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> Megan racing springs on GR2's, my new suspension
post Feb 18, 2009 - 4:55 AM
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After having a broken suspension for about a year i finally had the money to get some new parts and some time to install them.

I instaled:

Megan racing lowering springs

KYB GR2's shocks

Driveaxle



shocks and springs:



torn driveaxle:



The suspension installed:




So far i love the feel. been about a month.


post Feb 18, 2009 - 8:08 AM
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How do the megan springs feel? I was kinda iffy cause their so cheap, not saying cheap isn't good. I'm planning to drop in a month.


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post Feb 18, 2009 - 12:24 PM
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any pics of the stance of the car now?


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post Feb 18, 2009 - 12:33 PM
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the megans feel great! but then again i had blown struts in my car which made it roll and bounce like crazy.

ill have some pictures with new stance a bit later. havent gotten any good pictures yet.
post Feb 18, 2009 - 2:47 PM
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If they sound so good i might have to try them out too. My struts are pretty much gone also.
How low you riding?


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post Feb 19, 2009 - 3:46 PM
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I broke my digital camera so i wont be able to have any pictures soon.

After the springs and i changed my tire size from 205/60 to 205/50 rim size 15inch. the car itself is sitting quite low has a nice stand. sadly due to the small 15nch rims i have a clear wheel gap. but the suspension feels really good and holds really well on turns.


post Feb 19, 2009 - 8:14 PM
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I'll go with the megans than, you make it sound like their pretty good. I'm sure they will go good with the Falken azenis


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post Feb 19, 2009 - 8:58 PM
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Awesome, these are very inexpensive springs, so if they perform good i think i might go with them as well!

Do you mind if i ask you how much you paid and where? For the springs..


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(14:19:21) Daniel: That was a JDM hole in the side of the box too. There was so much JDM trapped inside that box that they couldn't contain it, so they had to put a JDM hole in the box to let the JDM out.

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No, it looks like a hooker put her acid vag on your hood. Acid vag = bigger problem than a few dings.
post Feb 20, 2009 - 4:46 AM
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I have the same setup. Been using them for 6 months. Good stance , about 2 finger gaps in front and back. My front seems to be making clunking noises. Any ideas?
post Feb 20, 2009 - 9:24 AM
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I know on andysautosport.com i think they're like $140ish Can't go wrong with that!


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post Feb 21, 2009 - 2:25 PM
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Springs with shipping where 133dollars cause i lived close to the store. I got the shocks from ebay.

Regarding your clunking, most of the time when there is clunking it is either a blown shock or a broken strut mount.

most likely the strut mounts are bad.
post Feb 22, 2009 - 4:23 PM
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Or, the spring is not sitting properly. that price is dirt cheap.

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post Mar 19, 2009 - 10:11 AM
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I just put some of these springs on myself. Thanks Salica, I wouldn't have known they existed if not for this thread.

I got them for $102 on upscale automotive and it was like $120 shipped to my door. biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

They are very comfy springs!


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No, it looks like a hooker put her acid vag on your hood. Acid vag = bigger problem than a few dings.
post Mar 27, 2009 - 5:40 PM
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Nice drop samir. Looks good and you really can't beat the price. I'll prob get these someday when I got the cash.


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post Mar 28, 2009 - 6:49 PM
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Thanks man, actually i took those the day after i installed them, and it appears as if the car has settled lower than that. Ill get some more pics later.


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No, it looks like a hooker put her acid vag on your hood. Acid vag = bigger problem than a few dings.
post Mar 30, 2009 - 2:40 AM
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how's the ride? do you know if it's softer than tiens? cuz tien is kinda hard =X
post Apr 4, 2009 - 7:25 PM
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Recent pics samir?


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post Apr 4, 2009 - 8:21 PM
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QUOTE (kamax @ Mar 30, 2009 - 3:40 AM) *
how's the ride? do you know if it's softer than tiens? cuz tien is kinda hard =X


I dunno, sorry, these were my first upgrade from stock springs, and i never rode in any other 6gc. If i had to say how they feel though, i'd say slightly firmer than stock.

QUOTE (SoDo @ Apr 4, 2009 - 8:25 PM) *
Recent pics samir?


I'll get some soon. biggrin.gif


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No, it looks like a hooker put her acid vag on your hood. Acid vag = bigger problem than a few dings.
post Apr 4, 2009 - 9:40 PM
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hey Kamax, do some research on lowering springs stiffness rate. my don't know about how stiff these megan springs are.

I have tanabe df210, pretty low drop. and i wouldn't want to go any stiffer.

order from stiff-stiffer, tanabe df210, tanabe gf210, and tien s springs. tien are really stiff from i've heard sorta like coilovers....


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post Apr 5, 2009 - 11:08 AM
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QUOTE (BonzaiCelica @ Apr 4, 2009 - 10:40 PM) *
hey Kamax, do some research on lowering springs stiffness rate. my don't know about how stiff these megan springs are.

I have tanabe df210, pretty low drop. and i wouldn't want to go any stiffer.

order from stiff-stiffer, tanabe df210, tanabe gf210, and tien s springs. tien are really stiff from i've heard sorta like coilovers....


QUOTE (Megan Racing)
Megan Racing springs are made with "SAE 9254," the strongest material from Japan. Our new material will offer a stronger product that is lightweight and corrosion-protected with its phosphate and powder coatings. The result is a spring that specifically offers racecar handling, yet maintains smooth and comfortable ride characteristics. Carefully matched springs rates provide exceptional handling, response, control and balance. Springs lower approximately 2" Front & 1.75" Rear. The lowered center of gravity improves performance and increases stability, as well as enhancing the appearance of the vehicle.

Spec:

- Color: Orange

- Lower rate: 2" Front, 1.75-2" Rear

- Springs rate: 300F & 250R

- MSRP: $149


rates r what I'm looking for, but that's just my personal preference/goal. I'll check Ground Control rates, but then again, you can request spring rates for little to no extra charge.

EDIT: When you order G.C.'s you request your rates, or you can just tell them what kinda driving you do. Ground Control springs for 94-99 Celica

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