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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 09:11 PM
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So I installed my Hotchkis Lowering Spring about a week ago and I feel like doing something else to the car but i don't know what. What do you guys suggest I do next?

Old Jun 13, 2007 | 09:24 PM
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Either a rear sway bar or the Hotchkis set of sway bars.
Old Jun 13, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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TRD rear sway or hotchkis front and rear sway set for sure. And tires if you havent gotten rid of the stockers. Those two with good springs will make it a new car. I cant remember how low the hotchkis drop is, but I think it is still in the sweet spot (less than 2" of drop approximately).
Old Jun 13, 2007 | 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by engifineer
I cant remember how low the hotchkis drop is, but I think it is still in the sweet spot (less than 2" of drop approximately).
1.7" front and just nder 2" in the rear.
Old Jun 13, 2007 | 10:26 PM
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The single biggest thing you can do to better the handling of your car is tires. It's the single biggest lap time dropper on the road course handling wise.
Old Jun 13, 2007 | 11:49 PM
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agreed. Sways and tires are the shiznizzel
Old Jun 13, 2007 | 11:57 PM
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I have to agree, the rear sway was one of the best upgrades I've done so far. My opinion from an N/A setup owner:

1. tires & wheels
2. rear sway
3. springs
4. exhaust
5. subs (audio)
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 12:36 AM
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I already have a TRD Rear Sway Bar (Should of put that on my first post lol) I think I'll buy some tires next what tires do you guys recommend?
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 03:41 AM
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stop with all this non sense get a turbo im sure you will be happy ha ha
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 04:37 AM
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Originally Posted by ilovemytC
I have to agree, the rear sway was one of the best upgrades I've done so far. My opinion from an N/A setup owner:

1. tires & wheels
2. rear sway
3. springs
4. exhaust
5. subs (audio)
I went in a different order:

1. Springs and Struts
2. Rear Sway
3. Tires and Wheels

But I have to say, ilovemytC's order makes more sense. Either way, the sway should be pretty high on your list.
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 03:31 PM
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Nitto has a new tire coming, so look out for that. Right now the Falken Azenis, Hankook RS series, and Kumho Ecsta MX all make good choices if you're looking for outright dry grip and are willing to give up some wet performance. They are all also reasonably priced.
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 03:40 PM
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I've always had good luck with Nitto NT555s.
Old Jun 14, 2007 | 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Somnambulated
Originally Posted by ilovemytC
I have to agree, the rear sway was one of the best upgrades I've done so far. My opinion from an N/A setup owner:

1. tires & wheels
2. rear sway
3. springs
4. exhaust
5. subs (audio)
I went in a different order:

1. Springs and Struts
2. Rear Sway
3. Tires and Wheels

But I have to say, ilovemytC's order makes more sense. Either way, the sway should be pretty high on your list.
I went in that order but bought everything within 2 weeks of each other, only because I knew if I didn't get the wheels and tires first, then all my money would be gone and I'd be stuck on stockies.
Old Jun 15, 2007 | 01:19 AM
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where is a good online store to buy wheels and tires?

What rims would look good on a Super White TC?
Old Jun 15, 2007 | 05:14 AM
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I/H/E....you will be very happy. if you got the money go bigger (s/c or turbo) All Power Mods!
Old Jun 15, 2007 | 05:17 AM
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My best online tire and wheel experience has been with www.discounttiredirect.com Just got some new wheels today but I'm trying the Nitto Neogens this time. As for what looks good, that is too much of a personal preference.
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It all depends on what you want to do and how much work done. If you decide to go with just the rear sway bar installation is quick and easy. The front does require you to drop the subframe to be able to reach the sway bar bushings in order to remove it, and that can be a pain/pricey ordeal if you don't know what you are doing or don't have anywhere you can go to that you trust. I would definately do at least the rear sway bar, then maybe a front strut bar then tires... but if you are like me tires will be replaced when needed
Old Jun 15, 2007 | 05:56 AM
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If you got an 05-06 Supercharger is now $2130.00 so that might be a choice

As for Tires, most of them are a good choice. Most of the popular brands you hear about alot. The Potenza's, the Azenis, ect, ect. You really cant go wrong with them. Get on Tire Rack and look at the customer ratings and see which one fits ur budget and needs and go for it.

Me personally although they are expensive as hell, im partial to Yokohama Advan Neova's
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Originally Posted by Doanrs
My best online tire and wheel experience has been with www.discounttiredirect.com Just got some new wheels today but I'm trying the Nitto Neogens this time. As for what looks good, that is too much of a personal preference.
I bought my wheels and tires from them also, great prices and fast shipping. They sent my wheels and tires 2 day air for free!, except they sent the wrong color. Now that I saw another car around town with the hyper black ones, I'm glad they sent black.




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