Which suspension do you prefer

[Arkhangel]

Im looking to lower my Sedan, my wheels are 17x7 with 40 offset and tires are 215/45/17
Keeping in mind that in live in Puerto Rico, if no one has been here pot holes are common all over the higheways here and very uneven streets

Options till now are

Eibach Pro-Kit
Tanabe NF210
Progress Lowering Springs (the ones in www.microimageonline.com

[33OH]

Have you asked Garm which springs he would recommend? I'm sure he'd point you in the right direction.

[Arkhangel]

looking for opinions from everyone

[cali yaris]

215's ouch, see what Kimona says about rubbing

[Nagoya_TRD.]

I vote for Tanabe.

I like their quality and customer service so far.

[cali yaris]

I like Tanabe, but I carry both so the superior, super-duper customer service is the same from me.

[Arkhangel]

i havent bought anything yet from microimage but have experienced there customer service A+

[Tamago]

i've installed all of the above.

IMO go with either progress or Eibach. fitment is amazing on the Eibachs, and the progress are also very nice.

expect the progress to "settle" more than the eibach however.

when it comes time to make those tires fit, use a little camber front and rear and you'll be just fine.

[Crandall]

I have 215/40/17's and the only one that rubs in the drivers side on the edge. It really only rubs if I'm going around a turn and hit a bump so drive and use 215's at your own discretion. Here's a picture of what I mean, you can see the outside of the tires is nicely shaved LOL

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2981831903_723cf788b7.jpg?v=0

*Edit*

I am on Tein Coils though

[Tamago]

Crandall, i'm gonna sound like a noob but.. what wheels are those?

[cali yaris]

can't beat Progress at $144.95 shipped!

[Benggolf2]

Eibach Pro-Kits worked for me. I don't want a slammed look; just a moderate drop without looking like a racer and not tire rubbing issues. The progressive springs give a sporty yet comfortable ride.

Handling is much improved especially with a rear stabilizer bar.

[dallas]

What about the DF's they have a bit higher spring rate.

[Tamago]

What about the DF's they have a bit higher spring rate.

do they?

[cali yaris]

yes they do 15% over stock as opposed to 5% for the NF210 spring. The DF also has more of a drop, however.

Ask Babie Y how their car feels -- with Progress springs and Tokico shocks/struts. I rode in it the other day, it's just about perfect for the street.

[Malaya1221]

crandall wheels r tenzo r dc-5.

[Arkhangel]

What about the DF's they have a bit higher spring rate.

but there lower and too low in PR is not good, over here a lot of mayor roadways have speed bumps, or truck made speed bumps lol, PR engineering isnt all that good.

cali yaris

yes they do 15% over stock as opposed to 5% for the NF210 spring. The DF also has more of a drop, however.

Ask Babie Y how their car feels -- with Progress springs and Tokico shocks/struts. I rode in it the other day, it's just about perfect for the street.
and with stock shocks/struts?
or should i also be considering switching the shocks/struts with springs?

[Saggio]

Tein STechs for springs. And Cusco GT Style coilovers for coils.

[Arkhangel]

was kinda aiming for the Eibach springs but then found out they go for $350+ :eek:here in PR

TAMAGO, Cali,

Why you choose the Progressive Springs?

[Benggolf2]

was kinda aiming for the Eibach springs but then found out they go for $350+ :eek:here in PR

Did you check Tire Rack? Today, they go for $219 + shipping. Check, it might be cheaper than you think.

http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/Susptabl.jsp?autoMake=Toyota&autoModel=Yaris+Hatchback&autoYear=2008&autoModClar=&brand=all

Bought my Eibach Pro-Kit for $198 plus shipping last August. Check "My Garage" for pictures.
Moderate drop with no rubbing issues, great ride and handling.

[firemachine69]

Does TR even ship to PR?

[Arkhangel]

Been looking around Tire Rack there 219 and to ship to PR $85 :frown:

found a store on Ebay waiting for reply on Shipping
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110312672853&fromMakeTrack=true

But to Be honest unless its like $200 total im going with ...
hehe was on Micro Image and its a tuff call
the Tanabe NF210 or Progress Lowering Springs
if it where about the price well Progress Lowering Springs, but the Tanabe NF210 are less of a drop, reason why i like the eibach

Well while i get the money together ill keep looking/comparing

[spookz]

Can anyone with progress lowering springs post a picture please?

[Pitt Yaris]

I know you did not list TRD but I have 215 45 17's + 42 offset and I do not rub unless I have 3 people in the back and 2 in front which does not happen that often. Other than that no rubbing.

That looks realll low for trd springs....