coilovers that simulate stockish feel but go low?
08-14-14, 01:15 PM
#16
I've been considering swapping/trading out my TEIN SS coils for a simple shock/spring combo.
My goal is the same as OP. Back to a stock feel, while remaining lowered. I no longer need my SC to be my sports car. I'm not 16 anymore and I have a Porsche and a bike to pick up the slack.
Thoughts?
My goal is the same as OP. Back to a stock feel, while remaining lowered. I no longer need my SC to be my sports car. I'm not 16 anymore and I have a Porsche and a bike to pick up the slack.
Thoughts?
lower? gixxer drew
lower? KW V3 coilovers
08-14-14, 01:30 PM
#17
I don't remember exactly how much lower my car is vs. stock, but it's perfect for what I want. See pics:
What lowering spring will give me the same drop? I'd maybe consider a tiny bit lower, but it's not really practical going through downtown ATL.
08-14-14, 01:44 PM
#18
I helped my buddy install Tein CS's on his '99, and they are VERY close to stock ride comfort. I have crappy Megans on mine and the ride is night and day (obviously). T2d2 should probably go drive a car on a given mod/suspension before giving an opinion.
My buddy is on stock wheels right now, so he doesnt really have rubbing issues, but the one problem I can see is there would be a lot of rubbing/scraping with 18/19's - since the Comfort Sports are so soft (although I will say that we do have them on the softest setting, so tightening it up a couple notches will probably solve that issue as well).
If I can find a set of Comfort Sports I'd probably be jumping on them, since I'm not into the slammed bone jarring ride some people on this forum are. In fact, last I checked I thought Ltuned/Carson carried Tein CS's? But at $1800 the price was a little ridiculous (my buddy bought his used from the classifieds here for $650 and they're in perfect condition).
Your other option, although I have no experience with them, are BC's. Lotsa good reviews on them here.
My buddy is on stock wheels right now, so he doesnt really have rubbing issues, but the one problem I can see is there would be a lot of rubbing/scraping with 18/19's - since the Comfort Sports are so soft (although I will say that we do have them on the softest setting, so tightening it up a couple notches will probably solve that issue as well).
If I can find a set of Comfort Sports I'd probably be jumping on them, since I'm not into the slammed bone jarring ride some people on this forum are. In fact, last I checked I thought Ltuned/Carson carried Tein CS's? But at $1800 the price was a little ridiculous (my buddy bought his used from the classifieds here for $650 and they're in perfect condition).
Your other option, although I have no experience with them, are BC's. Lotsa good reviews on them here.
08-14-14, 02:14 PM
#20
I figured that would touch a nerve with someone. Keep in mind, it wasn't my opinion. Rather that of the professional who installs, races, and sells the stuff. I have Teins on my other car and am luke warm on the setup. I didn't mention that when asking what he thought of Tein's offerings for the SC.
08-14-14, 05:34 PM
#21
See if you can find a set of the H&R JZA80 Coilovers cheap or used. The ride is very compliant, maybe 35-40% firmer than stock but doesn't crash over road imperfections.
Coilover: H&R Street Performance for JZA80
Price: Can be found for less than $900 - MSRP is $1150.
Spring Rate: F - 9.2kg/mm R - 5.1 (515/285lbs/in)
Review: Think of these as a complete Gixxer_Drew-type setup in a box. The kit comes with H&R-branded Bilstein shocks (non-adjustable), H&R springs, and have an threaded collar for height adjustment. They re-use factory top hats and dust boots. Manufactured in Germany to TUV standards.These are a great option for someone looking to maintain compliance while lowering, or for daily use. They handle quite well on the street, although they would be too soft for regular track use.
Would buy again: Yes - if same pricing promotions applied.
Coilover: H&R Street Performance for JZA80
Price: Can be found for less than $900 - MSRP is $1150.
Spring Rate: F - 9.2kg/mm R - 5.1 (515/285lbs/in)
Review: Think of these as a complete Gixxer_Drew-type setup in a box. The kit comes with H&R-branded Bilstein shocks (non-adjustable), H&R springs, and have an threaded collar for height adjustment. They re-use factory top hats and dust boots. Manufactured in Germany to TUV standards.These are a great option for someone looking to maintain compliance while lowering, or for daily use. They handle quite well on the street, although they would be too soft for regular track use.
Would buy again: Yes - if same pricing promotions applied.
08-14-14, 08:56 PM
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I've been considering swapping/trading out my TEIN SS coils for a simple shock/spring combo.
My goal is the same as OP. Back to a stock feel, while remaining lowered. I no longer need my SC to be my sports car. I'm not 16 anymore and I have a Porsche and a bike to pick up the slack.
Thoughts?
My goal is the same as OP. Back to a stock feel, while remaining lowered. I no longer need my SC to be my sports car. I'm not 16 anymore and I have a Porsche and a bike to pick up the slack.
Thoughts?
08-14-14, 09:37 PM
#23
I had the ASD springs on Tokicko (sp?) Blues shocks years ago. Too low at the time, but I was still using stock 16" wheels. Maybe on 18s they'd be more functional? Either way, there's zero adjustability there.
I'm leaning toward a Gixxer Drew set up. I just need to do more research to see if there's a different process for the SCs specifically vs. Drew's original plan.
I'm leaning toward a Gixxer Drew set up. I just need to do more research to see if there's a different process for the SCs specifically vs. Drew's original plan.
08-15-14, 01:00 PM
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the espilars give you the lowest drop I think but probably affects the comfort the most because of that. since you are going with supra stuff the stock supra setup is already a 1" drop on a SC, so just get some regular lowering springs like the eibach pro kit that is more middle of the line drop and you will probably be a good balance with ride still.
I helped my buddy install Tein CS's on his '99, and they are VERY close to stock ride comfort. I have crappy Megans on mine and the ride is night and day (obviously). T2d2 should probably go drive a car on a given mod/suspension before giving an opinion.My buddy is on stock wheels right now, so he doesnt really have rubbing issues, but the one problem I can see is there would be a lot of rubbing/scraping with 18/19's - since the Comfort Sports are so soft (although I will say that we do have them on the softest setting, so tightening it up a couple notches will probably solve that issue as well).
If I can find a set of Comfort Sports I'd probably be jumping on them, since I'm not into the slammed bone jarring ride some people on this forum are. In fact, last I checked I thought Ltuned/Carson carried Tein CS's? But at $1800 the price was a little ridiculous (my buddy bought his used from the classifieds here for $650 and they're in perfect condition).
Your other option, although I have no experience with them, are BC's. Lotsa good reviews on them here.
If I can find a set of Comfort Sports I'd probably be jumping on them, since I'm not into the slammed bone jarring ride some people on this forum are. In fact, last I checked I thought Ltuned/Carson carried Tein CS's? But at $1800 the price was a little ridiculous (my buddy bought his used from the classifieds here for $650 and they're in perfect condition).
Your other option, although I have no experience with them, are BC's. Lotsa good reviews on them here.
I had the ASD springs on Tokicko (sp?) Blues shocks years ago. Too low at the time, but I was still using stock 16" wheels. Maybe on 18s they'd be more functional? Either way, there's zero adjustability there.
I'm leaning toward a Gixxer Drew set up. I just need to do more research to see if there's a different process for the SCs specifically vs. Drew's original plan.
I'm leaning toward a Gixxer Drew set up. I just need to do more research to see if there's a different process for the SCs specifically vs. Drew's original plan.
08-15-14, 01:31 PM
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The difference between the bilstein/lowering spring combo and the Gixxer_Drew setup (If I'm not mistaken) is that the GD gives you height adjustability, but it's not made for anything older than mildly lowering your car. Mine isn't slammed, but I think it is lower than what is recommended for the GD system. There's so much info to absorb on that topic that it's overwhelming. Plus, there have been revisions to it over the years.
08-15-14, 05:17 PM
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Yea from what i've been reading about the gixxer setup it is definitely not made for going too low, in fact some pics of install in a sc seem to be about stock height or even higher in some cases? Ive seen some pics of Sc guys using billstein/eibach and to me it looks like a good height...im going to be rolling on 18's though and i dont want to mashing up my fenders if the billstein/eibachs are too low
