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Old 12-20-08, 06:19 PM
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Default 2006 GS300 AWD with Tanabe Lowering Springs

I bought Vossen Wheels but I do not want to put them on without lowering the car. I have seen other posts where Tanabe 210 were used on AWD. Did you have any problems with knocking, fitment or any problems at all. Tanabe reps have said there has not been enough testing to iron out all the bugs. Any help would be appreciated.
Old 12-20-08, 08:18 PM
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I have them on my 07 GS350 AWD and I do not have any problem with it, all I can say is that it rides better than before and the looks is so much better now......
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Which springs did you use and what size wheels do you have. I have 20.9 and 20 10.5.
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I have the NF210 on my 06 AWD, Yes the car looks a lot better lowered, handle's great, but I do get a small vibration when I'm at a stop light.
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Anymore input on this, I have a 06 AWD and wanting the same springs.....any insight on issues or problems would be great
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I would go with Tein CST coilovers if you wish to keep the smooth ride.
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^^^ Tein CST do not fit AWD GS.
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Originally Posted by SNiiP3R
^^^ Tein CST do not fit AWD GS.


so does the tanabe's fit on the AWD ?
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Springs NF210/DF210 will fit, coilovers won't
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Originally Posted by apok003
I have the NF210 on my 06 AWD, Yes the car looks a lot better lowered, handle's great, but I do get a small vibration when I'm at a stop light.
first i want to thank everyone for their input i want to drop the car as low as possible i have 20x9w245/35f&275/35r i see that the df210 drop a little lower than the nf210 help on this would be appreciated
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Originally Posted by Sammie
first i want to thank everyone for their input i want to drop the car as low as possible i have 20x9w245/35f&275/35r i see that the df210 drop a little lower than the nf210 help on this would be appreciated
I wouldn't recommend the DF210. The drop is very aggressive. I believe you will have major rubbing issues, a harsh ride, your tires are not going to last very long and your struts/shocks will wear much faster. Keep in mind, for whatever reason all of the aftermarket companies who manufacture lowering springs for the 06+ GS do not specify for AWD. I would keep the drop as subtle as possible (Tanabe NF210) just to make sure that no powertrain components experience any accelerated premature wear (e.g. front CV boots and axels).

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Originally Posted by nardeezy
I wouldn't recommend the DF210. The drop is very aggressive. I believe you will have major rubbing issues, a harsh ride, your tires are not going to last very long and your struts/shocks will wear much faster. Keep in mind, for whatever reason all of the aftermarket companies who manufacture lowering springs for the 06+ GS do not specify for AWD. I would keep the drop as subtle as possible (Tanabe NF210) just to make sure that no powertrain components experience any accelerated premature wear (e.g. front CV boots and axels).
How is the feel on the NF210, does it ride close to stock ?

Also on your wheel/tire setup isn't the second tire choice a greater overall diameter, the first was off by .02" ? Why did you go that route ?
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