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There is no way those are DFs, unless they are molested 
w/the Fonz. did 4play4dr get a hack at those? 
10-14-08, 03:35 PM
#156
There was actually another member prior to 4play4d that hacked his DFs as well. I think it was gulf kid or something like that, so you were not alone, but it was also a temp thing for him as he went with bags 
I guess they don't ride that bad? I just don't see how with the strut being bottomed out.
12-11-08, 09:31 PM
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12-17-08, 08:28 PM
#158
Ok so I've got a complicated situation ...
I have a heavy-a$$ system in the trunk (custom, not easily removed) and I want to lower the car. I was thinking of Tanabe DF210's and the KYB shocks but I'm worried that the springs might sag too much over time and create serious rubbing issues in the rear, especially since I have people ride in the back regularly. Would this be a good setup? Would the l-tuned combo setup be better if i can find it? What about good coilover recommendations?
btw I'm still on stock 16" rims and tires and I want a nice clean drop with minimal gap and good comfortable ride, with NO RUBBING !!! Am i asking for too much or is this possible?
-This thread has been really helpful but maybe someone who's lowered and also has a system can give me a little more helpful info ...
I have a heavy-a$$ system in the trunk (custom, not easily removed) and I want to lower the car. I was thinking of Tanabe DF210's and the KYB shocks but I'm worried that the springs might sag too much over time and create serious rubbing issues in the rear, especially since I have people ride in the back regularly. Would this be a good setup? Would the l-tuned combo setup be better if i can find it? What about good coilover recommendations?
btw I'm still on stock 16" rims and tires and I want a nice clean drop with minimal gap and good comfortable ride, with NO RUBBING !!! Am i asking for too much or is this possible?
-This thread has been really helpful but maybe someone who's lowered and also has a system can give me a little more helpful info ...
12-17-08, 10:19 PM
#159
iModerate
Ok so I've got a complicated situation ...
I have a heavy-a$$ system in the trunk (custom, not easily removed) and I want to lower the car. I was thinking of Tanabe DF210's and the KYB shocks but I'm worried that the springs might sag too much over time and create serious rubbing issues in the rear, especially since I have people ride in the back regularly. Would this be a good setup? Would the l-tuned combo setup be better if i can find it? What about good coilover recommendations?
btw I'm still on stock 16" rims and tires and I want a nice clean drop with minimal gap and good comfortable ride, with NO RUBBING !!! Am i asking for too much or is this possible?
-This thread has been really helpful but maybe someone who's lowered and also has a system can give me a little more helpful info ...
I have a heavy-a$$ system in the trunk (custom, not easily removed) and I want to lower the car. I was thinking of Tanabe DF210's and the KYB shocks but I'm worried that the springs might sag too much over time and create serious rubbing issues in the rear, especially since I have people ride in the back regularly. Would this be a good setup? Would the l-tuned combo setup be better if i can find it? What about good coilover recommendations?
btw I'm still on stock 16" rims and tires and I want a nice clean drop with minimal gap and good comfortable ride, with NO RUBBING !!! Am i asking for too much or is this possible?
-This thread has been really helpful but maybe someone who's lowered and also has a system can give me a little more helpful info ...
With the coilovers you can adjust for the extra weight since it is a everyday thing, not a occasional like me. I don't believe they are necessary for everyone but your situation sounds like they would be needed.
12-18-08, 08:10 AM
#160
Compensation for a daily or occassional heavy load is a tough trick. Clearly, a standard spring/shock combo will not do the trick and although coilovers are a nice thought, that direction will leave you with jacking up the car everytime you "anticipate" you're going to have a heavy load and adjusting the ride higher. Even with that thought the stability of the coilover could be compromised because of the increased weight.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
12-18-08, 08:31 AM
#161
iModerate
Compensation for a daily or occassional heavy load is a tough trick. Clearly, a standard spring/shock combo will not do the trick and although coilovers are a nice thought, that direction will leave you with jacking up the car everytime you "anticipate" you're going to have a heavy load and adjusting the ride higher. Even with that thought the stability of the coilover could be compromised because of the increased weight.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
12-18-08, 08:44 AM
#162
I suggest coilovers. I just got dropped on Espilers and when I load the car with my Costo groceries, my single 12 sub + box, and my two boys in the back seat it sags. So did the stock suspension too though.
With the coilovers you can adjust for the extra weight since it is a everyday thing, not a occasional like me. I don't believe they are necessary for everyone but your situation sounds like they would be needed.
With the coilovers you can adjust for the extra weight since it is a everyday thing, not a occasional like me. I don't believe they are necessary for everyone but your situation sounds like they would be needed.
Compensation for a daily or occassional heavy load is a tough trick. Clearly, a standard spring/shock combo will not do the trick and although coilovers are a nice thought, that direction will leave you with jacking up the car everytime you "anticipate" you're going to have a heavy load and adjusting the ride higher. Even with that thought the stability of the coilover could be compromised because of the increased weight.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
IMO your path is one of two directions:
1. A mild lowering spring with a self leveling shock like the Monroe Load Leveler or Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks from KYB
2. An air suspension that you can management from the interior of your car (SEXY solution).
I think either one of these options will work out well for you.
, if I had the money to spend I'd definitely go air but unfortunately i don't have that much to spend right now ...He already mentioned that the stereo system (his extra load) does not come out of the car which means he will not need to be making adjustments, right? Some sag with passengers is normal for all but the stiffest setups so coilovers adjusted to ride at his preferred height with the stereo should sag some but not too much with people in the back seat I would think. Not picking a fight here Zippy just making sure I did not miss anything.
Which coilovers would be the best for this while still retaining some of the nice Lexus ride quality we all know and love lol ...
12-18-08, 12:41 PM
#163
He already mentioned that the stereo system (his extra load) does not come out of the car which means he will not need to be making adjustments, right? Some sag with passengers is normal for all but the stiffest setups so coilovers adjusted to ride at his preferred height with the stereo should sag some but not too much with people in the back seat I would think. Not picking a fight here Zippy just making sure I did not miss anything.
What I suggested meets his requirements:
- extra weight (static for the most part)
- stabilization
