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Old Oct 22, 2005 | 07:39 AM
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i have tein s techs now, i'm looking to after winter upgrade to a coilover system for a lower drop but dont want a crappy ride. i have seen a few systems out there like hks, tanabe and tein, i just want to know what is the best for the money.
Old Oct 22, 2005 | 09:58 AM
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i have the tein basics i love them sucks the back doesnt get as low as front but still looks great
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thanks for the feedback, i was looking at those i was looking to spend between the super street and the basic price range.
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i would also like to knwo what everyone else has, im looking at the progressive coilovers that are coming out
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by FuN_b0x408
i have the tein basics i love them sucks the back doesnt get as low as front but still looks great
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Old Oct 24, 2005 | 05:41 PM
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bump - 'cause I'm interested, too!
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Box_Rod
Originally Posted by FuN_b0x408
i have the tein basics i love them sucks the back doesnt get as low as front but still looks great
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Old Oct 24, 2005 | 05:57 PM
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i need pics of full drop in the basics
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 06:11 PM
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Basics... full drop in rear, about 4-5 threads left in front:




Now, some people here have removed the bottom collar of the rear spring seat mounts to drop it even more. I haven't as... well, I've been lazy!

I enjoy the ride quality, I do recommend them.
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grr i need something lower . i think my tanabe springs are lower in the back but the front is all jacked up .
Old Oct 25, 2005 | 02:38 AM
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the basics don't look that low, i think my s techs are lower or the same height as that pic.
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