Need everyones opinions on Spring/Shocks combo's please

[cali yaris]

You might feel the $100 difference in the ride comfort.
Tim

[ vendor wars, lol ]

"Might" is the keyword, which indicates a lack of real-world data to draw from. You probably haven't tried the Tokicos -- have you driven a Yaris with the TRD's? They are very good - but not $100 better.

I've installed both and driven the car with both. I liked the TRD's and bought them (from TRD Sparks, by the way) for my own car before the Tokicos were available.

You will not feel ANY difference in ride comfort.

[Sparks Toyota-TRD]

No vendor wars here!

Micro Image, I give you respect and it's all fun! Thank you for the info on both of the shocks.


Tim

[cali yaris]

same back at ya, have spent many dollars with you. Everyone knows (or they should) that Sparks is THE place to go for Toyota parts online.

[1NZYaris1]

Originally Posted by cali yaris

same back at ya, have spent many dollars with you. Everyone knows (or they should) that Sparks is THE place to go for Toyota parts online.

i have bought a lot of parts from the both of you, because it was cheaper
and better service ,than buying localy . Until last week when i purchase a new set of TRD Springs and Shocks for $300.US ($500.NZ)
and when i get home next week , i look forward too installing them

[Reeves360]

Originally Posted by 1NZYaris1

i have bought a lot of parts from the both of you, because it was cheaper
and better service ,than buying localy . Until last week when i purchase a new set of TRD Springs and Shocks for $300.US ($500.NZ)
and when i get home next week , i look forward too installing them

Where did you get this hot deal?

[Sparks Toyota-TRD]

Thank you good sir! Gots to have a little fun in the day or you might fall asleep at the computer haha!


Tim

[Lafiro]

Cool, to the above posts!

Alright, I saw a nice car next to me today, as I was approaching the service road entrance to the Van Vyck from college point, and There are some really BAD hills. Any faster then 35MPH with a lowered suspension, and you are asking to buttom out the car with the bump, not even including the sharp downside after each one.

Then I see a ML63 AMG, and its taking the bumps at the same speed. And each time, its taking these things like a champ, like NOTHING.

It takes the bump, throws the car up slightly, and its a smooth landing down really level, none of this front end sinsk to the ground .2 seconds later, then the back, its almost like its glided down softly in about 1-2seconds.... which makes me feel like thats the PERFECT type of suspension. Its a VERY fast truck, I mean NA V8 6.2liter, putting around 500HP. But it has a sport suspension.

I wish I could do something like that, not have the car go up fast and go down real fast.... I mean yeah its nice, but annoying as hell if you get what I mean.

LOL I cant have it both ways with this car, now can I!!!! :(

[supmet]

Originally Posted by Lafiro

LOL I cant have it both ways with this car, now can I!!!! :(

You can't have it both ways with any car.....

[detroiter]

I really recommend the Tokico shocks/struts with AOE TigerTec springs. They definately are a bit stiffer and you will get the "rolling" motion a little bit with them due to being stiffer but these badboys sure handle something great. I've taken quite a few bumps and dips at good speeds and havn't had any issues with bottoming out either.

[Lafiro]

He probably meant $500us, and $3000NZ.
Anyway.

So, no one can explain to me how bumps feel on the car with the TRD shocks with TRD springs, versus the TRD spring with lets say Tokico shocks?

Just want to know how bad the bumps feel inside the car from a rating of 1(soft/dont feel them) to 10(sucks/car rattling)

[supmet]

Originally Posted by Lafiro

He probably meant $500us, and $3000NZ.

300 USD = 480 NZD

We haven't destroyed our economy THAT bad yet...

edit:http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...hlight=TRD+300 << that's what he's talking about btw

[1NZYaris1]

Originally Posted by supmet

300 USD = 480 NZD

We haven't destroyed our economy THAT bad yet...

edit:http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...hlight=TRD+300 << that's what he's talking about btw

Yep cost me $500.NZ dollars and they are know fitted , did it yesterday
still have one full set available shocks and springs left in store ,
shipping to the US cost's about $310.NZ so probably not worth it

[largeorangefont]

Originally Posted by Lafiro

He probably meant $500us, and $3000NZ.
Anyway.

So, no one can explain to me how bumps feel on the car with the TRD shocks with TRD springs, versus the TRD spring with lets say Tokico shocks?

Just want to know how bad the bumps feel inside the car from a rating of 1(soft/dont feel them) to 10(sucks/car rattling)

They are both nearly the same.

I have rode in cars with both dampers back to back. I have Tokicos.

Under most conditions, the stiffer dampers make the car feel and ride better. It will wallows and sways less over bumps in the road. It is more harsh over sudden bumps at speed like potholes or dips.

I would say it is a 10-15% difference in stiffness from a "feel" perspective.

[Lafiro]

Too bad the shipping is the catch.

Anyway, still need my post above answered with personal experience please!!!! #27

[1NZYaris1]

Originally Posted by Lafiro

Too bad the shipping is the catch.

Anyway, still need my post above answered with personal experience please!!!! #27

After 2 days of driving , the car feels amazing .
i have as you know the TRD Shocks , Springs and TRD Sway bar-(thanks Sparks )
it feels alot tighter and stiffer than stock , but not harsh in anyway.
If you hit a pot hole or 2 it is still fairly smooth , a little harder than stock .
the only thing i would caution you on is the TRD springs in the rear ,
Japanese TRD are progressive (white in color) , not sure that the
USA TRD'S are or not (RED in color) ,
maybe Tim can answer that one for you .

[Lafiro]

Originally Posted by 1NZYaris1

After 2 days of driving , the car feels amazing .
i have as you know the TRD Shocks , Springs and TRD Sway bar-(thanks Sparks )
it feels alot tighter and stiffer than stock , but not harsh in anyway.
If you hit a pot hole or 2 it is still fairly smooth , a little harder than stock .
the only thing i would caution you on is the TRD springs in the rear ,
Japanese TRD are progressive (white in color) , not sure that the
USA TRD'S are or not (RED in color) ,
maybe Tim can answer that one for you .

Decisions, Decisions....

I got my TRD springs from a friend who worked at a dealership a long time ago. They where white in color.

So what should I be 'cautioned' about?

[1NZYaris1]

nothing as yours will be progressive as well

[Sparks Toyota-TRD]

I will tell you that the TRD shocks are designed to be the best when paired up with the springs. You will get the best ride quality and best performance when you have that pair on your Yaris. If you pair up the springs and shocks the last thing would be a TRD Rear Sway Bar and your Yaris will be ready for autocross! You know that the springs/shocks and sway bar will be good because you know Toyota has to put their name on it. Also these go with your cars warranty and I don't know any brand that follows your vehicles warranty!


Tim