Coilovers- most comfortable for DD
05-07-17, 07:42 AM
#1
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Coilovers- most comfortable for DD
I've talked with my buddy Gerrb about wanting to lower my sc300. I still want a comfortable ride as close to stock as possible because I Drive this car everyday. He mentioned that springs and shocks would be best for that and I agree. But I think I may want ride height adjustability for different scenarios.
So, y'all tell me. Coilovers- what is the closest to stock feeling coilover out there?
So, y'all tell me. Coilovers- what is the closest to stock feeling coilover out there?
05-07-17, 10:22 AM
#2
It comes down to how low do you want to go?
I have a set of tein street basis coilovers right now. It is a tein s tech spring matched with a tein shock, threaded ring, and requires an oem top hat. It's decently comfortable, but I wouldn't buy them again because they're too soft for my application and lack dampening. I had to raise my car up to balance things out. At my current ride height they were able to do what I needed (drive without making my wheels rub).
by blackexcoupe, on Flickr
If you're ok with a height similar to the one in my picture (you could go lower if your rims aren't as aggressive), then I would recommend the tein street advance coils. They're basically the same setup that I have, but with dampening. As far as spring rates go, they're one of the softer coilovers on the market.
I have a set of tein street basis coilovers right now. It is a tein s tech spring matched with a tein shock, threaded ring, and requires an oem top hat. It's decently comfortable, but I wouldn't buy them again because they're too soft for my application and lack dampening. I had to raise my car up to balance things out. At my current ride height they were able to do what I needed (drive without making my wheels rub).
by blackexcoupe, on FlickrIf you're ok with a height similar to the one in my picture (you could go lower if your rims aren't as aggressive), then I would recommend the tein street advance coils. They're basically the same setup that I have, but with dampening. As far as spring rates go, they're one of the softer coilovers on the market.
05-07-17, 10:30 AM
#3
I ran the Cusco Zero 2E on my SC for many years.... way too stiff and harsh for the streets.
I realised that the moment I installed my current coilovers... KW V3 for the MKIV Supra. Ride is just like OEM if not better. Yeah they are not exactly cheap, but by far the best coilovers I've seen on an SC (I've ridden in many SCs with different setups ranging from HKS Hypermax, Stance, etc.).
I realised that the moment I installed my current coilovers... KW V3 for the MKIV Supra. Ride is just like OEM if not better. Yeah they are not exactly cheap, but by far the best coilovers I've seen on an SC (I've ridden in many SCs with different setups ranging from HKS Hypermax, Stance, etc.).
05-07-17, 10:33 AM
#4
https://www.powerhouseracing.com/pro...-kit-for-supra
I know most MKIV owners swear by them and won't install anything else, and I have to say I agree 100%.
I know most MKIV owners swear by them and won't install anything else, and I have to say I agree 100%.
05-07-17, 10:38 AM
#5
I ran the Cusco Zero 2E on my SC for many years.... way too stiff and harsh for the streets.
I realised that the moment I installed my current coilovers... KW V3 for the MKIV Supra. Ride is just like OEM if not better. Yeah they are not exactly cheap, but by far the best coilovers I've seen on an SC (I've ridden in many SCs with different setups ranging from HKS Hypermax, Stance, etc.).
I realised that the moment I installed my current coilovers... KW V3 for the MKIV Supra. Ride is just like OEM if not better. Yeah they are not exactly cheap, but by far the best coilovers I've seen on an SC (I've ridden in many SCs with different setups ranging from HKS Hypermax, Stance, etc.).
Last edited by Blkexcoupe; 05-07-17 at 10:47 AM.
05-08-17, 01:30 AM
#7
Driver
Thread Starter
https://www.powerhouseracing.com/pro...-kit-for-supra
I know most MKIV owners swear by them and won't install anything else, and I have to say I agree 100%.
I know most MKIV owners swear by them and won't install anything else, and I have to say I agree 100%.
😳 wow....a little rich for my blood! But they sure seem nice. They better ride AMAZING for that price!
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05-08-17, 02:38 PM
#10
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Thread Starter
I understand. I guess I should've stated the most important thing is comfort since I am not looking for race worthy handling for corners or anything. Pretty flat ground and a lot of city driving where I am, so mainly focused on comfort.
05-08-17, 02:39 PM
#11
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05-09-17, 03:34 AM
#12
Aaron - the brand and model of coilover is secondary on how a coilover ride. The construction and spring rates dictates how it rides. You choose the coilover based on the use of your car. Twin Tube coilovers are a lot better for street applications. Monotube coilovers are more for the track or racing circuits . Exactly the reason why many of those coilovers who people say are good riding suspension on the streets or for daily driving have twin tubes and those who people say are sh?tty on the streets are monotube coilovers. People put the wrong kind of coilovers for the use of the car and then complain.
Now that you have mentioned the use of your car and all you need is adjustability of height, regardless of brand and model which would dictate quality , reliability and robustness , you need to buy coilovers that have twin tube constructions then decide on the front and rear spring rates if the manufacturer gives you the option. That has an effect on suspension bounce and quality of ride too.
I have all kinds of suspensions now on my 10 2jzgte toys. From stock suspension to lowering springs / aftermarket shocks to different kinds and brands of coilovers but I am sure by now you know my favorite among them
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Now that you have mentioned the use of your car and all you need is adjustability of height, regardless of brand and model which would dictate quality , reliability and robustness , you need to buy coilovers that have twin tube constructions then decide on the front and rear spring rates if the manufacturer gives you the option. That has an effect on suspension bounce and quality of ride too.
I have all kinds of suspensions now on my 10 2jzgte toys. From stock suspension to lowering springs / aftermarket shocks to different kinds and brands of coilovers but I am sure by now you know my favorite among them
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Last edited by gerrb; 05-09-17 at 03:37 AM.
04-28-18, 08:31 AM
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Fortune Auto. They build the coilover spring rate and damper control to your liking. Not overdampened and not over-sprung. Talk to them and they can advise you correctly. Typically takes 3-4 weeks for them to make a custom set. You can get the custom performance without the custom price.
05-02-18, 02:54 PM
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It comes down to how low do you want to go?
I have a set of tein street basis coilovers right now. It is a tein s tech spring matched with a tein shock, threaded ring, and requires an oem top hat. It's decently comfortable, but I wouldn't buy them again because they're too soft for my application and lack dampening. I had to raise my car up to balance things out. At my current ride height they were able to do what I needed (drive without making my wheels rub).
by blackexcoupe, on Flickr
If you're ok with a height similar to the one in my picture (you could go lower if your rims aren't as aggressive), then I would recommend the tein street advance coils. They're basically the same setup that I have, but with dampening. As far as spring rates go, they're one of the softer coilovers on the market.
I have a set of tein street basis coilovers right now. It is a tein s tech spring matched with a tein shock, threaded ring, and requires an oem top hat. It's decently comfortable, but I wouldn't buy them again because they're too soft for my application and lack dampening. I had to raise my car up to balance things out. At my current ride height they were able to do what I needed (drive without making my wheels rub).
by blackexcoupe, on FlickrIf you're ok with a height similar to the one in my picture (you could go lower if your rims aren't as aggressive), then I would recommend the tein street advance coils. They're basically the same setup that I have, but with dampening. As far as spring rates go, they're one of the softer coilovers on the market.