Lowering Springs on Stock Shocks

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Jan 1, 2008 | 10:19 AM

wazzu_coug

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Lowering Springs on Stock Shocks

Hey guys, I just got my tC two weeks ago and am quite unfamiliar with Toyota stuff. But, can I install the TRD springs on stock shocks? How is the ride quality?

I used to have a 2" neuspeed drop on KYB AGX shocks on my 92 accord. So i'm quite familiar with lowering and modifications, but i've never dealt with anything but a Honda.

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Jan 1, 2008 | 10:25 AM

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Yes you can install the TRD springs on stock shocks . The lowering doesnt even need a camber kit . It is fully correctable by a 4 wheel alignment . Even with Tein S Tech springs it will all run smoothly .

Ride Quality with most of the springs for a tC are good . TRD i hear is a good ride quality .

Jan 1, 2008 | 10:33 AM

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Jan 1, 2008 | 11:19 AM

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Jan 1, 2008 | 01:46 PM

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ive had s-techs with stock shocks for 4 months and not a problem

Jan 1, 2008 | 03:32 PM

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2 words for you; do it!

Wait like a month after installation then get an alignment.

Jan 1, 2008 | 07:08 PM

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NO TuRD Springs!!!!!...

I rode w/ Eibach Springs w/ stock shocks for a yr and a half..it was Decent...

I now have the Tokico's w/ Progress Springs!...*LOVE IT*

Jan 1, 2008 | 07:12 PM

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did you have sportline or prokit?

Jan 1, 2008 | 09:00 PM

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Just installed the TRD's and I love them

One of the best things I did for my car!

Jan 1, 2008 | 11:03 PM

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I got Hotchkis Springs on struts. Every things A-OK over here. Struts last like what? an average of 15K miles on after market springs?

Jan 1, 2008 | 11:52 PM

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Installed the TRD springs with stock struts on my car a few months ago and I love them, the ride quality doesnt change much. I say do it.

Jan 2, 2008 | 02:59 AM

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i been on my s-techs for almost a year with stock shocks, no problem

Jan 2, 2008 | 03:07 AM

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Hotchkis + Stock struts been on for about 25000. Ride quality is good. been noticing that the stock struts are starting to give out so its about time to upgrade.

--Keith

Jan 2, 2008 | 03:11 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by EPIDEMIC

i been on my s-techs for almost a year with stock shocks, no problem

x2 you should be fine

Jan 2, 2008 | 03:11 AM

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ahhhh. You mean I got another 23K miles before I get new struts? bummer.

Jan 2, 2008 | 04:49 AM

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did you have sportline or prokit?

Pro-kit

Jan 3, 2008 | 06:18 PM

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idk i think i will just get trd struts/shocks and springs...ill let you know if i like them...i also have s.techs sitting in my room ill decide which i like better and sell the leftovers if anyone is interested

Jan 3, 2008 | 06:28 PM

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^ I have TRD springs on TRD shocks/struts. Great combo, you will love it. I love the way the ride feels now. It feels rock-solid and tight, not soft and bouncy and loose like the factory setup.

Jan 4, 2008 | 01:46 AM

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^^ thanks for the info....

Jan 5, 2008 | 03:29 AM

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not soft and bouncy and loose like the factory setup.

not sure about previous years, but factory in the 08 is not soft and bouncy at all. it feels quite similar to when i had neuspeed race springs (2" drop) on kyb agx shocks, which was pretty darn firm.