Tein Basic Damper Coliey's Vs. Tein S. Tech Springs - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

largeorangefont · 04-22-2007, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by drifto

how about tein springs on stock struts? ok idea or stupid idea?

they will be fine.

TheBird · 04-25-2007, 01:24 PM

Hello, new to the forum, but thought I might have some insight! I would steer clear of the S-techs. Your shocks will be gone within 10k. I have them on my Civic right now and a friend had them on a SW20 MR2. I would say get Tanabe, RSR, or any other spring other than super cheapos.

I dont know if they are available yet, but Koni Yellows and Ground Control sleeves would be killer on these cars.

ToTo · 04-27-2007, 07:27 PM

Tein S-techs are super cheapos?

largeorangefont · 04-27-2007, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ToTo

Tein S-techs are super cheapos?

S techs are fine. They are usually softer than most other aftermarket springs.

Kaotic Lazagna · 04-27-2007, 07:37 PM

i don't think they are, they cost more than the Tanabe springs.

Kaotic Lazagna · 04-28-2007, 02:21 AM

the ones i have are rated at 3.0 kg in the front and 3.5 kg in the rear. isn't that stiffer than both Tanabe springs?

TheBird · 04-29-2007, 05:09 PM

I have heard good things about the Tanabe GF210s( I think that is what they are). I forgot to mention, Eibachs are awesome springs.

Imagine · 05-03-2007, 11:29 AM

I ran Eibach Pro-Kits and Koni yellows on my Civic. The ride was pretty good. I put over 75K miles on that setup, now my friend has the car. You will not find a stock ride out of a performance setup, of course why would you want it? You will always get the best ride from buying a pair of shocks that are matched with the springs. If/when I decide to upgrade my suspension I'm sticking to coilovers. I like the ability to raise and lower the car if need be. If you want to get really technical and have the resources you can adjust the corner weights and really get is dialed in.

ToTo · 05-03-2007, 02:29 PM

Good info bro! So basically if Im getting the Tein Basic Damper coilover kit for the Yaris, which has shocks that are matched with the springs, then that will be the best ride I can get? It will be a decent ride then? I know it should be a bit harsher than stock, but not too bad?

I ordered my kit the other day...

Imagine · 05-03-2007, 02:46 PM

I don't see why it wouldn't be. Aslong as the shocks are valved for the springs you shouldn't have any problems with bounce. Of course, the fully adjustable SS would be better because you have a little more adjust ability to get them to match your driving style, but oh well. Don't be surprised, you will feel the bumps in the road. Especially if you run lower profile tires. Honestly though, I don't mind rough bumps near as much as body roll.

I made this mistake when I first put suspension on my civic. I went with a pair of Skunk2 coilover sleeves and Koni yellow shocks. What a mistake!!! The spring rate on the Skunks were to high and the Konis just couldn't keep up. After a few months I ditched them and went to the Eibachs. Ride quality was a million times better, but I always missed the ride height adjustment feature when I needed it.

A prime example of fantastically tuned suspension is the BMW. The ride is firm, but still very much performance oriented. The car begs to be whipped into corners.

Let us know how you like the Tein.

ToTo · 05-07-2007, 04:37 PM

Finally, got the Tein Basic coileys fitted today along with a 4 wheel alignment! Wow, the coileys are really super and great all in all! Im really happy with the ride comfort, not at all stiff as I thought they would be, a lot of you guys with your inputs and opinions were right, thanks guys for all your help! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking into purchasing a set of coilovers for the Yaris, great piece of kit for sure!

Imagine · 05-07-2007, 06:08 PM

Cool! I'm glad you like them. That makes me want them even more now. I'm like you, I like a nice firm ride that is still comfortable. Did you take any pics?

04-27-2007, 07:27 PM	#3
ToTo Drives: Toyota Yaris T SPORT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Budapest, Hungary Posts: 110	Tein S-techs are super cheapos? __________________

05-03-2007, 02:29 PM	#9
ToTo Drives: Toyota Yaris T SPORT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Budapest, Hungary Posts: 110	Good info bro! So basically if Im getting the Tein Basic Damper coilover kit for the Yaris, which has shocks that are matched with the springs, then that will be the best ride I can get? It will be a decent ride then? I know it should be a bit harsher than stock, but not too bad? I ordered my kit the other day... __________________

05-07-2007, 04:37 PM	#11
ToTo Drives: Toyota Yaris T SPORT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Budapest, Hungary Posts: 110	Finally, got the Tein Basic coileys fitted today along with a 4 wheel alignment! Wow, the coileys are really super and great all in all! Im really happy with the ride comfort, not at all stiff as I thought they would be, a lot of you guys with your inputs and opinions were right, thanks guys for all your help! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking into purchasing a set of coilovers for the Yaris, great piece of kit for sure! __________________

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04-25-2007, 01:24 PM	#2
TheBird Drives: 1994 Honda Civic EJ1 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Las Cruces, NM Posts: 13	Hello, new to the forum, but thought I might have some insight! I would steer clear of the S-techs. Your shocks will be gone within 10k. I have them on my Civic right now and a friend had them on a SW20 MR2. I would say get Tanabe, RSR, or any other spring other than super cheapos. I dont know if they are available yet, but Koni Yellows and Ground Control sleeves would be killer on these cars.

04-27-2007, 07:37 PM	#5
Kaotic Lazagna View User's Garage Drives: '14 GT86, '08 Vitz Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Central Valley, CA Posts: 9,873	i don't think they are, they cost more than the Tanabe springs.

04-28-2007, 02:21 AM	#6
Kaotic Lazagna View User's Garage Drives: '14 GT86, '08 Vitz Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Central Valley, CA Posts: 9,873	the ones i have are rated at 3.0 kg in the front and 3.5 kg in the rear. isn't that stiffer than both Tanabe springs?

04-29-2007, 05:09 PM	#7
TheBird Drives: 1994 Honda Civic EJ1 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Las Cruces, NM Posts: 13	I have heard good things about the Tanabe GF210s( I think that is what they are). I forgot to mention, Eibachs are awesome springs.

05-03-2007, 11:29 AM	#8
Imagine Insert sarcasm here. View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Black Pearl Sand 3Dr Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 241	I ran Eibach Pro-Kits and Koni yellows on my Civic. The ride was pretty good. I put over 75K miles on that setup, now my friend has the car. You will not find a stock ride out of a performance setup, of course why would you want it? You will always get the best ride from buying a pair of shocks that are matched with the springs. If/when I decide to upgrade my suspension I'm sticking to coilovers. I like the ability to raise and lower the car if need be. If you want to get really technical and have the resources you can adjust the corner weights and really get is dialed in.

05-03-2007, 02:46 PM	#10
Imagine Insert sarcasm here. View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Black Pearl Sand 3Dr Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 241	I don't see why it wouldn't be. Aslong as the shocks are valved for the springs you shouldn't have any problems with bounce. Of course, the fully adjustable SS would be better because you have a little more adjust ability to get them to match your driving style, but oh well. Don't be surprised, you will feel the bumps in the road. Especially if you run lower profile tires. Honestly though, I don't mind rough bumps near as much as body roll. I made this mistake when I first put suspension on my civic. I went with a pair of Skunk2 coilover sleeves and Koni yellow shocks. What a mistake!!! The spring rate on the Skunks were to high and the Konis just couldn't keep up. After a few months I ditched them and went to the Eibachs. Ride quality was a million times better, but I always missed the ride height adjustment feature when I needed it. A prime example of fantastically tuned suspension is the BMW. The ride is firm, but still very much performance oriented. The car begs to be whipped into corners. Let us know how you like the Tein.

05-07-2007, 06:08 PM	#12
Imagine Insert sarcasm here. View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Black Pearl Sand 3Dr Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 241	Cool! I'm glad you like them. That makes me want them even more now. I'm like you, I like a nice firm ride that is still comfortable. Did you take any pics?