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Old Apr 13, 2005 | 02:50 PM
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Any brand recommendations ? Are all created equal ?
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 02:58 PM
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I've seen alot of people going with Goldlines and Tein.... You first should figure out how much of a drop you want and then go for the brand that has what your looking for.
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1.5 to 2" nothing drastic
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:03 PM
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i would say go for gold line then it gives an over all 2" drop and its nice..... u can get them for about $150 from scionspecialist tell him Jr from utah sent u.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:04 PM
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I'm using TOM'S lowering springs but if I have to change 'em, I'd go with the Tanabes.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:07 PM
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What brands should be avoided?
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:11 PM
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E-Bay brands....... most of the time......

Heres his site check out waht he has.

http://www.scionspecialties.com/

i have gold line and i was surprisingly thrilde when i sow the ride drop.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:17 PM
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Thanks!

Are the springs easy to install?
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:21 PM
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OMG!!!!!!!!! yes there is even a wright up on the tech section of this site. i did it and i have never ever taken anything majer of the car like the springs and struts... i have only gone as fare as changing the oil. but this was so easy i gave it a go. so u should have no problems..... trust me to when i say Gold Line give the best drop overall. IMO.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:42 PM
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Thanks again, the tech section is pretty good. Was going to check spring reviews but it's closed right now. I appreciate the input.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 03:53 PM
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I can sell the Gold line coils for $128.70 on the XB
800-420-5060 EXT 228
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 04:14 PM
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SOLD! Thanks Jimmy
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 05:32 PM
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I like my TRD springs, but then again, what ever you like.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 06:26 PM
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For the best drop and better handling in the corners, I would recomend the RS*R springs hands down!! Even loaded down with all kind sof stuff and people, my car never sags with the RS*R springs on! 2 in drop with no problems, at all! :D
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 09:19 PM
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Goldlines or Tanabes, when you look at quality, drop, and price, followed by TEIN. Just my opinion. I would rather have coilovers.
Old Apr 13, 2005 | 09:30 PM
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tanabe's here .. will do air bags or hydros next.. but tanabes has a nice drop.
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