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post Oct 21, 2007 - 9:35 PM
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ok guys, I have finally come to the conclusion that it is finally time to work on my suspension. I plan to get some KYB GR2 Struts because they are cheap and I trust them. My only concern is the springs. I am looking at two different springs and I cannot choose which to go with.

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Eibach pro-kit with a 1" drop all the way around

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Tien S-Tech with a .9" in the front and 1.4" in the back

I have done some reading and it looks like alot of people are going with the tien s-tech springs along with the KYB's. My brother bought a pair of Eibachs and he loves them. So if you guys have any opinions as to which is better or what you prefer, let me know....


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post Oct 21, 2007 - 9:47 PM
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I think you should go with TEINs. Because it isn't a dramatic drop and I think it is aimed more towards performance. I was an idot and picked up some sprint. All looks and no performance. It is crap compared to my handling king 2000 gts with trd springs.


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post Oct 21, 2007 - 9:56 PM
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QUOTE(bccentaur3 @ Oct 21, 2007 - 9:47 PM) [snapback]607118[/snapback]

I think you should go with TEINs. Because it isn't a dramatic drop and I think it is aimed more towards performance. I was an idot and picked up some sprint. All looks and no performance. It is crap compared to my handling king 2000 gts with trd springs.

agreed
post Oct 21, 2007 - 9:59 PM
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eibach sportlines are really nice alot of people think otherwise ,but im very satisfied
post Oct 22, 2007 - 11:05 PM
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+1 for Eibachs

post Oct 23, 2007 - 7:18 AM
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i dont think sprints are bad at all


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post Oct 23, 2007 - 8:36 AM
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Maybe I'm just lacking the support of the front and rear strut bars. My 7th gen has a lot of suspension mods done to it. Maybe thats why I think the 6th gen handles like poo right now.


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post Oct 23, 2007 - 9:57 AM
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I have Eibachs... of course Coomer cut a few coils out of them, but it hugs great. Personally I would go with Tein.


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post Oct 27, 2007 - 8:51 AM
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QUOTE(k-weaver @ Oct 21, 2007 - 10:35 PM) [snapback]607115[/snapback]

ok guys, I have finally come to the conclusion that it is finally time to work on my suspension. I plan to get some KYB GR2 Struts because they are cheap and I trust them. My only concern is the springs. I am looking at two different springs and I cannot choose which to go with.

#1
Eibach pro-kit with a 1" drop all the way around

OR

#2
Tien S-Tech with a .9" in the front and 1.4" in the back

I have done some reading and it looks like alot of people are going with the tien s-tech springs along with the KYB's. My brother bought a pair of Eibachs and he loves them. So if you guys have any opinions as to which is better or what you prefer, let me know....

most people go with the teins cause theyre CHEAPER, more than anything else.

i have the eibachs (sportlines) and i prefer them, ride is tighter, and not as much roll.


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post Oct 27, 2007 - 12:08 PM
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id like to revoke my prevous comment... i was doing lots of reaserch and it looks like eibacks are better... btw its a 1,5drop
post Oct 27, 2007 - 1:25 PM
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I have Tein's. They are comfy and I can hug a corner a little better. I have heard Eibachs are good as well just more expensive than Tein's and lower the rear 1/2 in. more. Springs are only gonna get you so much performance though. I would say save your money and get some Tein coilovers for increased performance if you can.
post Oct 28, 2007 - 7:26 PM
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if you have a grand for coilovers why not... but eibach either way.... teins are softer, eibachs sportline are mid and eibach pro are harder
post Nov 1, 2007 - 10:22 PM
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A simple spring/strut/rear sway will make night and day difference in suspension performance...

post Nov 3, 2007 - 10:31 PM
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im getting ready to purchase some eibach springs, i just haven't made up my mind on weather i want sportlines or pros. my celica is my dd but i also hit the track on the weekends. would the pros be unbearable for daily driving? (im my only passenger.)
post Nov 4, 2007 - 8:58 PM
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QUOTE(Razgriz @ Nov 3, 2007 - 10:31 PM) [snapback]610949[/snapback]

im getting ready to purchase some eibach springs, i just haven't made up my mind on weather i want sportlines or pros. my celica is my dd but i also hit the track on the weekends. would the pros be unbearable for daily driving? (im my only passenger.)



Both are very easy for a DD, the spring rate on them are not crazy high. The Pros are slightly lower than the sportline.


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