can those of you with an xA w/ stock suspension post any comments you might have on ride quality and handling of the xA...

thanks!

the ride is bumpy, but i am used to it from having lowered cars.

i can't stand the stock ride on the xA. When I use to take customers on test drives they always woulds comment on how rough it was. It's funny how after market lowering springs can make it ride smoother...wierd.

Yes, factory springs are pretty stiff. I don't find it objectionable but Eibachs improved it considerably. They handle very well stock.
ken

Are the TRD springs Eibachs as well?

I have the stock wheels and suspension on my xA, and I really like it. I've described the ride as being "like a go-kart with big wheels". While the ride is stiff, it is very responsive, and has a European feel to it.

I like the fact that I can slam over speed bumps or railroad crossings without slowing down... :D

It is also great on unstable surfaces like dirt roads or slushy snow....you get a better feel for lateral shifts, so you can make steering corrections must faster.

C.F.

center of gravity is pretty high, rear suspension is pretty terrible geometry wise.

but its a very light car so it feels nimble enough.

I have the stock wheels and suspension on my xA, and I really like it. I've described the ride as being "like a go-kart with big wheels". While the ride is stiff, it is very responsive, and has a European feel to it.

I like the fact that I can slam over speed bumps or railroad crossings without slowing down... :D

It is also great on unstable surfaces like dirt roads or slushy snow....you get a better feel for lateral shifts, so you can make steering corrections must faster.

C.F.

Good Gawd C.F.!!! Sounds like you need a rally car more then you need a Scion :wink:

Good Gawd C.F.!!! Sounds like you need a rally car more then you need a Scion


You betcha! When time comes for new tires, I'm going to jack the sucker up, put on a monster set of knobbies, and have the world's smallest monster truck! :twisted:

C.F.

Are the TRD springs Eibachs as well?

they are the same spring