EddierRo

Are there any significant differences between coilovers made for the 2nd Gen GS and those made for the SC430? I remember a thread a while ago about being able to use GS coilovers on the SC430? Thanks

GammaLex

I might be wrong but I DONT think the can be used. The 2 cars weigh different and the suspension must be tuned for the 2 cars differently. One is a sedan and 1 is a drop top coupe they might bolt on but will have 2 very different spring rates and shock compression

CenterIsl

I think you might be confusing the 2nd generation of Tein CS coilovers, which are now called CST.

TLW

I'm using Tein CS from a GS and so far so good .

rominl

iTrader: (4)

technically they will fit, but coz' of the weight difference, etc... the car probably won't drive right

genearch (previous member) had the tein flex from gs on the sc430 for a long while, and he never felt right about the car until he switched to the tein cs for the sc430

EddierRo

I remember there was some discussion about spring rates.

Does your car feel "right" with GS coilovers?

Lexiss_sc430

iTrader: (2)

I would also like to know your opinion

How was the installlation?

TLW

For me i think its great. The ride is very smooth and corners very nicely. The install is a direct swap.

I was wondering if the spring rates would be an issue, but since I'm not a race car driver and cruise more than speed, they work well for me.

Pearlpower

iTrader: (2)

they fit but the spring rates are all off. search for a old thread of mine on this with Bilsteins

TLW

Dman is also on 2nd Gen GS coilovers ( Zeal FunctionZI) He could chime in also.


Lee,

What problems were you having with the spring rates?

KiPod

iTrader: (31)

Correct me if I am wrong but could you then use Tein Flex for a 2G GS? And if so, possibly use Tein springs for a SC to compensate for the incorrect spring rate? That is, if the springs mount on the shock the same way. Just a theory.