The Coilover Thread

[yarstar]

My suspension history started with TRD springs that made a big difference over OEM suspension. I stiffened it up with spring rubbers up front, and used air shocks in the rear to help handle occasional heavy cargo loads. This worked well and eliminated rubbng while using 205/40R17s.

After a year I wanted more power and better cornering. I first went with lighter wheels (Enkei RPF1s) with 195/50/R15 tires. Then I got some coilovers.

D-A-M-N!!!

I didn't know how good this car could handle until now. I was lucky enough to get the last set of Cusco GT-Zeros on the continent (thanks Saggio!) and I am amazed at how well they work. My car is so damn low it's sick. AND it doesn't EVER rub! I don't know the science, but the thing is like its on rails. It nearly throws me out of the seat in turns, and never starts sliding. Dialing up the dampening only makes it better, but it does harshen the ride so I usually keep it dialed down for daily driving.

I appreciate all the input found here. I've never even heard of coilovers before, and I'm glad I found you guys. I am also really glad I invested my money in the "good stuff."

[scape]

Originally Posted by yarstar

After a year I wanted more power and better cornering. I first went with lighter wheels (Enkei RPF1s) with 195/50/R15 tires. Then I got some coilovers.

D-A-M-N!!!


I appreciate all the input found here. I've never even heard of coilovers before, and I'm glad I found you guys. I am also really glad I invested my money in the "good stuff."

Where'd the TRD springs go? ;D

I also was looking at getting the 195/50 tires in 15's, and saving up for those same rims, ;D
how is the gearing now that you're at that profile of tire, I was thinking of going 195/55 personally to try and keep things similar to my 185/60's

would you say the coilovers are heavier than regular spring/shock combo?

[yarstar]

Originally Posted by scape

Where'd the TRD springs go? ;D

I also was looking at getting the 195/50 tires in 15's, and saving up for those same rims, ;D
how is the gearing now that you're at that profile of tire, I was thinking of going 195/55 personally to try and keep things similar to my 185/60's

would you say the coilovers are heavier than regular spring/shock combo?

Sold the TRDs to another member here.

Gearing is fine. The only difference I notice is my speedo reads 80 mph and the GPS shows actually I'm going 75. Not a big deal to me. The real difference is the handling. The 195/50s have a stiffer sidewall so there is not alot of tire roll in turns. The S Drives really stick too.

Save your money up. the RPF1s are worth every penny. I've had Konigs and cheaper wheels, and you really get what you pay for. The finish on these is fantastic, and the weight advantage you really see in acceleration. Save up and get them. You will not be disappointed.

There is no weight difference that I noticed from stock springs/struts to coilovers. Again, just like I said to begin with, I am amazed at how well my car takes turns with them on. It carves like an expensive sports car. I live in the Mountains and drive twisty roads daily. I have so much fun, I sometimes take the long route just to enjoy my car.