Alrites, I've checked every possible thread and can't seem to find my answer. I was wondering what are the parts required for a successful MKIV Supra NA suspension upgrade on my 97 SC3?

I've purchased the following...

Eibach Pro-Kit for MKIV Supra NA
Tokico Illumina for MKIV Supra

What else do I need? I've read that the SC's pillowmounts could be re-used (a big expense saved). Can I retain and reuse the old strut rubber stopped and the insulator (strut boot) as well?

Probably a confusion in what I read, but I read I would need Supra rear sway bars? Please correct me if I'm wrong. I'm set to get this long awaited upgrade this Tuesday and I hope I don't run into any hick-ups. Any input would be appreciated!!

-How do I tell which are the front and rear springs? I'm assuming the taller ones are the fronts?

Thanks!

 

They are direct bolt on, you should not need anything!

 

What about the insulator that sits at the top of the spring on the Supra suspension??? Do we need that and is it even compatable with the SC pillowmount???

 

You won't need the pillowmounts. The SC will work the Supra ones. Before install, I suggest installing some rubber pieces on the ends of the springs. When compressed, the coils bang against each other, resultsing in a rather annoying noise.

 

I think I have already heard that sound. Are you talking about wrapping the top couple of coils in rubber hose like I was reading about in other threads??? Also since I see you know a bit about suspension, would you have any input on why my passenger rear sits higher than the driver rear???

 

Haha, join the club. The same thing is happening to me. I read in some posts that the bar ends for the sway bars are not properly lined up (not my case). Another person suggested it was worn bushing, but that wouldn't explain why it only leans on one side.

I redid my suspension, lining up the coils so I can read the word "Eibach" facing out. Also making sure that .25-.50 of the end coil is part from the strut's mounting end.

With all of this, the car still favors the driver's side. Only suggestion, ride with a buddy that's heaiver then you to even it out. Let me know if you find something different.

 

Do you have any more info on the sway bar solution you mentioned?

 

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=177329

follow that thread

 

You'll probaly want to get a camber kit too, you might have bad tire wear if you dont

 

which is better though? supra tt stock suspension or supra na stock suspension. my car has the tt, but i have heard that NA is quite stiffer.

 

I don't know which springs are stiffer and it's really hard to find spring rate info for the NA supra. But I opted for the NA for the more aggressive drop. I'll post pictures to show what I mean later. Best evened drop available.

here it is...