Megan EZ coilover install on 2001 GS300
03-06-11 | 05:19 AM
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Megan EZ coilover install on 2001 GS300
All,
Just finished installing my new Megan racing coilovers EZ. First off the quality of the units looks great. But with any install on a car that is 10 years old with all original parts, things don't want to come off that easily. It was definitely a marathon install over a day and a half. Bolts frozen with rust, broken bolts, part stores that don't carry any lexus parts. Ahh it is done now.
Not sure who sets the ride height out of the box, but it is WAY too low. I could not get the jack out from under the car! I had to raise the front by 2" to look right. I have the stock rims....for now
I have to get some miles on these and will report back how I like them. But from the test drive they feel more sporty with a bit of a harsher ride.
Thanks for everyone on this forum, I have received a lot of good information!
Jeff
Just finished installing my new Megan racing coilovers EZ. First off the quality of the units looks great. But with any install on a car that is 10 years old with all original parts, things don't want to come off that easily. It was definitely a marathon install over a day and a half. Bolts frozen with rust, broken bolts, part stores that don't carry any lexus parts. Ahh it is done now.
Not sure who sets the ride height out of the box, but it is WAY too low. I could not get the jack out from under the car! I had to raise the front by 2" to look right. I have the stock rims....for now
I have to get some miles on these and will report back how I like them. But from the test drive they feel more sporty with a bit of a harsher ride. Thanks for everyone on this forum, I have received a lot of good information!
Jeff
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03-19-11 | 12:47 PM
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Photos
All,
Here are some pictures of the car. I have it adjusted just about the way I want it. I had to make some minor adjustments to the passenger rear to raise it a bit. My goal was to lower it a bit from stock until I get some new wheels and tires.
Jeff
Here are some pictures of the car. I have it adjusted just about the way I want it. I had to make some minor adjustments to the passenger rear to raise it a bit. My goal was to lower it a bit from stock until I get some new wheels and tires.
Jeff
03-19-11 | 12:53 PM
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I have to say I really like the way the car drives with these. I currently have the coil overs set on 12 and they ride nice, maybe a bit soft with passengers in the back seat.
Be happy to answer any questions.
Jeff
Be happy to answer any questions.
Jeff
03-21-11 | 08:21 PM
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kool bro. just what i was look for. I got the same color combo and i was look for a pic with a small drop. Idk much about coilovers but from what i am hearing you could adjust the high and stiffness.
btw looks good. all u need is **** and rims and u set.
btw looks good. all u need is **** and rims and u set.
