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11-11-12, 10:06 AM
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First and foremost, the ride is awesome! There were 0 problems with the coil overs, the hard part was removing the the back seats in the UL version. It took a good deal of effort to get the new coil overs on the back, the control arms had to be pressed down just enough to slide the new Megans on. I left the dampers at the factory settings but had to raise the front by almost 2 inches cause it was too low for my taste. The rear I raised 2 inches prior to installing them too. In the end though, it rides way nicer than factory in my opinion, even has a sportier feel around corners!
i am thinking about the EZ Street line they have, just slightly more expensive than the Strutmasters and based on your post a much better product.
Let me know, i appreciate it.
Thank you.
11-12-12, 07:08 AM
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Hi Seancott, my names is Tim. 96 ls400 w/116,000 miles. Everything is just fine except for the darnair suspension. I was glad to read your post on the issues you had with the Strutmasters and the success of the Megans. My question is, can I replace/convert my car with the Megans???
i am thinking about the EZ Street line they have, just slightly more expensive than the Strutmasters and based on your post a much better product.
Let me know, i appreciate it.
Thank you.
i am thinking about the EZ Street line they have, just slightly more expensive than the Strutmasters and based on your post a much better product.
Let me know, i appreciate it.
Thank you.
Good luck man, I'm still enjoying mine after 3000 miles!
Btw the conversion is simply just pulling the fuse for the air compressor and then just cutting the air lines from each individual air strut, it's pretty straight forward.
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11-12-12, 01:56 PM
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OK, this is great. Thanx for the info so quick. I called Megan and spoke to their tech dept, they said their product fits right in, the part # you supplied. Ordered them. They mentioned the only issue will be a light on the dash for the air system. But, based on your post this is not an issue? If everything is properly disabled. I am going to do the prep(get the back seat out!!!) Any tricks to that, or just perseverance and a good memory?
Thank you so much, the car is really nice, just rides like s#$t...
Thank you so much, the car is really nice, just rides like s#$t...
11-19-12, 07:41 AM
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11-19-12, 07:55 AM
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OK, this is great. Thanx for the info so quick. I called Megan and spoke to their tech dept, they said their product fits right in, the part # you supplied. Ordered them. They mentioned the only issue will be a light on the dash for the air system. But, based on your post this is not an issue? If everything is properly disabled. I am going to do the prep(get the back seat out!!!) Any tricks to that, or just perseverance and a good memory?
Thank you so much, the car is really nice, just rides like s#$t...
Thank you so much, the car is really nice, just rides like s#$t...
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12-02-12, 06:45 PM
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My dash lights showing sport mode and height still show, I haven't had any headlight errors or any of that. The car rides awesome, you'll be real happy with them. The back seat in my 2001 was a PITA for real! Getting under the back "dash board" was knuckle busting, I did bleed a little but I got it done! I'd suggest going to Harbor Freight and getting some cheap mechanic's gloves if you don't own any. Also I had to buy an impact wrench and sockets from HF too. The bolts on the lower strut braces were a trial by the gods to get off! Even the impact wrench was cursing. Use some penetrating spray and maybe a little heat and they come off. I still haven't done this yet but the car rides fine, get a professional alignment after you're done. You'd probably be fine without it but it can't hurt. When need a little extra help, use your car jack to hold things up etc. enjoy!
I just picked up a full set of OEM Sport struts & springs to swap into my 03 UL. Cost was $150 for all four corners. My air sus still works (I think?) but I don't like the ride much. I like the Sport ride better. The sport I got them from had 31K when they were pulled in favor of BC coilovers. Don't know when I'll get around to swapping them but I'm excited! STEEL IS REAL!
12-10-12, 07:05 PM
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I wouldn't say easy, an impact wrench makes things a little easier. The bolts on my 01 UL were pretty snug, there was no way my noodle arms were getting them loosened with a ratchet! Harbor Freight has a cheap (ahem....inexpensive) impact wrench for around 40 bananas.
04-08-16, 07:22 PM
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LS430 Air Suspension Conversion
I have seen a lot of opinions regarding the coilovers but I'm still not sure I want them on the LS430. I want to stay as close to the OEM ride quality on the LS, and I know it won't be air suspension smooth. A little firmness would be ok. I have Megan coilovers on a SC430, 06, and if the coilovers for the LS are anywhere near the ride of the SC then I need something more forgiving. So, can someone tell me how is the ride quality of the coilovers compared a to standard LS430 non air suspension car? Sport and custom. Thanks for your opinion
04-08-16, 08:14 PM
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I saw your 2012 post. I have seen a lot of opinions regarding the coilovers but I'm still not sure I want them on the LS430. I want to stay as close to the OEM ride quality on the LS, and I know it won't be air suspension smooth. A little firmness would be ok. I have Megan coilovers on a SC430, 06, and if the coilovers for the LS are anywhere near the ride of the SC then I need something more forgiving. So, can someone tell me how is the ride quality of the coilovers compared a to standard LS430 non air suspension car? Sport and custom. Thanks for your opinion
04-11-16, 01:47 AM
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I have seen a lot of opinions regarding the coilovers but I'm still not sure I want them on the LS430. I want to stay as close to the OEM ride quality on the LS, and I know it won't be air suspension smooth. A little firmness would be ok. I have Megan coilovers on a SC430, 06, and if the coilovers for the LS are anywhere near the ride of the SC then I need something more forgiving. So, can someone tell me how is the ride quality of the coilovers compared a to standard LS430 non air suspension car? Sport and custom. Thanks for your opinion
04-18-16, 11:15 AM
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Megan coil over ride.
I'm still riding on mine after 4 years and they're still lovely. From what I remember the air ride was much softer and "cloudier" these. coilovers provide a stiffer and sportier ride. They are quite adjustable but I have not messed with them much from the factory settings outside of the ride height. I was thinking of softening the damper adjustments but the car rides fine. my 2000 LS400 is gone and I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 now, it's a fun, fast car especially with the stillen CAI but I miss that LS, Toyota/Lexus is the best of the Japanese car makers in my opinion, fit and finish and quality is just far superior to all the others.