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Tien S-tecs installed yesterday!!!

Old Dec 7, 2005 | 02:07 PM
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Default Tien S-tecs installed yesterday!!!

And I luv it....
Im still on stock 17's for now. What a dramatic improvement in looks and driving.
ahhhhh.... Just thought Id share.
-Drew
Old Dec 7, 2005 | 02:15 PM
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You know pics are going to be asked for.. I dont care.. but I'll beat everyone to the punch
Old Dec 7, 2005 | 03:30 PM
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And I luv it....
Im still on stock 17's for now. What a dramatic improvement in looks and driving.
ahhhhh.... Just thought Id share.
-Drew
How's the ride? Is it much more better than the stock? I know there's a difference. Just wanna know. I'm thinking of getting one.
Old Dec 7, 2005 | 07:49 PM
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Get ready to purchase a camber kit soon.
Old Dec 7, 2005 | 09:06 PM
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Get ready to purchase a camber kit soon.
What's a camber kit by the way?
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 12:32 AM
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Allows you to adjust the camber on your car so your tires don't wear out as quickly.
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 02:32 AM
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Moved.
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 02:38 AM
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Ill take some pics tomorrow after work...
I had the springs installed and a four wheel alignment done.
Theres some camber in the back...but not too bad. shouldnt cause any serious issues.
The ride is great...I think its just as smooth as stock with a MUCH tighter feel.
I highly recomend them. And the drop is just perfect
-Drew
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 04:45 AM
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I have 18 inch rims ... I'm afraid that if I have it installed, my tires might rub against the fender line, especially when driving fast over a dip with a heavy load.
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 07:28 PM
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If yo uget the right width and offset you shouldny have any problems.
I have a set of used Kahn Rs-r's I picked up that are 18x8 ( maybe 8.5 )
witha 35 offset. I may toss em on to see how they work.
One needs to be repainted though. I got a great deal on em and you cant get them anymore. They are made in Italy and designed in England.
I like bein all special and stuff!!!
-Drew
Old Dec 8, 2005 | 07:34 PM
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I have a pic of S Techs on my car. Click my sig to see.

Camber isnt that bad. I put my car on the track three times for Grip/Drift and I just bought a set of new tires. If you're like me and love curves you will run through tires like crazy.

I plan on getting Tein SS-P soon. The S Techs are nice though. It sits just right.

-David
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 12:15 AM
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imo, camber kit is not needed. i just had my car aligned on s techs. i also have 18's and adjustments were very minimal.
Old Dec 12, 2005 | 09:29 PM
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Here come the pics...
Old Dec 12, 2005 | 09:29 PM
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 09:32 PM
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 09:36 PM
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Sorry... but I luv this pic....
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