Even NF210s need better shocks

[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 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.