Even NF210s need better shocks - Toyota Yaris Forums

fuji · 03-12-2009, 04:04 AM

So I installed a set of Tanabe NF210s today and took the Yaris for a pretty extensive test ride. Even though the drop is mild, they bounce all around the place if the road gets a bit rough leading to a poorly controlled ride. I suspect the stock shocks cannot handle t

he progressive nature of the springs when they ramp up. Here in Hawaii there are stretches of some pretty crappy roads.

As an experiment, I switched out only the rears with the stock springs. Actually the discrepancy in height is not very visually apparent. The ride was MUCH more controlled and comfortable.

I would recommend to anyone who is looking for a quality suspension ride to install their NF series springs with at least KYB shocks if not Tokico.

In the future, I may try a set of Megan coilovers with minimal drop set. Too bad I cannot find any coilover sleeves which would allow for some adjustment to fine tune the ride. Some adjustable shocks would be pretty cool too.

Yaristwn · 03-12-2009, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by fuji

So I installed a set of Tanabe NF210s today and took the Yaris for a pretty extensive test ride. Even though the drop is mild, they bounce all around the place if the road gets a bit rough leading to a poorly controlled ride. I suspect the stock shocks cannot handle t

he progressive nature of the springs when they ramp up. Here in Hawaii there are stretches of some pretty crappy roads.

As an experiment, I switched out only the rears with the stock springs. Actually the discrepancy in height is not very visually apparent. The ride was MUCH more controlled and comfortable.

I would recommend to anyone who is looking for a quality suspension ride to install their NF series springs with at least KYB shocks if not Tokico.

In the future, I may try a set of Megan coilovers with minimal drop set. Too bad I cannot find any coilover sleeves which would allow for some adjustment to fine tune the ride. Some adjustable shocks would be pretty cool too.

I had same problem when I only lowered mine with TOM's springs. But the ride gets better after the TOM's shock absorbers installed.

Lafiro · 03-12-2009, 03:41 PM

So, what your saying is, don't go with stock shocks once you drop the car?

Im pretty much thinking two things since I have TRD springs:

Get the TRD struts/shocks for $419
Or get the KYB GR-2 for half that price.

If this doesn't get an answer I'll start a new thread once I get home from class.
Thanks.

bdc87 · 03-12-2009, 03:50 PM

I think the KYB's are close to stock, I personally have Tokico's and they are less expensive then the TRD's and of whats been said similar to the trds.

MUSKOKA800 · 03-12-2009, 04:27 PM

I have the TRD shocks with TRD springs and anti-sway bar.
No bouncing here. Just railing the corners.

Nothing looks funnier that a slammed ricer pogoing down the highway. You just know the mod. budget didn't include upgraded damping. Barf bags required.

fuji · 03-12-2009, 07:45 PM

I think the NF series springs are very soft. IT is the lack of rebound dampening that was bothering me.

As for the other reply, I think the Tokicos are definately the way to go. Although the KYBs are cheaper, you will probably not be satisfied with their performance.

03-12-2009, 04:04 AM	#1
fuji Drives: Polar White Yaris HB Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Honolulu Posts: 263	Even NF210s need better shocks So I installed a set of Tanabe NF210s today and took the Yaris for a pretty extensive test ride. Even though the drop is mild, they bounce all around the place if the road gets a bit rough leading to a poorly controlled ride. I suspect the stock shocks cannot handle the progressive nature of the springs when they ramp up. Here in Hawaii there are stretches of some pretty crappy roads. As an experiment, I switched out only the rears with the stock springs. Actually the discrepancy in height is not very visually apparent. The ride was MUCH more controlled and comfortable. I would recommend to anyone who is looking for a quality suspension ride to install their NF series springs with at least KYB shocks if not Tokico. In the future, I may try a set of Megan coilovers with minimal drop set. Too bad I cannot find any coilover sleeves which would allow for some adjustment to fine tune the ride. Some adjustable shocks would be pretty cool too.

03-12-2009, 03:50 PM	#4
bdc87 HISTORY REPEATED 11/04/08 View User's Garage Drives: 07' MM Vitz LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lake County, CA Posts: 355	I think the KYB's are close to stock, I personally have Tokico's and they are less expensive then the TRD's and of whats been said similar to the trds. __________________

03-12-2009, 04:27 PM	#5
MUSKOKA800 Drives: Scion FRS RS2, ‘21 Crosstrek Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chatham, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,729	I have the TRD shocks with TRD springs and anti-sway bar. No bouncing here. Just railing the corners. Nothing looks funnier that a slammed ricer pogoing down the highway. You just know the mod. budget didn't include upgraded damping. Barf bags required. __________________ TRD Upgrades: 18" Wheels wrapped in 215/35/18 PZero's, Sportivo Shocks/Struts, Lowering Springs, Swaybar, Axle-Back Exhaust, Oil Cap, Rad Cap, Signage. Aftermarket Goodies: Piggies SS, K&N Drop-In, Blitz S/C, DC Header, NST Pulley) Toyota Options/Accessories: Sport Pedal Covers, Sport Shift Knob, Ipod Interface, Summer Mats, Winter Mats, Cruise Control, Auto-Dim Mirror, Echo steelies with winter boots.

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03-12-2009, 03:41 PM	#3
Lafiro Drives: 06 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 694	So, what your saying is, don't go with stock shocks once you drop the car? Im pretty much thinking two things since I have TRD springs: Get the TRD struts/shocks for $419 Or get the KYB GR-2 for half that price. If this doesn't get an answer I'll start a new thread once I get home from class. Thanks.

03-12-2009, 07:45 PM	#6
fuji Drives: Polar White Yaris HB Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Honolulu Posts: 263	I think the NF series springs are very soft. IT is the lack of rebound dampening that was bothering me. As for the other reply, I think the Tokicos are definately the way to go. Although the KYBs are cheaper, you will probably not be satisfied with their performance.