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Old 03-12-09, 03:58 PM
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yes most likely i will let you know soon
Old 03-12-09, 05:28 PM
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Perfect. I've been getting interested in buying some springs lately. Keep me posted
Old 03-12-09, 05:58 PM
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for sure shoot me a price
Old 03-13-09, 11:45 PM
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pure drifter should i change any bushings while im swapping the suspension . cars got 155k
Old 03-13-09, 11:48 PM
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front strut rod bushings for sure.
Old 03-14-09, 07:11 AM
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Definately get coils...your gonna wanna go lower later and springs aren't gonna do it.

I don't know what your plans are but if you plan on doing air suspension in the future Tein's shock diameter is too big so bags wont go over.

I myself will be running BC Racing coils but companies like Stance, JIC, Hks would be my first choices if im gonna be spending a nice chunk of change.

Good Luck
Old 03-14-09, 01:30 PM
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uhh, there are guys out there running UAS over Tein CST, can't recall if anyone's doing it with the LS yet but iirc the shock diameter is the same.

and Stance stilll doesn't make coils for the LS doubtful that they ever will.
Old 03-15-09, 06:45 AM
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pure, r those dealer or aftermarket
where can i buy them, thanks
o ya and stance ya that would be nice =)

el maestro, ya i hear ya and with the 20ts i have i dont wna rub so ill always b able to adjust the height =)

o and any of you guys have size recommendations on spacers and brand, i don't want the wheels to stick out too much just enough to give it that nice wide look =D
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spacers depends on offset you currently have and how much fender work you're willing to do.

carson has the bushings you want, aftermarket by ADUS.
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Originally Posted by PureDrifter
uhh, there are guys out there running UAS over Tein CST, can't recall if anyone's doing it with the LS yet but iirc the shock diameter is the same.

and Stance stilll doesn't make coils for the LS doubtful that they ever will.
Damn Stance coils are the bomb too bad they didn't make them for the LS.
Then again there's not a huge market in it for them.

It's only the Tein basics i believe that are too thick for bags.

Still waiting on my BC's too come in. BC racing offered to install them for me to review them.

Should ride nice.
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Originally Posted by el maestro
Damn Stance coils are the bomb too bad they didn't make them for the LS.
Then again there's not a huge market in it for them.

It's only the Tein basics i believe that are too thick for bags.

Still waiting on my BC's too come in. BC racing offered to install them for me to review them.

Should ride nice.
tein doesnt make Basics for the LS, only Comfort Sport (CST)
Old 11-15-09, 07:34 AM
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Default H&R Sport Springs & KYB-GR2 Shock Combo - Comments Please

It's time for me to do some suspension work on my LS, I've got a bad clunk in the rear going over bumps. Doing a little searching here it seems that this is a pretty popular setup. I would be interested to hear comments from anyone who has or is using this combo.

I'm looking to stiffen up the handling just a bit and won't mind the small drop.

It looks like I can get a set from tirerack.com for $595 +$32 shipping, good deal? Also, do I need to buy the top mounts for the shocks or can I reuse the old ones?

More tutorials to come from this job!
Old 11-15-09, 09:24 AM
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or for another $200 you can get some coilovers. i was is in the same situation as u. i bought my megans from one of our vendors here and its well worth the extra $$. u get all that adjustability to get the ride to ur specifications.
Old 11-15-09, 09:30 AM
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Mr lexls himself! Mine drove beautifully when I had them on. It was like oem but just with a drop. I'm selling my set of h&r springs for $160shipped and paypaled. 10k or less miles on em.
Old 11-15-09, 01:21 PM
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+1 for going coils if you're about to drop ~$600 on spring/shock.


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