Need help with lowering springs [Archive] - Toyota Yaris Forums

Giobatera

02-03-2009, 01:03 AM

I just purchased new rims and tires today, and I really want to take the chance and lower my sedan as well. I need some expert help please.
I got some 17" rims and the tires are 205/40/R17.
My question is, how low can I go, without having any problems?
Any help is greatly appreciated!!:thumbsup:

cali yaris

02-03-2009, 01:49 AM

Springs are common to both the liftback and the sedan, so keep in mind that any published drop will be greater on the sedan than the liftback (because it's heavier).

so Tanabe DF210 will be more than 2", NF 210 will be more than 1.4", etc. Maybe some sedan owner can help with more specific data for you.

Kaotic Lazagna

02-03-2009, 03:07 AM

Hey Garm, I think the sedan is lighter by either 2 or 20 pounds. I really don't know why it gets lower tho.

OP, flip the rim around and look for the offset ("ET" and/or "+" x amount). If that number is at least 42, you're good to go as low as the Tein S.Tech's (what I have, although my offset on my 17's is only 40, I get slight rubbing on freeway dips). If it's lower than 42, you might want to stick to the more subtle drops, like TRD or Eibach.

thebarber

02-03-2009, 06:44 AM

interested in some used megan coilovers? PM me

Giobatera

02-03-2009, 09:27 AM

I'm actually looking at some Elibachs. It's suppose to drop only about 1" F/R. I'm guessing it will be safer that way, and I'll still be able to feel the difference.:w00t:

Jaminjer

02-03-2009, 06:49 PM

I installed the nf210 on my 08 sedan, it dropped the rear 1.75 inches and 1.2 in the front. the rear drop was more than i wanted but does look good. If you buy lowering springs be sure to ask what the drop is for the sedan as most advertise the drop on the hb and the 2 are definately different.

Giobatera

02-04-2009, 10:55 AM

Thanks! I end up getting the set of Elibach. It suppose to drop 1" F/ 1" R, so I'm taking in consideration the fact the for the sedan it should be a little more. Hopefully it will be all good!!!!

thebarber

02-04-2009, 12:14 PM

i have eibachs in the my garage....i think ill be using them vs the coilovers come spring time

supmet

02-04-2009, 02:38 PM

Hey Garm, I think the sedan is lighter by either 2 or 20 pounds. I really don't know why it gets lower tho.

Holy crap he's right. I had to look it up on toyota to see it for myself.

MT 3dr yaris curb weight:2295
MT sedan yaris curb weight:2293

The auto transmission's weight isn't listed on the toyota site, but I'm guessing it outweighs both.

ZING

02-04-2009, 02:49 PM

You wanted the rear to sit higher than the front? Or is the rear lower than the front now?

I installed the nf210 on my 08 sedan, it dropped the rear 1.75 inches and 1.2 in the front. the rear drop was more than i wanted but does look good. If you buy lowering springs be sure to ask what the drop is for the sedan as most advertise the drop on the hb and the 2 are definately different.

Giobatera

02-04-2009, 05:38 PM

Well, I'll be dropping 1" front and rear. I strongly believe that it's gonna b about 1.3" or so, total

supmet

02-04-2009, 08:36 PM

Well, I'll be dropping 1" front and rear. I strongly believe that it's gonna b about 1.3" or so, total

Let us know how they feel and if you rub. I'm probably gonna end up going with the TRD springs on 16s. Are you keeping the rest of the suspension stock?

Giobatera

02-05-2009, 09:27 AM

Yeah, at least for now...

Giobatera

02-05-2009, 05:05 PM

New question. Anyone know if I need to get a camber kit to lower a Yaris sedan? Please help..as I'm getting ready to do it.
Thanks!

Tamago

02-05-2009, 05:10 PM

when you get ready to lower, PM me, i'll lower it for $80 labor.

i've done a couple yarii on this forum

thebarber

02-05-2009, 05:28 PM

Giobatera

02-05-2009, 05:50 PM

Ok bro. I'll let you know. Do you do other stuff as well?

Tamago

02-05-2009, 07:49 PM

Ok bro. I'll let you know. Do you do other stuff as well?

u name it, i'll do it..

Tamago

02-05-2009, 07:50 PM

also, if you haven't purchased a set of springs, let me know, i know of a gently used set of DF210s for the right price

Giobatera

02-11-2009, 10:13 AM

Thanks to TAMAGO, I finally had my springs and new rims put on yesterday. This guy is OFF THE HOOK! Thanks for doing it so quick bro! I'll put some pics on my album tonight!!!

Tamago

02-11-2009, 10:20 AM

not a problem Gio, the car looks great!

to anyone questioning the quality of the Eibach Pro-Kit, i can attest, they installed without a hitch, no spring compressor required :)

justjesus

02-11-2009, 10:33 AM

not a problem Gio, the car looks great!

to anyone questioning the quality of the Eibach Pro-Kit, i can attest, they installed without a hitch, no spring compressor required :)

WAY TO GO, MAN! Nice to see members helping each other out:thumbsup:

Herbicidal

02-12-2009, 11:54 PM

I think I'm starting to sound like a broken record, but no one else mentioned it...don't forget to get an alignment done after about a week of driving around. It will be the front only, no adjustment for the rear. :thumbsup:

And welcome to the unofficial lowered sedan club! :headbang:

Klink10

02-12-2009, 11:57 PM

WAY TO GO, MAN! Nice to see members helping each other out:thumbsup:

Agreed

Giobatera

02-17-2009, 01:19 PM

Yep. I'll be doing the alignment next week. I think I'll just take it to the dealer for that.

MUSKOKA800

02-17-2009, 01:54 PM

TRD advertise 1.2" drop but mine are closer to a 1.5" drop after a month or so.
I'm still on stock rubber (185/60/15) but can report that after approx. 15,000 kilometers of driving I've never had a tire vs. fender rub. No issues out back even with the five youth in the car + their junk in the trunk.

NOTE: the TRD dampers definitely restrict free travel which surely lessen the chances of contact. Stock shocks may increase wheel travel and possibly the chance of a rub.

Giobatera

03-03-2009, 01:42 PM

Finally got the alignment done. The car is riding smoooootttthhhh!!!!!

Herbicidal

03-04-2009, 10:53 AM

Excellent! Now....

:needpics:

Giobatera

03-06-2009, 10:10 AM

I'll be putting a front strut bar just to help a little more on the handling and that's it!

Giobatera

03-06-2009, 10:30 AM

I'll post some pics latter this weekend, however, if you want to take a look, you're welcome to check out my album!

Herbicidal

03-06-2009, 02:43 PM

I'll post some pics latter this weekend, however, if you want to take a look, you're welcome to check out my album!

Love too! But I can't find it. :iono: I looked under Community -> Pictures & Albums, but it only shows ones that were recently updated. Can someone please edumacate me on how to see all the albums? :help: Thx!

Giobatera

03-09-2009, 10:59 AM

Click on my name and look public profile. It will be there bro!

Herbicidal

03-09-2009, 12:11 PM

Click on my name and look public profile. It will be there bro!
Ahhhhh! Thanks, found it! Look'n good. :thumbsup: For what it's worth, I think a set of eye lids for your ride would totally enhance the front end.

Giobatera

04-06-2009, 01:15 PM

I've been looking for the eye lids, where can I get them? I tried ebay and just can't find them :iono:

marcus

04-06-2009, 01:32 PM

its not the drop you should be worried about its the rubbing on the side. fr what i have gathered 17x7..you must have +42 offset and up if you dont want rubbing on ur 205 tires.

Giobatera

04-06-2009, 01:40 PM

No rubbing on mine thank God! :drool:

Herbicidal

04-06-2009, 04:44 PM

I've been looking for the eye lids, where can I get them? I tried ebay and just can't find them :iono:

Buy from here:
http://shop.microimageonline.com/product.sc?categoryId=5&productId=67

Post in here: the "Official" eyelids thread: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10491

Giobatera

04-06-2009, 04:58 PM

Sweet deal! Thanks :thumbsup:

CASTREX

04-06-2009, 05:24 PM

I've been looking for the eye lids, where can I get them? I tried ebay and just can't find them :iono:

Garm's store....

Microimageonline.com

Giobatera

04-06-2009, 05:37 PM

Gotcha! Thanks :w00t:

hafeez

04-13-2009, 12:14 AM

i installed my df210 springs yesterday on stock struts/shocks and the front left is rubbing when i make a sharp turn or on highway dips. is it because of the oem shocks? i am running 17x7 tenzo wheels with 205/40/17 tires and the offset is 42 on the rims.

Herbicidal

04-13-2009, 11:52 AM