I had some time to install the Tein s Tech springs I got off a member here. Other then the obvious lower stance, the springs actually ride nicer. They absorb the little bumps and cracks I drive over everyday. Those same bumps and cracks could really be felt with the OEM springs. Less with the TRD, but nice with the Tein s Tech.

Much easier to install then the TRD springs when it comes to the struts. Pretty much did it with one hand pushing down and the other tightening the bolt with my impact wrench.

Since I had everything apart I took a few extra minutes to undercoat the wheel wells black instead of the body color. Came out pretty clean. Also painted the aluminum exhaust pipe with heat paint black, to better hide it as well.

Much happiness!

What a difference!
TRD after they settled:


Tein s Tech settling/settled:

 

what did you use to paint the wheel wells? looking to do that myself

 

Black undercoat spray paint I bought at Auto zone for like 6 bucks. It's called "Dupli Color Undercoat sound eliminator something or another..."

 

Nice!

 

Glad to hear that the install was trouble free. How much more of a drop do the S Techs have over the TRD springs? Any comparison pics?

Thanks,

Andre

 

i think it's 1/2" deeper

 

cool... thanks!

 

enough dirt has accumulated in my wheel wells that they look black already. if you don't wanna paint, just wait for it to turn black. haha.

 

I added a few pics up above.

 

That looks great! Where did you get the sTechs, and how much were they? Where is the best place to get these springs cheap?

 

hmmm...

cool... thanks!

 

Were the springs the only thing you changed?

 

Yes I only changed the springs.

You can find them from some of the sponsors and also eBay, but I got these from a member.

{EDIT}
From the picture above, the Tein s Tech after install is about 3 1/4 from the lip of the wheel. After driving around today, the springs settled some and are now at the 3" mark.

They really do drive much better then OEM and better then the TRD. I get more looks with them as well. More people checking my car out today. Probably the stance and more sporty look the Tein springs provide.

 

I put on my Tein S Tech's on Tuesday, and i love them. the ride is better that factory, and looks good as hell to

 

I put my Tein S Techs on yesterday how long does it take the m to settle?

 

I put on about 150 miles in one day after the install, so I was guessing they settled.

 

glad you like the springs. they do ride a lot smoother then stock. i found out when i put on my stock springs to sell my xB

 

aah... finally someone who describes it well...

"Other then the obvious lower stance, the springs actually ride nicer. They absorb the little bumps and cracks I drive over everyday. Those same bumps and cracks could really be felt with the OEM springs. Less with the TRD, but nice with the Tein s Tech."

ok then... S tech it is....thanks n u r looking good definitely riding low...

 

As far as handling goes, how do the S Techs compare to other springs?

 

I notice less body roll with the Tein s Techs compared to the TRD springs. I feel more confident taking the same turn I take coming off the freeway.

I think a Progress sway bar will compliment these springs.