MK3 suspension guide

[supra90turbo]

bilstein/st combo here. very happy with it. no bouncy, it's a little rough at times, but much better than i expected it to be. the first time i saw my car from the outside driving, though... it looks like it rides pretty harsh. but it's quite nice. i'm sure i have a picture somewhere... let me see....

 

[Stanzaspeed]

love that car... its part of the reason i bought ST's last year. to bad they are still in my closet...

 

[CassMori]

I've got Ohlins coilovers, with mystery springs. Is there any way to find out (markings,stampings,etc.) what springs I have by looking at them?

http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/809204/2

 

[supraaddict87]

this is the first time i have heard that about the upper mounts. it would make sense as my car is an 87. anymore insite on this matter would be much appriciated

thanks,
mike

 

[Boostedstr8six]

Progressive RS*R springs and Koni yellows. I'd rather have linear rate springs but the ride and stance is good. Pretty moderate drop and level. Avoid Tokico Blues like the plague!!

17s and 235/45s

 

[Loki]

Avoid Tokico Blues like the plague!!

Why? I was planning to run those with my H&Rs :aigo:

 

[Boostedstr8six]

Why? I was planning to run those with my H&Rs :aigo:

Softish and don't last long. I'm much happier with the konis.

 

[Loki]

Will Koni's work good with H&R springs?

 

[IJ.]

Will Koni's work good with H&R springs?

The Koni's have quite a wide adjustment range so you should get a setting to match!

 

[catch2nd]

any opinons on the TEMS tokicos? I really like the idea of driver controlled dampening without the cost of the tein edfc

 

[Blue87T(Dan)]

any opinons on the TEMS tokicos? I really like the idea of driver controlled dampening without the cost of the tein edfc

People have said they are a bit stiffer than stock. I have also read that they tend to fail often as well.

They also have lifetime warranty. You can also get new tems shocks from Toyota for about the same price.

Dan

 

[Blue87T(Dan)]

Also, my ST springs arrived today.

Front

Rear

I hope they help. I keep getting flagged over by 4X4 guys asking if I want to attend their next meet.

Dan

 

[catch2nd]

People have said they are a bit stiffer than stock. I have also read that they tend to fail often as well.

They also have lifetime warranty. You can also get new tems shocks from Toyota for about the same price.

Dan

only a bit stiffer? I thought they were supposed to compare to other performace struts

 

[Blue87T(Dan)]

Do a search on SF. You should be able to find some reviews and opinions. I had started a thread about this here PH (pre-hack) and got some good info and responses.

Too bad its gone, the f-ing bastards.

Dan

 

[ssupple]

I just installed JIC FLT-A2s on my 91, best upgrade to date. The initail $$ is steep but well worth the price. They are a perfect balance between ride quality and performance at the softer compression settings for everyday use; as well as offer the option of all the stiffness and preload adjustemnt needed for an occasional track day.

 

[kamil]

Anyone have pictures of a Tein SS or Tein Flex setup? Curious to see the stance, I already know the specs are what I want..

 

[ladmo]

Softish and don't last long. I'm much happier with the konis.

Agreed. Ive been running Tokico Blue's with H&R springs and it just doesnt feel as stiff as it should be. Im prob gona get rid if these and pick up some Blistiens or Koni shocks sometime soon.

 

[ktownmk3]

Anyone have pictures of a Tein SS or Tein Flex setup? Curious to see the stance, I already know the specs are what I want..

Remember, they are coilovers so you decide the stance yourself, everyones will be different and you can make it exactly what you want.

My setup:
Bilstiens middle perch in front, lowest in back
HnRs
ST sway bars stiffer setting in rear
Ebay front strut tower bar
Cusco rear strut tower bar
JDM hatch bar(in mail)

Rides stiff but not bouncy, so much damn fun, I fucking love it
pics

 

[silver88turbo]

I would avoid Tokicos. Sure they have a warranty but who want to go through the hassle of replacing shocks all the time? And yes I have the TEMS ones....wish I bought the bilsteins.

 

[MA717MGTE]

I would avoid Tokicos. Sure they have a warranty but who want to go through the hassle of replacing shocks all the time? And yes I have the TEMS ones....wish I bought the bilsteins.

the blistens are manual adjusting correct?