DROPZONE SPRINGS. GOOD/BAD?? - Toyota Yaris Forums

SweetRS · 12-08-2008, 10:50 AM

im inquiring about springs for my 3dr RS. i found that dropzone makes them for our cars and offers a 2 inch drop. and its cheaper than most other springs, i had them in my Integra and they were great. just want some opinion to see if maybe this is a good idea for our cars? thanks...

http://www.slickcar.com/productdetai...ProductID=6354

thebarber · 12-08-2008, 12:14 PM

in my experience, you get what you pay for.

AND

never be the first one to try something new when youre trying to be cheap.

i would definitely lean more towards finding some springs (new or used) that have been used by other owners, so you KNOW its what you want.

also, that site seems to ship UPS, and if you havent had something shipped to canada via UPS before, ill fill you in on a little secret: they charge you A LOT of brokerage fees. if ordering from the states, youll want to get something shipped USPS (united states postal service) to avoid brokerage fees.

but all that shipping stuff is moot if you plan to ship just across the border at say Ogdensburg, or something....and picking it up yourself....

SweetRS · 12-08-2008, 03:19 PM

Thanks for your honesty

Quote:

Originally Posted by thebarber

in my experience, you get what you pay for.

AND

never be the first one to try something new when youre trying to be cheap.

i would definitely lean more towards finding some springs (new or used) that have been used by other owners, so you KNOW its what you want.

also, that site seems to ship UPS, and if you havent had something shipped to canada via UPS before, ill fill you in on a little secret: they charge you A LOT of brokerage fees. if ordering from the states, youll want to get something shipped USPS (united states postal service) to avoid brokerage fees.

but all that shipping stuff is moot if you plan to ship just across the border at say Ogdensburg, or something....and picking it up yourself....

ROCKLAND TOYOTA · 12-08-2008, 04:17 PM

i used them in my eg hatch for a while and they served their purpose. the drop is right on but im not sure of the quality of their product......

Saggio · 12-08-2008, 08:04 PM

I sell Tein springs if you want to try a set of great springs!

YarisSedan · 12-08-2008, 11:49 PM

When i put dropzone springs in my escort awile back. THe spring didnt fill up the space inbetween the strut perches. Meaning you didnt have to compress the spring at all to put it into the strut. So when you would turn the spring would rattle around it was very annoying. I dont think they are designed very well. ALso i think they are linear not progressive. So it will give you a very harsh ride.

MUSKOKA800 · 12-09-2008, 12:33 PM

When it comes to steering, suspension, brakes and the like your first consideration should be safety.
The price is cheap = nobody is buying them. Do you want to be the "crash test dummy" if they're junk and fail?
FYI, I've had Eibach springs snap and they have a great reputation. No telling what quality an un-known is dispensing.

ROCKLAND TOYOTA · 12-09-2008, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saggio

Tein springs if you want to try a set of great springs!

x2

12-08-2008, 10:50 AM	#1
SweetRS View User's Garage Drives: 2006 Yaris Rs Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ottawa Posts: 128	DROPZONE SPRINGS. GOOD/BAD?? im inquiring about springs for my 3dr RS. i found that dropzone makes them for our cars and offers a 2 inch drop. and its cheaper than most other springs, i had them in my Integra and they were great. just want some opinion to see if maybe this is a good idea for our cars? thanks... http://www.slickcar.com/productdetai...ProductID=6354

12-08-2008, 12:14 PM	#2
thebarber daily driver View User's Garage Drives: the #wrecho Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 5,877	in my experience, you get what you pay for. AND never be the first one to try something new when youre trying to be cheap. i would definitely lean more towards finding some springs (new or used) that have been used by other owners, so you KNOW its what you want. also, that site seems to ship UPS, and if you havent had something shipped to canada via UPS before, ill fill you in on a little secret: they charge you A LOT of brokerage fees. if ordering from the states, youll want to get something shipped USPS (united states postal service) to avoid brokerage fees. but all that shipping stuff is moot if you plan to ship just across the border at say Ogdensburg, or something....and picking it up yourself.... __________________

12-08-2008, 04:17 PM	#4
ROCKLAND TOYOTA TRIM HUNTER View User's Garage Drives: 2007 BLAZIN BLUE YARIS 3 DR Join Date: May 2006 Location: ROCKLAND COUNTY NY Posts: 2,088	i used them in my eg hatch for a while and they served their purpose. the drop is right on but im not sure of the quality of their product...... __________________ http://rocklandtoyota.com/IFrame.aspx?iFrameID=2388 TOYOTA PARTS AT A DISCOUNT........

12-09-2008, 12:33 PM	#7
MUSKOKA800 Drives: Scion FRS RS2, ‘21 Crosstrek Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chatham, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,729	When it comes to steering, suspension, brakes and the like your first consideration should be safety. The price is cheap = nobody is buying them. Do you want to be the "crash test dummy" if they're junk and fail? FYI, I've had Eibach springs snap and they have a great reputation. No telling what quality an un-known is dispensing. __________________ TRD Upgrades: 18" Wheels wrapped in 215/35/18 PZero's, Sportivo Shocks/Struts, Lowering Springs, Swaybar, Axle-Back Exhaust, Oil Cap, Rad Cap, Signage. Aftermarket Goodies: Piggies SS, K&N Drop-In, Blitz S/C, DC Header, NST Pulley) Toyota Options/Accessories: Sport Pedal Covers, Sport Shift Knob, Ipod Interface, Summer Mats, Winter Mats, Cruise Control, Auto-Dim Mirror, Echo steelies with winter boots.

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12-08-2008, 08:04 PM	#5
Saggio Top Notch! View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Seattle WA, Posts: 438	I sell Tein springs if you want to try a set of great springs!

12-08-2008, 11:49 PM	#6
YarisSedan Drives: 08 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: California - Bay Area Posts: 2,773	When i put dropzone springs in my escort awile back. THe spring didnt fill up the space inbetween the strut perches. Meaning you didnt have to compress the spring at all to put it into the strut. So when you would turn the spring would rattle around it was very annoying. I dont think they are designed very well. ALso i think they are linear not progressive. So it will give you a very harsh ride.