Tanabe DF210s or TRD Springs? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Nagoya_TRD. · 04-08-2009, 04:34 PM

I posted a thread a while back about a friend was looking for SSRs for his white yaris. For those that do not remember:

http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15656

Either way, he has not bought wheels yet, and is waiting to see what springs he can get to lower the car. Narrowed it down do Tanabes and TRDs. From what i have heard and seen, both are pretty damn good, but i was looking for more specifics (I.E: amount of lowering, quality, handling, price, etc).

http://www.tanabe-usa.com/df210.asp?id=1

Before anyone asks "why doesn't he register and post", it would be safe to say english is not his first language, and he is always busy with work and school so he asked me. I am not one to say "no", so please understand.

People that have TRDs or Tanabes please post your feedback on these. If there are any other spring brands he should consider, please state and why?

Thanks guys for understanding.

supmet · 04-08-2009, 04:51 PM

The DF210s will be lower. I think DFs are around 2 inches and TRD are 1.5 inches. Also TRD use progressive spring rates, which is supposed to be smoother, but a lot of people say DF210s are just a smooth.

The DF210s are cheaper(buy them from microimage) and are a bigger drop.

There probably isn't a HUGE difference between the two as far as handling and quality

enviri · 04-08-2009, 05:01 PM

TRDs are very stock-ish looking imo but still an improvement over what toyota gave us, and DF210s look obviously dropped. it really is up to you/your friend. it really doesnt look like there's a 1/2 inch difference in drop...looks like more, heh.

WeeYari · 04-08-2009, 05:14 PM

In my opinion, if he is measuring TRD against Tanabe, he should be looking at the NF210s. Both have basically the same drop and would be more of an apples-to-apples comparison.

ChinoCharles · 04-08-2009, 05:17 PM

I have TRDs and I wish I had DF210s.

'Nuff said.

uncleyaris · 04-08-2009, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

I have TRDs and I wish I had DF210s.

'Nuff said.

You can afford TRD prices, lol. just kidding, sorry off topic.

Klinton · 04-08-2009, 11:41 PM

i have DF 210'S i love them

FreddysEvolutionIX · 04-09-2009, 02:05 AM

Performance wise the tanabe's are better?
Are these on a 4dr or 2rd yaris? I'm helping my lady friend.

FreddysEvolutionIX · 04-09-2009, 02:09 AM

Can you guys post side view pics to compare?

MUSKOKA800 · 04-09-2009, 07:54 AM

I have TRD's in my sedan and while the decreased wheel-well openning of a greater drop would be more asthetically pleasing I cannot imagine driving around the city with the chassis any lower than it is with the TRD springs.
If the front lip isn't hitting speed bumps and driveway approaches then the chassis (below the front door hinges) is banging down. And this with stiff TRD dampers. Stock shocks would allow even more free suspension travel and harder impacts.
It can be annoying having to go so damn slow (crawling) over obstacles that stock ride height vehicles fly over without a care. That said, the substancial handling improvement offered by the TRD package is worth that annoyance.

NJBob · 04-10-2009, 06:51 AM

Has anyone here tried the Tanabe NF 210s?....a little less drop. Anyone....anyone....Buehler?

AznGouki · 04-10-2009, 05:06 PM

The TRD I have seen in person. They give a mild drop that isn't overly noticable. Very usable for year round and if you have a lot of speedbumps to conquer. They are actually Eibachs in disguise I believe so you definitely get what you pay for. It leaves a 1.25 inch gap between the top of the tire and fender. I think they are rated for a 1 inch drop all around.

04-08-2009, 04:34 PM	#1
Nagoya_TRD. Drives: None. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 131	Tanabe DF210s or TRD Springs? I posted a thread a while back about a friend was looking for SSRs for his white yaris. For those that do not remember: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15656 Either way, he has not bought wheels yet, and is waiting to see what springs he can get to lower the car. Narrowed it down do Tanabes and TRDs. From what i have heard and seen, both are pretty damn good, but i was looking for more specifics (I.E: amount of lowering, quality, handling, price, etc). http://www.tanabe-usa.com/df210.asp?id=1 Before anyone asks "why doesn't he register and post", it would be safe to say english is not his first language, and he is always busy with work and school so he asked me. I am not one to say "no", so please understand. People that have TRDs or Tanabes please post your feedback on these. If there are any other spring brands he should consider, please state and why? Thanks guys for understanding.

04-08-2009, 05:14 PM	#4
WeeYari View User's Garage Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,743	In my opinion, if he is measuring TRD against Tanabe, he should be looking at the NF210s. Both have basically the same drop and would be more of an apples-to-apples comparison. __________________

04-08-2009, 11:41 PM	#7
Klinton View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Yaris sedan Flint Mica Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: OKC Posts: 146	i have DF 210'S i love them __________________ 205/45/17 Nittos/ KN tyhoon 69 intake EURO areo muffler / DF 210 Springs NST 10% Pulley/ 15% tint 600watt rockford punch 12" subs and amp micro image rocks!

04-09-2009, 02:05 AM	#8
FreddysEvolutionIX Spirited Driver Drives: '06 Lancer Evolution IX Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victorville, CA Posts: 114	Performance wise the tanabe's are better? Are these on a 4dr or 2rd yaris? I'm helping my lady friend. __________________ Freddy Penaloza www.myspace.com/freddysevolutionix www.twitter.com/freddysevoix Freddy Penaloza (facebook) http://qik.com/freddysevolutionix

04-09-2009, 02:09 AM	#9
FreddysEvolutionIX Spirited Driver Drives: '06 Lancer Evolution IX Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victorville, CA Posts: 114	Can you guys post side view pics to compare? __________________ Freddy Penaloza www.myspace.com/freddysevolutionix www.twitter.com/freddysevoix Freddy Penaloza (facebook) http://qik.com/freddysevolutionix

04-08-2009, 04:51 PM	#2
supmet Banned View User's Garage Drives: 2007 4 Door Yaris Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,357	The DF210s will be lower. I think DFs are around 2 inches and TRD are 1.5 inches. Also TRD use progressive spring rates, which is supposed to be smoother, but a lot of people say DF210s are just a smooth. The DF210s are cheaper(buy them from microimage) and are a bigger drop. There probably isn't a HUGE difference between the two as far as handling and quality

04-08-2009, 05:01 PM	#3
enviri View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: CT Posts: 1,516	TRDs are very stock-ish looking imo but still an improvement over what toyota gave us, and DF210s look obviously dropped. it really is up to you/your friend. it really doesnt look like there's a 1/2 inch difference in drop...looks like more, heh.

04-08-2009, 05:17 PM	#5
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	I have TRDs and I wish I had DF210s. 'Nuff said.

04-09-2009, 07:54 AM	#10
MUSKOKA800 Drives: '08 Yaris Sedan, Aero Package Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Burlington, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,720	I have TRD's in my sedan and while the decreased wheel-well openning of a greater drop would be more asthetically pleasing I cannot imagine driving around the city with the chassis any lower than it is with the TRD springs. If the front lip isn't hitting speed bumps and driveway approaches then the chassis (below the front door hinges) is banging down. And this with stiff TRD dampers. Stock shocks would allow even more free suspension travel and harder impacts. It can be annoying having to go so damn slow (crawling) over obstacles that stock ride height vehicles fly over without a care. That said, the substancial handling improvement offered by the TRD package is worth that annoyance. __________________ 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.

04-10-2009, 06:51 AM	#11
NJBob View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South Jersey Posts: 444	Has anyone here tried the Tanabe NF 210s?....a little less drop. Anyone....anyone....Buehler? __________________ \| \|

04-10-2009, 05:06 PM	#12
AznGouki Metsu Drives: NCP91 ; E36 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 154	The TRD I have seen in person. They give a mild drop that isn't overly noticable. Very usable for year round and if you have a lot of speedbumps to conquer. They are actually Eibachs in disguise I believe so you definitely get what you pay for. It leaves a 1.25 inch gap between the top of the tire and fender. I think they are rated for a 1 inch drop all around. __________________

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