TRD lowering springs' and/or shocks' Ride Quality?? - Toyota Yaris Forums

static808 · 08-16-2006, 05:00 PM

greetings everyone. my wife and i have decided to purchase a liftback, but are undecided on whether to lower the car or not. the biggest concern is that she will use the car mainly for everyday commuting. although lowering the car makes it look sweet, does the ride quality suffer that much, or will the lowered yaris still be good for everyday commuting on a good combination of city and highway?? any input would be greatly appreciated from those who have the TRD lowering springs and/or shocks. THANK YOU!

static808 · 08-16-2006, 08:22 PM

thanks for the quick responses everyone! after reading some more threads on this forum, i think we will definitely get the lowering springs. we would love to get the shocks as well, but then this car wouldn't be as "economical" as we'd like (pretty BIG reason for getting the car!), since we want the power package and the side airbags as well. once again, thanks everyone for the input!

--B

Carvin'07 · 08-17-2006, 10:08 AM

I think the TRD springs are 'ok'. They are fine for comfortable sport cruising and the occasional fast turn, but don't expect racecar-like handling. There is still some bodyroll. It is quite comfortable.

The stock struts/shocks are 'ok' as well. The rears handle the lowering much better than the fronts. IMHO, the stock front struts are underdamped for the TRD springs.

Carvin'07 · 08-17-2006, 10:12 AM

Tires were the big noise enhancer. No change on the springs only.

*Chris07LB* · 08-17-2006, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Carvin'07

No change on the springs only.

Same here..

Violin · 08-17-2006, 12:02 PM

Any problems scraping the ground?

*Chris07LB* · 08-17-2006, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Violin

Any problems scraping the ground?

Nope, never! I drive some pretty ghetto roads up around North Jersey too..

JustAnotherAsian · 08-17-2006, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris07LB

Nope, never! I drive some pretty ghetto roads up around North Jersey too..

with overhangs that barely extend from the wheel, i'd also expect that- especially from the rear. even with a low drop, the departure angle in the rear is still ridiculously high- kudos to yaris liftbacks! lol.

Carvin'07 · 08-17-2006, 12:05 PM

No scraping whatsoever. I live 7 kms/4.7 mi in the country on rutted and bumpy gravel roads. Speedbumps are no problem, but I have a relatively mild drop.

gravylegs · 08-28-2006, 11:40 AM

I have the toyota standard lowering springs in my car, and for the most part I do like the difference it makes as far as handling is concerned. I have some pretty beat up roads in my area, and when I have more than myself in the car the ride can get REALLY bumpy. Just my opinion.

Lafiro · 08-28-2006, 11:53 AM

So far only my system is installed half-assed. For now anyway. As for the HID's they wont install them and I got no one to install them yet. And as for the springs, they want 5 hours = $445~ of labor to install the springs. I am going to do this in the early morning with them unless you people convince me otherwise. lol

*Chris07LB* · 08-28-2006, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Lafiro

So far only my system is installed half-assed. For now anyway. As for the HID's they wont install them and I got no one to install them yet. And as for the springs, they want 5 hours = $445~ of labor to install the springs. I am going to do this in the early morning with them unless you people convince me otherwise. lol

How far are you from the Jersey Shore area??

I have done everything you mentioned above, myself.. maybe I can help... or I can recomend a great shop in Union NJ (Rt.22) that can take care of you.

Spring Install - http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1096

PM or email me

Boo · 08-28-2006, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris07LB

How far are you from the Jersey Shore area??

I have done everything you mentioned above, myself.. maybe I can help... or I can recomend a great shop in Union NJ (Rt.22) that can take care of you.

Spring Install - http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1096

PM or email me

Chris07LB.. I wish you living near Wisconsin

*Chris07LB* · 08-29-2006, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Boo

Chris07LB.. I wish you living near Wisconsin

Plane fare is dirt cheap these days out of Newark or Alantic City NJ.

Boo · 08-28-2006, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lafiro

So far only my system is installed half-assed. For now anyway. As for the HID's they wont install them and I got no one to install them yet. And as for the springs, they want 5 hours = $445~ of labor to install the springs. I am going to do this in the early morning with them unless you people convince me otherwise. lol

DIY shouldn't be too bad. With Chris's help, you can save your $445 and buy him a beer.

riceboy · 08-28-2006, 01:52 PM

5 hours??? you should drive to jersey and have chris hook you up...

ChinoCharles · 08-28-2006, 10:13 PM

Many beers

*Chris07LB* · 08-29-2006, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

Many beers

That a 'boy!

08-16-2006, 05:00 PM	#1
static808 Engineer/Artist/House-Dad View User's Garage Drives: 2006 Toyota Sienna XLE Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: California Posts: 419	TRD lowering springs' and/or shocks' Ride Quality?? greetings everyone. my wife and i have decided to purchase a liftback, but are undecided on whether to lower the car or not. the biggest concern is that she will use the car mainly for everyday commuting. although lowering the car makes it look sweet, does the ride quality suffer that much, or will the lowered yaris still be good for everyday commuting on a good combination of city and highway?? any input would be greatly appreciated from those who have the TRD lowering springs and/or shocks. THANK YOU!

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static808 Engineer/Artist/House-Dad View User's Garage Drives: 2006 Toyota Sienna XLE Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: California Posts: 419	thanks for the quick responses everyone! after reading some more threads on this forum, i think we will definitely get the lowering springs. we would love to get the shocks as well, but then this car wouldn't be as "economical" as we'd like (pretty BIG reason for getting the car!), since we want the power package and the side airbags as well. once again, thanks everyone for the input! --B

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Carvin'07 Selling all mods View User's Garage Drives: '07 Bayou Blue - totally stock Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ottawa Posts: 129	Tires were the big noise enhancer. No change on the springs only.

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Violin View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,592	Any problems scraping the ground?

08-17-2006, 12:05 PM	#9
Carvin'07 Selling all mods View User's Garage Drives: '07 Bayou Blue - totally stock Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ottawa Posts: 129	No scraping whatsoever. I live 7 kms/4.7 mi in the country on rutted and bumpy gravel roads. Speedbumps are no problem, but I have a relatively mild drop.

08-28-2006, 11:40 AM	#10
gravylegs Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback RS Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 35	I have the toyota standard lowering springs in my car, and for the most part I do like the difference it makes as far as handling is concerned. I have some pretty beat up roads in my area, and when I have more than myself in the car the ride can get REALLY bumpy. Just my opinion.

08-28-2006, 11:53 AM	#11
Lafiro Drives: 06 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 694	So far only my system is installed half-assed. For now anyway. As for the HID's they wont install them and I got no one to install them yet. And as for the springs, they want 5 hours = $445~ of labor to install the springs. I am going to do this in the early morning with them unless you people convince me otherwise. lol

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