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03-23-2009, 01:06 PM | #1 |
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This thread has been very helpful.
You guys seem to have a pretty good understanding of the Yaris's suspension and the modification there of. I just finished paying off my Wifes car (AKA more money for my car) and I want to mod the suspension of my Yaris 3doorLB. I'm not too worried about the ride quality so much as I am its handling ability. In the end, I think I want to get a coilover kit and some rear/front struts/braces but I have no idea of what a good combanation would be. Any insight you guys might have to offer would be greatly appreciated. |
03-28-2009, 08:04 PM | #2 |
My suspension history started with TRD springs that made a big difference over OEM suspension. I stiffened it up with spring rubbers up front, and used air shocks in the rear to help handle occasional heavy cargo loads. This worked well and eliminated rubbng while using 205/40R17s.
After a year I wanted more power and better cornering. I first went with lighter wheels (Enkei RPF1s) with 195/50/R15 tires. Then I got some coilovers. D-A-M-N!!! I didn't know how good this car could handle until now. I was lucky enough to get the last set of Cusco GT-Zeros on the continent (thanks Saggio!) and I am amazed at how well they work. My car is so damn low it's sick. AND it doesn't EVER rub! I don't know the science, but the thing is like its on rails. It nearly throws me out of the seat in turns, and never starts sliding. Dialing up the dampening only makes it better, but it does harshen the ride so I usually keep it dialed down for daily driving. I appreciate all the input found here. I've never even heard of coilovers before, and I'm glad I found you guys. I am also really glad I invested my money in the "good stuff."
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05-28-2009, 03:18 PM | #3 | |
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I also was looking at getting the 195/50 tires in 15's, and saving up for those same rims, ;D how is the gearing now that you're at that profile of tire, I was thinking of going 195/55 personally to try and keep things similar to my 185/60's would you say the coilovers are heavier than regular spring/shock combo? |
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05-28-2009, 04:13 PM | #4 | |
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Gearing is fine. The only difference I notice is my speedo reads 80 mph and the GPS shows actually I'm going 75. Not a big deal to me. The real difference is the handling. The 195/50s have a stiffer sidewall so there is not alot of tire roll in turns. The S Drives really stick too. Save your money up. the RPF1s are worth every penny. I've had Konigs and cheaper wheels, and you really get what you pay for. The finish on these is fantastic, and the weight advantage you really see in acceleration. Save up and get them. You will not be disappointed. There is no weight difference that I noticed from stock springs/struts to coilovers. Again, just like I said to begin with, I am amazed at how well my car takes turns with them on. It carves like an expensive sports car. I live in the Mountains and drive twisty roads daily. I have so much fun, I sometimes take the long route just to enjoy my car.
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04-01-2009, 10:24 AM | #5 |
Would like to share this model of coilover:
Hot Bits DT2 Series: - Oversized 52mm shock bodies for SUVs and 4WDs and 58mm struts for cars - High-pressure mono-tube shock design - 46mm shock piston diameter - 22mm shock piston on 4WD products for enhanced durability - Motorcross grade seals - 40-step rebound adjustment (up to 80% change) and 30-step compression adjustment (up to 50% change) - A superior grade, interchangeable 60mm CNC cold wound silicone steel coil springs http://www.hotbits.org/new/dt2.php
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04-01-2009, 10:57 AM | #6 |
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$2K..umm...no thanks i'm ok
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04-01-2009, 11:06 AM | #7 |
yah it might be pricey to certain people, but you get what you pay for though.
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04-01-2009, 11:09 AM | #8 |
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yeah i'd rather pay 1300 for a decent set. not track racing the car. If i was track racin gthe car then yeah i could see it.
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04-01-2009, 11:19 AM | #9 |
the thing i like about them is the cheap cost for servicing the shocks, to re-oil and re-valve the whole thing costs only about 20 USD per shocks.
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05-11-2009, 12:40 PM | #10 |
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Found these:
HKS S-Compact Front 5k Rear 8k 30 Way Adjustable Link- http://www.bulletproofautomotive.com...il.php?ID=5266
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05-28-2009, 09:30 PM | #11 |
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Anyone have experience with the BC Racing Coilovers? Impressions?
http://www.eracingworks.com/BC-Racin...g-p-44254.html
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06-12-2009, 02:28 AM | #12 |
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I have not bought the HKS S Compact coilovers. But, the site lists them at 5kg/mm in the front and 4.6kg/mm in the back. So, roughly (F/R) 280/260 lb/in.
http://www.hks-power.co.jp/products/...0120at008.html |
06-12-2009, 03:00 PM | #13 |
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Are there any coilover's that can retain the stock height of the car?
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06-17-2009, 01:41 AM | #14 |
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Anyone?? Anyone??
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06-17-2009, 02:20 AM | #15 |
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08-18-2009, 10:52 AM | #16 |
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08-18-2009, 05:44 PM | #17 |
Don't drive it, RALLY it!
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I'm getting coilovers which will slightly raise my car (for rallying). Anything can be made if you go custom instead of big name off the shelf crap.
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08-19-2009, 09:53 AM | #18 |
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