How much to lower?

[Pinchlite]

Wheels:16x7/4x100mm offset 40

2007 2DR HB.

I was thinking 1.5 drop.

Roads are good in my parts.I kind of have an obsession of missing every bump,manhole cover etc for some reason already on stock.Mind you I have always done this with all of my cars.

[SirDigby]

1.5 inches in the rear is pretty standard. you can go a lot more if you want to. :)

[Pinchlite]

I am going the cheapest route.I am just getting other springs.I dont drive aggressivly at all but just want less wheel well showing with the wheel specs I posted

Tire BTW are 205/45R16 Comp TA 2

Here is springs I had in mind.

http://www.odparts.ca/catalog/ksport-lowering-springs-toyota-yaris-ncp9193-2006-2010-lsty32-p-7026.html

[Exiwolfman]

Wheels:16x7/4x100mm offset 40

2007 2DR HB.

I was thinking 1.5 drop.

Roads are good in my parts.I kind of have an obsession of missing every bump,manhole cover etc for some reason already on stock.Mind you I have always done this with all of my cars.
Tein springs with kyb struts plus TRD swaybar 2 inch drop works perfectly on my Yaris.

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[Pinchlite]

Well I already have rims and tires in the dimensions that I mentioned earlier.

I can only afford springs.

Basic question would this work without being a problem?

1 3/4'' drop

P.S

I may be able to squeeze in the sway bar into my budget if it helps?

[Exiwolfman]

Well I already have rims and tires in the dimensions that I mentioned earlier.

I can only afford springs.

Basic question would this work without being a problem?

1 3/4'' drop

P.S

I may be able to squeeze in the sway bar into my budget if it helps?
Well I would save ur money cos if ur car has high km its going to need struts and might as well save the labor costs and do it once right.

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[Pinchlite]

The struts are 2 1/2 years old.I have receipts and my mechanic said they are not original.

If struts having high kilometers on them being the deciding factor then I will go ahead and do the springs.

Thanks for reply back.

[Exiwolfman]

Go for it, takes about 2.5 hrs for the whole job to lower ur car than u will need alignment done to fix toe set.

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[Pinchlite]

I will let a shop do it for me.

I do have the tools besides the spring tensioner which I could rent but I dont have proper place to do the job.

I will ask my regular mechanis what he would charge.

[ern-diz]

Like Exiwolfman, I'm on the Tein S Tech springs, but I'm still on factory shocks/struts. Loving every second of it.

[Pinchlite]

Well those are 1.5 and are almost double the cost of what I linked.$358.00 CAD.

Would 1.5 even make a visually noticable difference?

If the ones I linked are no good then I will probaly hold off putting the new rims on this summer.

[SirDigby]

Well those are 1.5 and are almost double the cost of what I linked.$358.00 CAD.

Would 1.5 even make a visually noticable difference?



you get what you pay for. Tein's are almost the best suspension components you can get for under $4000.

1.5 makes a huge difference in visual appearance.

[Exiwolfman]

Well those are 1.5 and are almost double the cost of what I linked.$358.00 CAD.

Would 1.5 even make a visually noticable difference?

If the ones I linked are no good then I will probaly hold off putting the new rims on this summer.
One can find teins at a lower price and ya it's a noticeable difference between 1.5 and 2 inch drop.

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[Pinchlite]

So 1.5 drop with the wheels and tire sizes I posted/mentioned would look okay.(2 DR HB)

As long as it does not have too much gap then I may go 1.5 and go for the tein spring afterall.If a few things go as planned I can swing it in my budget.

[Exiwolfman]

So 1.5 drop with the wheels and tire sizes I posted/mentioned would look okay.(2 DR HB)

As long as it does not have too much gap then I may go 1.5 and go for the tein spring afterall.If a few things go as planned I can swing it in my budget.
Well I would go with drop first than wheels with ur wheels I think teins should be fine.
Go low or go home lol

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[Pinchlite]

Thats my plan.I will not be putting on new wheels untill I lower.

I just was not sure 1.5 was enough as I have read many posts that say 1.5 is not even noticable?

Did you see the wheel and tirespecs I posted?

[Exiwolfman]

Thats my plan.I will not be putting on new wheels untill I lower.

I just was not sure 1.5 was enough as I have read many posts that say 1.5 is not even noticable?

Did you see the wheel and tirespecs I posted?
Well I'm on 195 55 15s and on teins so compare that size to urs and I'm 42 offset.


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[Pinchlite]

I already have this bought.

205/45R16 Comp 2

Wheels:16x7/4x100mm offset 40

[Exiwolfman]

I already have this bought.

205/45R16 Comp 2

Wheels:16x7/4x100mm offset 40
Just compare size... I say u should be find

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[Pinchlite]

Okay.Going to find some tein 1.5 springs within Canada and order them up.

I will get the springs installed ASAP so once summer arrives I just have to put on the wheels then get an alignment.

Thanks for you're and everyone elses help.

[Exiwolfman]

Okay.Going to find some tein 1.5 springs within Canada and order them up.

I will get the springs installed ASAP so once summer arrives I just have to put on the wheels then get an alignment.

Thanks for you're and everyone elses help.
Have fun post pics after and teins are 1.9 drop but more like 2.o inch.

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[Pinchlite]

1.9???? I thought it was supposed to be 1.5.

Why cant I get a proper answear.

I have spent days reading over many forums.Some say 1.5 not enough,others say 2'' too much.

I have a feeling I will be getting the improper spring height and wont be able to return after installation.

[Exiwolfman]

1.9???? I thought it was supposed to be 1.5.

Why cant I get a proper answear.

I have spent days reading over many forums.Some say 1.5 not enough,others say 2'' too much.

I have a feeling I will be getting the improper spring height and wont be able to return after installation.
Tein springs are 1.9 but closer to 2 inch I run a set on my 07 Yaris 2 door

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[Pinchlite]

Okay.That sounds better.

Here is pic of 1.5 I believe.

Same tire and rim size as mine.

Tanabe DF210 with 16x7 +40offset on 205/45/16 tyres http://i.imgur.com/DSV3drZ.jpg

Can you post pic of your car with wheel and tire specs?

Also exact springs that you bought/have.

[Exiwolfman]

Okay.That sounds better.

Here is pic of 1.5 I believe.

Same tire and rim size as mine.

Tanabe DF210 with 16x7 +40offset on 205/45/16 tyres http://i.imgur.com/DSV3drZ.jpg
Just do it lol 😁

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[Exiwolfman]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161128/120b0cd9217c94461e828099b117c87e.jpg

There is mine on teins

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[tmontague]

Fwiw 1.5" drop is more than noticeable. It made a huge difference in the appearance of my yaris.

Imo lower than that gives you the "wheels tucked in" look which I didn't want as it's not my thing and I wanted function over form. Also the car sits lower with a driver in it than what you'll see when you're standing beside it so take that into account.

The springs will also settle after a few months of driving and will sit slightly lower

[Exiwolfman]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161128/7577b64e17caed44455bc3bf727988c9.jpg

One more lol

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[Pinchlite]

Very nice.

Going to bite the bullet and go 1.5 to be on the safe side.Thanks again.

[Pinchlite]

Fwiw 1.5" drop is more than noticeable. It made a huge difference in the appearance of my yaris.

Imo lower than that gives you the "wheels tucked in" look which I didn't want as it's not my thing and I wanted function over form. Also the car sits lower with a driver in it than what you'll see when you're standing beside it so take that into account.

The springs will also settle after a few months of driving and will sit slightly lower

What wheel and tire size do you have?

Have any side pics.

[Exiwolfman]

Very nice.

Going to bite the bullet and go 1.5 to be on the safe side.Thanks again.
Safe side lol
I live in collingwood and we get lots of snow ❄ no issues what so ever. Ride quality is awesome too.

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[Pinchlite]

I know.Midland here.

the other fella said 1.5 is plenty good.

Confused again.

Perhaps i should put the whole idea on the back burner for know.


Way too much uneeded brain racking.

[Exiwolfman]

I know.Midland here.

the other fella said 1.5 is plenty good.

Confused again.

Perhaps i should put the whole idea on the back burner for know.


Way too much uneeded brain racking.
Lol I say go low or go home if ur in midland than come by park ur car next to mine and see.

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[tarkus]

I the other fella said 1.5 is plenty good.

This guy…
1.5 makes a huge difference in visual appearance.
Don't overthink the half inch. 1.5 or 2 inch. Just do it. [emoji1]


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[tmontague]

What wheel and tire size do you have?

Have any side pics.

I'll look for pics but I just put my winters on.

My summer rims are 15x6.5 and +35 offset running 185/60 r15

I have 10mm spacers in the rear. The fit is very flush with no rubbing even when hitting the bump stops on rough Hamilton roads.

Its the exact looks and function I wanted and couldn't be happier.

[Rigaud]

Been on a 2" drop since 2014 and on 16x7" 40 offset wheels. Tires 205/45R16.....

I could still lower .5" to 1" more.

Your 1.5" drop is very conservative. Go................Just Do It!!!

[Pinchlite]

How about these?

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-other-auto-parts-and-accessories/markham-york-region/tein-h-tech-lowering-springs-xb-echo-yaris/1219836402?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

[Exiwolfman]

How about these?

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-other-auto-parts-and-accessories/markham-york-region/tein-h-tech-lowering-springs-xb-echo-yaris/1219836402?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
Not much of a lowering with that setup, cheap sure but so is a bag of potatoes in the trunk lol

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[Pinchlite]

Ordered these yesterday instead.

$219.00+HST delivered.

http://www.imageinmotion.com/Megan-Racing-Lowering-Springs-Toyota-Yaris-06-11

Good as potatoes but good enough for me.

At least my rims will look half decent on the car.

Thats my main concern for know.

[Exiwolfman]

Ordered these yesterday instead.

$219.00+HST delivered.

http://www.imageinmotion.com/Megan-Racing-Lowering-Springs-Toyota-Yaris-06-11

Good as potatoes but good enough for me.

At least my rims will look half decent on the car.

Thats my main concern for know.
Haha that looks good and you will definitely enjoy it next get a rear swap bar cos that makes a huge difference.

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[Exiwolfman]

Also once u get ur springs I would recommend u spare them with under body rust proof stuff cos are winters are going to kill them fast do to the progressive spring setup....i used rock guard on mine before installing.

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[Exiwolfman]

Also cut down ur bump stops on ur struts, funny is I think I still have a set of sport line 1.5 drop springs around the house after I switched to tein springs, free if u want just need to find them lol

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[Pinchlite]

Haha that looks good and you will definitely enjoy it next get a rear swap bar cos that makes a huge difference.

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I will get to researching one know.I will put it on same time as I do the springs.

I am not expecting great handling or anything outstanding but as long as the wheels dont look silly on the car I will be happy for know.

[Pinchlite]

Also cut down ur bump stops on ur struts, funny is I think I still have a set of sport line 1.5 drop springs around the house after I switched to tein springs, free if u want just need to find them lol

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Wish I would have known earlier (I still have a set of sport line 1.5 drop springs around)

I ordered springs yest afternoon already

Some here on this forum said dont cut bumpstops???

[Pinchlite]

Also once u get ur springs I would recommend u spare them with under body rust proof stuff cos are winters are going to kill them fast do to the progressive spring setup....i used rock guard on mine before installing.

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Was already going to do the entire under floor while I had good access to underside.

But will do like you mentioned for sure.

[Exiwolfman]

Wish I would have known earlier (I still have a set of sport line 1.5 drop springs around)

I ordered springs yest afternoon already

Some here on this forum said dont cut bumpstops???
Cutting bumps stops does make a difference in how it works. You gone go lower so you want suspension travel not ride on the bump stops lol

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[Pinchlite]

I seen a post where they were cut down.

How much do I leave attached?

I will be doing the springswap my self aswell as adding swaybar.

I did replace struts on a civic almost 20 years ago so i know I can do it.

[Exiwolfman]

I seen a post where they were cut down.

How much do I leave attached?

I will be doing the springswap my self aswell as adding swaybar.

I did replace struts on a civic almost 20 years ago so i know I can do it.
Simple logic ur car will sit 1.5 inch lower so why would u use stock hight bump stops cut 1 inch off at least or every other bump u will hit them and restrict ur suspension travel...also good luck with swaybar links they are fun to remove, use heat if possible also remove wipers and all in that are 10 min job to get to the top shock mounts.

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[Pinchlite]

I have a small oxy-acet torch and have used it for similier nuts.

I will cut one inch off.I actually already had the cowling removed previously,piece of cake.

Thanks for the pointers.

Just trying to locate a reasonably priced sway within Canada.Stillwaiting back for a few replys.

[Exiwolfman]

I have a small oxy-acet torch and have used it for similier nuts.

I will cut one inch off.I actually already had the cowling removed previously,piece of cake.

Thanks for the pointers.

Just trying to locate a reasonably priced sway within Canada.Stillwaiting back for a few replys.
I will see if I can get u a TRD swaybar at cost, I'm no longer with Toyota but my buddy is still there and is a parts guy.

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[Pinchlite]

Not sure if I can even afford that @ cost?

at least not at the moment.

Between full stereo components upgrades,rims,rubber and springs the budget is almost tapped out.

I may need to cut back on my other hobby:frown:

[Exiwolfman]

Not sure if I can even afford that @ cost?

at least not at the moment.

Between full stereo components upgrades,rims,rubber and springs the budget is almost tapped out.

I may need to cut back on my other hobby:frown:
No worries I'll see if availability on TRD swaybar is there and how much last time it was around 180 tax in

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[Pinchlite]

180.00 CAD!

That may be workable..especially since its a quality unit.

I appreciate all the BTW.

Much appreciated.

I would even consider used items if need be.

[Exiwolfman]

180.00 CAD!

That may be workable..especially since its a quality unit.

I appreciate all the BTW.

Much appreciated.
Yes Canadian and no shipping just pick up from Collingwood haha
Will let u know so as u do and np.

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[Pinchlite]

What does this mean?

so as u do and np

[Exiwolfman]

What does this mean?

so as u do and np
So as I do lol forgot the I there haha
Once I know will let u know lol

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[Pinchlite]

beaut's thanks.

[ern-diz]

Some people are on coil overs and go way lower than the 2" you get with the Tein springs. On 16's with 40 mm offset, it's going to look excellent. 1.5 would look good too, but I think the Tein drop is perfect.

[Exiwolfman]

beaut's thanks.
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/d03acbf72a85e9c99fc6fa9d2727354d.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/8ea21d6822eba315c0bf7b6cd3f55b25.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/b8a5af3beaf8b11a53bac8dd9777bcdf.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/981f7b5a775388f19b1f789fdce531cb.jpg

Just to give u an idea my car is on teins 2 inch drop the white is stock I'm on 195 55 15, 42 offset

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