Notices
Scion tC 1G Suspension & Handling Coilovers, Shocks, Airbags, Swaybars...

Buyers Guide: Scion tC Suspension

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:48 AM
  #141  
Aroddalobster's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 3,713
From: CA
Default

rear sway. front strut basically does jack squat but it makes the engine bay look nicer.
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:54 AM
  #142  
Sgarcia1129's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 22
From: Laguna Hills, CA
Default

ok cool thanks
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:14 AM
  #143  
sciontc313's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,554
From: Jacksonville, FL
Default

i recently bought the DC sports front bar used here in SL for $50 bux, its local anyway....

if i installed it by myself do i need to jack the whole front of my car or installed while on the ground... do i need to alignment after it installed? i dont want the bolts get dull by forcing it.. please help!
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:38 AM
  #144  
Ro_Ja's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 5,605
Default

Why would anyone tell you to jack the car up? All it does is connect the 2 strut towers. You aren't changing any part of the suspension that affects the alignment.
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:40 AM
  #145  
Aroddalobster's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 3,713
From: CA
Default

yeah, i've heard that you need to jack it up to make sure the towers are actually straight when you tighten down the bar... but seriously.. i doubt it. i didn't jack mine up, and i'm still doing fine, and i'm sure a load of people also did the same.
Old Apr 22, 2008 | 01:18 PM
  #146  
Ro_Ja's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 5,605
Default

The strut towers are part of the car's frame. It's ALWAYS straight. (unless you crash and the impact ripples the body, in that case it isn't)
Old Jun 4, 2008 | 11:53 AM
  #147  
Baron1C's Avatar
Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member

SL Member
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 89
From: Essex Junction, VT
Default

will the 05-06 TRD rear sway bar fit an 07? please pm me.
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 02:59 AM
  #148  
soccaplayindesi05's Avatar
Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 69
Default eibach

Hey, i have an 08 tC with a set of 18x7.5 rims. will i have to worry about rubbing if i put the eibach springs on?
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 03:00 AM
  #149  
Ro_Ja's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 5,605
Default

Nope.
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 03:01 AM
  #150  
soccaplayindesi05's Avatar
Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 69
Default

awesome. thanks
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 05:51 AM
  #151  
sciontc313's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,554
From: Jacksonville, FL
Default

im thinking getting progress springs the 1.8" drop, do you guys think it will rub on 18x8 wheels with 235/40/18 tires?? cuz i dont wanna have problem.... thanks!
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 05:59 AM
  #152  
Mr_Meaty's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 9,061
From: VEGAS BABY!
Default

what offset?
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 06:26 AM
  #153  
sciontc313's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,554
From: Jacksonville, FL
Default

+40 what i remember...
Old Jul 17, 2008 | 02:20 PM
  #154  
Mr_Meaty's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 9,061
From: VEGAS BABY!
Default

you should be good...
Old Jul 31, 2008 | 12:16 PM
  #155  
ack154's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
iTrader: (7)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 16,701
Default

If anyone has any additions or changes to this, please PM me.
Old Aug 16, 2008 | 02:32 AM
  #156  
tlk90's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 149
From: West Milford, NJ
Default

idk if this was answered since i didnt read every post in this topic but would u say TRD springs are a good choice if i dont want to lower too much and keep the ride somewhat smooth.
Old Aug 16, 2008 | 04:11 AM
  #157  
Mr_Meaty's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 9,061
From: VEGAS BABY!
Default

yeah...TRDs right GREAT!
Old Aug 16, 2008 | 02:55 PM
  #158  
tlk90's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 149
From: West Milford, NJ
Default

cool thanks...
Old Sep 11, 2008 | 05:10 PM
  #159  
phaserstudios's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 16
From: Dallas, TX
Default

Ok so I've read through the entire thread so i feel ok asking this question. I'm getting19x8 wheels and 225/35 tires. I do not care at all about improving performance. I want the most comfortable ride possible. I know the TRD is pretty comfortable and close to stock ride, or so i hear. But I would really like it a little lower than that. What is my best option for a smooth ride lower than TRD for fitting 19" wheels?
Old Sep 11, 2008 | 07:59 PM
  #160  
wingman57's Avatar
Senior Member
10 Year Member
5 Year Member
SL Member
 
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 292
Default

iv got tein s tech springs about to put on my tc.
will i need to camber them?



All times are GMT. The time now is 07:48 AM.