)or just live it stock
I would suggest to buy coils.

Depending on where you live, you can lower it for the summer time and raise it a bit in the winter. You can also adjust the ride to as stiff or as soft as you like


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