Noob to springs. Help.

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:22 pm

Hey guys, I'm planning on dropping my car from the stock springs. My question is; what is the most efficient way to drop the Gen 1 Lara, (what seems like 3 inches too high :roll:

) while not breaking the bank?

I'm guessing I have to go with springs, but does anyone recommend any specific brand that's cheap while still reliable?

Website · by **99BlackSandv6** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:35 pm

Eibach is great stuff. The drop is solid, usable, and looks nice.
I think TEIN looks a little too high in the back. As for COs,
they're expensive but to some it is worth it. K Sport has nice stuff
so does TEIN, JIC seems nice but I don't know about durability.

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:41 pm

What would you recommend for a drop?

by **.onetohate** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:48 pm

coilovers.. i went thru 3 different springs ( h-techs/s-techs/b&g) and with the way you seem rather critical about the wheel gap.. springs will probably not satisfy. good luck!

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:50 pm

I found these...

http://www.carparts.com/autoparts/ItemB ... 2410285598

by **SleeperSolara** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 1:48 pm

I got TEIN S-Tech right now.
They're ok lowerin' springs.
Right now i want my car lower, so coilovers are next on my list.

Website · by **99BlackSandv6** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 2:13 pm

I have the Eibachs you posted. They gave me about 1 3/4in. drop.
I like the gap and they still have plenty of room for suspension travel.
I do rub when my 18s are on though, but I haven't modified the
fenders yet though, so after that, probably very limited rub.
For waht you want, you should probably look at the Eibachs.
If you want more drop, go for some COs, but somewhere around
2in. drop should be fine.

by **JamesT** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 3:31 pm

For springs, I'd recommend Tein or Eibach - both are very reputable brands.

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 5:18 pm

Thanks for all the help guys.

I'm on stock wheels and springs now. So I'm guessing there's probably around a 3-4 inch gap right now. (correct me if i'm wrong)

I want a sporty look, one that I would be able to notice.
( ex. http://sr1.clublexus.com/gallery/data/5 ... Solara.jpg )

However, I do NOT want the ricer type look where the top of the wheel is hidden under the fender.
( ex. http://www.justplaintrick.com/projects/ ... lara01.jpg )

It looks to me that most springs lower the car less than 2 inches. If so, do I need coilovers to get the look I desire, OR would a 1 3/4 inch drop from springs do it?

Thanks again for all the help.

by **xan16** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 8:54 pm

Let me point you at this stickied thread:
Wheels on a Solara

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 9:18 pm

xan16 wrote:Let me point you at this stickied thread:
Wheels on a Solara

That doesn't really answer my question, but I appreciate the attempt.

by **JamesT** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 9:19 pm

You could also look into Ground Control Springs.

They're kinda like coilovers in that they are adjustable but they don't cost as much.

Website · by **99BlackSandv6** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 9:34 pm

GO with the Eibachs. :lol:

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 9:36 pm

99BlackSandv6 wrote:I'm gonna be looking for guys with these decals on their cars.
Maybe we'll get some new members on with this advertising too.
I like that we're reppin' the site. Makes me feel warm inside.

lol wrong thread?

by **SolaraMan7890** » Sun Feb 28, 2010 9:39 pm

JamesT wrote:You could also look into Ground Control Springs.

They're kinda like coilovers in that they are adjustable but they don't cost as much.

Do they give a bigger drop than regular springs?

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