I'm going with the 235/45R17 tires with 17x8 wheels 45mm offset on my new 2012.

Is there better riding springs to buy with same/close drop height as the TRD lowering springs?

Did some research,

TRD springs Front 1.0", Rear 1.5"
Tanabe NF210 Front 1.1", Rear 1.7"
Eibach Pro-Kit Front 1.0 ", Rear 1.2"
TEIN AZE151L H-Tech SKC24-BUB00 Front 1.1, Rear 2.1"

I don't want to go to low, the TRD drop is low enough for me.

Putting on Hotchkis front and rear sway bar kit, TRD Front strut tower bar.

Thanks,

Tanabe NF210 (http://www.scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124875&highlight=nf210+xb2) lowering springs are positively reviewed for their drop and comfortable ride.

Tanabe NF210 (http://www.scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124875&highlight=nf210+xb2) lowering springs are positively reviewed for their drop and comfortable ride.

Buy on ebay for best price? who?

There are a few (legite) dealers on (tanabe NF's) ebay but make sure you read thoroughly about the vendors selling them. The cheapest I have found on ebay for them was 230 shipped. Or you could be a sport and support one of the many vendors on here that pay to advertise.. Keep small businesses small or keep small businesses alive... the choice is yours


TEIN also makes a great spring and slight smaller drop in the rear and a sportier suspension feel (so I've read) but there are threads dedicated to ALL of these springs with pictures to boot. I hope you have time to burn

There are a few (legite) dealers on (tanabe NF's) ebay but make sure you read thoroughly about the vendors selling them. The cheapest I have found on ebay for them was 230 shipped. Or you could be a sport and support one of the many vendors on here that pay to advertise.. Keep small businesses small or keep small businesses alive... the choice is yours


TEIN also makes a great spring and slight smaller drop in the rear and a sportier suspension feel (so I've read) but there are threads dedicated to ALL of these springs with pictures to boot. I hope you have time to burn


I don't have a problem checking with the supporting vendors first.

I'm not endorsing any vendors but the first website that comes to mind is www.fastscions.com (http://www.fastscions.com)

I'm not endorsing any vendors but the first website that comes to mind is www.fastscions.com (http://www.fastscions.com)

$260.00 with shipping

PM'd supporting vendor ERZperformance, waited 2 days for response, no reply. Even replied on a thread they bump everyday, no reply. :shock: :lalala:

Bought a set of Tanabe NF210 springs off ebay from kdperformance $196.00 Shipped. :biggrin:

Bought a set of Tanabe NF210 springs off ebay from kdperformance $196.00 Shipped. :biggrin:
Best price I've heard of for the NF's in a very long time.

Here is mine on DF's to give you an idea

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/kingofthecrate/photobucket-1178-1319498810622.jpg

Here is mine on DF's to give you an idea

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/kingofthecrate/photobucket-1178-1319498810622.jpg

Looking good... 8)

I got my NF210's on order..:icon_biggrin:

If you're putting the hotchkis sways on, why not put on the matching springs? It handles AMAZINGLY, its what I have on my xb.

If you're putting the hotchkis sways on, why not put on the matching springs? It handles AMAZINGLY, its what I have on my xb.

Good idea, I'll check them out.

Called Hotchkis, They are discontinued.

Good idea, I'll check them out.

Called Hotchkis, They are discontinued.

That's crazy... I wonder if it has anything to do with sales or what...

I know my fronts cracked vertically about 1.5" on the bottom coil.

If you're interested, I'd be willing to sell my hotchkis springs once my Ksports get here on Wednesday.

Tanabe NF210 (http://www.scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124875&highlight=nf210+xb2) lowering springs are positively reviewed for their drop and comfortable ride.


To the OP -- They all have their fans for their respective qualities. For example, Tanabe is definitely good for comfort, whereas Eibach is somewhat stiffer for more sporty driving (though still reasonably comfortable). The best individual choice depends on what qualities the individual most values. Don't just go by someone's recommendation (that which they happen to like), do some research and figure out the probable best fit for you.