Coilovers: Post your opinions
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Here's the options (that I'm aware of...):
JIC Magic FLT-A2 -- A bit pricey, but everyone says they're good, and they definitely have a rep for good quality.
Tein SS/CS -- I know some people have the CS, anyone have the SS? I probably won't get EDFC, its a sweet gimmick, but I doubt I'll need it immediately.
Megan Racing -- Anyone have these? They advertise 4 inches! of drop. That's a lot.
HKS -- Haven't seen these online, but someone's sig has them...? HKS USA doesn't list them on their site though.
Tanabe -- Any news? Are they making any for the IS350?
Tom's ADVOX -- ...imported from japan for extra buckos.
Zeal (Endless) -- worth the money, like the Tom's?
Any other models I'm unaware of?
JIC Magic FLT-A2 -- A bit pricey, but everyone says they're good, and they definitely have a rep for good quality.
Tein SS/CS -- I know some people have the CS, anyone have the SS? I probably won't get EDFC, its a sweet gimmick, but I doubt I'll need it immediately.
Megan Racing -- Anyone have these? They advertise 4 inches! of drop. That's a lot.
HKS -- Haven't seen these online, but someone's sig has them...? HKS USA doesn't list them on their site though.
Tanabe -- Any news? Are they making any for the IS350?
Tom's ADVOX -- ...imported from japan for extra buckos.
Zeal (Endless) -- worth the money, like the Tom's?
Any other models I'm unaware of?
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TOM's advox $3,000
TOM's of Japan actually has a complete suspension upgrade kit http://www.l-tunedparts.com/model/st...d=113&cat_id=7
It's not just a gimmicky front and rear "strut-bar" for you coilover toting IS.
Zeal Coilovers, from the makers of ENDLESS bbk's, $2000
Both are hardcore Japanese tuner parts. A little pricey, but these brands are known for superior quality, yadi yada.
TOM's of Japan actually has a complete suspension upgrade kit http://www.l-tunedparts.com/model/st...d=113&cat_id=7
It's not just a gimmicky front and rear "strut-bar" for you coilover toting IS.
Zeal Coilovers, from the makers of ENDLESS bbk's, $2000
Both are hardcore Japanese tuner parts. A little pricey, but these brands are known for superior quality, yadi yada.
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I'm not sure how the ride is on an IS equipped with aftermarket coilovers..but I've been in many cars sporting coilovers, and the ride is usally rough- to extremely rough. I mean they might as well have converted the thing into a race car. If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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I'm not sure how the ride is on an IS equipped with aftermarket coilovers..but I've been in many cars sporting coilovers, and the ride is usally rough- to extremely rough. I mean they might as well have converted the thing into a race car. If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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Yea, I'd definitely rather not drop $2k+ on a set of coilovers, but there's some more reasonable options out there...Carson's GB on the CS was a good price, the Megan's are only $900, and I think I've seen the JICs for ~$1400...
A lot depends on the choice of coilover, I think: I've had friends with lowered e46 m3s, 240sx (yes, he later put an SR20 in it), and a mk3 jetta riding around on the bumpstops...and none of them had incredibly poor rides. You just have to find the right set for the job.
A lot depends on the choice of coilover, I think: I've had friends with lowered e46 m3s, 240sx (yes, he later put an SR20 in it), and a mk3 jetta riding around on the bumpstops...and none of them had incredibly poor rides. You just have to find the right set for the job.
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as listed above
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If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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I'm not sure how the ride is on an IS equipped with aftermarket coilovers..but I've been in many cars sporting coilovers, and the ride is usally rough- to extremely rough. I mean they might as well have converted the thing into a race car. If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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I'm not sure how the ride is on an IS equipped with aftermarket coilovers..but I've been in many cars sporting coilovers, and the ride is usally rough- to extremely rough. I mean they might as well have converted the thing into a race car. If you're not going to be tracking your car or not planning on appearing on magazines, a really nice set of springs are enough to improve road handling abilities, and give you that aggressive drop. Coilovers are not a sound bling bling investment, unless you're ok with shelling out that kind of money.
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Just to be sure you understand, though, I'm not talking about the standard suspension that the ISX50 comes with. Lexus offers a sport-tuned suspension in the sport package and X-package. If you knew that's what I meant, don't take it as an insult; I'm just clarifying. ![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
EDIT: I see that you have the sport package... so you most probably did know that. Nevermind then, heh.
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EDIT: I see that you have the sport package... so you most probably did know that. Nevermind then, heh.
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In a slightly different vein - If one of the top quality suspension manufacturers were to build a setup for the IS, would there be any takers? Top quality means Penske, Moton, or Ohlins. They would likely be around $6k. Anyone that serious?
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Go For The Jic....(i'm A Little Partial).. Yes Pricey But Worth There Weight In Gold (ok maybe not gold) but definitely worth it For The Ride.... Nothing Against Springs... But Obviously A Huge Price Difference... But Also A Huge Ride Difference... Just My $.02
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in general.. i dont' know much bout megan.. but you should really check out the stiffness of the spring and the damping of the coils. Do you want a 15kg/mm spring? or do you want more of 8kg/mm. If you don't care bout ride quality , go with the stiffest one~ if price is an issues get one that you feel is worth it for you~
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Yeah..give me a set of Ohlins, some ab-flug sway bars. and a T88 turbo. While you're at it you can set me up for a JGTC GT300 race. That is some serious cash for some serious products.