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JIC Magic FLT; Spring rates: 12kg/7kg
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TEIN SS; Spring Rates: 9kg/9kg
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39.53%
Megan; Spring rates: 12kg/8kg
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4.65%
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Old 06-27-07, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by 07IS350
What does the 12kg and 8kg mean?
Those are the spring rates. The higher the rate, the stiffer the ride will be, but the lower you can drop the ride height without bottoming out the suspension. Depending on preference and driving style, sometimes you may want stiffer front springs than rears, or vice versa.
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Old 06-28-07, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by OutlawsX
Honestly, $0. My car is the US test vehicle for the coilovers. I've tried Tein Coils and Eibach Springs for the IS. Have had multiple suspension setup in my previous FD and RX-8, this set rides pretty solid, so I know how a decent suspension would feel like.
Any pics of the HKS set up???
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Old 06-28-07, 04:35 PM
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Yeah I would like to see pics of the HKS coilovers themselves.
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Tanabe Pro Five is also out. I will be installing one very soon. I will post an update soon.
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What are the best coilovers for the IS350 to retain the stock ride and perhaps improve handling performance. My goal is to retain the stock ride and lower the car.
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Old 08-01-07, 08:01 PM
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Tein CS are the softest from what I have heard.
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Old 08-01-07, 08:22 PM
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Where is the best place to get the Tein CS coils from?
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Old 08-01-07, 09:49 PM
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www.L-tunedparts.com

They have by far and away the best pricing right now because they are having a group buy. they cost $1190 shipped.
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Thank you SincityIS, I appreciate it. Now, how do I go about ordering them in order to get the GB pricing?
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Old 08-02-07, 09:50 AM
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i think the GB on the Tein CS are over no? if it isnt you just type in the group buy code on the right side of your screen where your shopping cart is.
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Old 08-02-07, 10:12 AM
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I just called them and mentioned it.
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Thank you both for your help. Ill have to give them a call and see what they can do for me.
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I came home to find my Teins on my doorstep. I am getting them put on Saturday. I will post pics of my car then because I will have new wheels too.
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i chose the zeals function xs over the teins cs.
i was able to choose my own spring rates with the zeals

Im a happy camper and will post pics once i receive the zeal coils
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Originally Posted by sincityIS
www.L-tunedparts.com

They have by far and away the best pricing right now because they are having a group buy. they cost $1190 shipped.
How long is this GB going on for? Oops, I just noticed that this is an old thread
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