Sup guys, I have been doing some research on springs that I want to get. I don't track, just use it day to day getting from one place to another so I figured that springs are the best option.

I am going to also buy a tsunami kit for the car. I was wondering if you guys think that the Tein S-Techs are the best springs for me?

Also, which vendor should I talk to about getting them?

 

s-techs are basically the standard around here you should be fine with those
as far as where to get them i believe ebay has them cheapest.

 

Kool, then those r the ones Ima go with. Thanks bud.

 

no problem

 

S Techs FTW!!!

 

:D Noice!

 

you can find them on ebay for 175 with free shipping. Best price I can find.

 

Yeah you can get them on ebay for around $150.00 but shipping is $25.00, so $175.00 is a legit price.

 

Progress Tech Sport Springs are another option to look at, a moderate drop and the same spring rate.

We have it in stock for $175 shipped

Made in the USA so you won't be concerned of sagging over time.

 

Thanks I will check those out. Also I have another question. What do you guys mean by preloading the springs?

 

Progress makes great stuff but I put a set of these on last weekend and the drop is not low enough IMO. Preloading mean you don't fully tighten the A arm bolts once you put the car back on the ground. You drive a round for a few and then tighten them up. I even recommend preloading again after a week or so.

This is what the Progress springs look like after-wards.

 

If you are only concerned about looks then you are correct, some like a larger drop then what these springs provide. Most need to be aware that springs that drop the car too much can negatively affect the cars handling.

Lower isn't always better, Progress spent alot of time doing R&D to get the right spring for the car, it is a performance based spring.

In the end the customer should make a decision based on what is most important to them Looks or performance.

 

do not buy S-techs off Ebay; there are a TON of fake S-Tech springs out there.

 

Lol why didn't you drop the car all the way, the springs won't look like that.

 

I agree 100%. Progress stuff is great but so are the Teins. It's definitely a personal choice some are lower than others. personally I just think the Teins are the best of both worlds. Ideally aside from coilovers I think Teins S Techs and Koni Yellows are the perfect combo. But it all comes down to money and preference. But the deal on the Progress springs is amazing.

 

LOL! Dam that made me laugh.

U guys know how much installation usually runs?

 

Really varies. For me it costs nothing, I am glad to give a hand. But I would say around $400.00. FYI, the pic above was a friends car this weekend, we installed progress springs and he is very happy.

 

assaultech has them for 164 shipped with the coupon thats on their website

 

My friend said that I would need a spring decompressor to install them. Is this correct?

 

i thought its a spring compressor....

 

Yeah spring compressor. This is mine, got it at harbor freight for like $60.00. But we found out last weekend using it is a lot easier with air but its doable.


Or you can rent or buy these, they are very common.

 

I'd say get some rsr springs but their discontinued.

 

Ehh I dont like the s-techs anymore... too soft. Go with the Sprint springs

Also, it is pretty easy to install the springs, just set aside 6 hours (if you know what you're doing it only takes 2-3) and rent a compressor from autozone (its free). There is a DIY on here that explains it thoroughly. Also ask around in your area, im sure people would be glad to help.

 

+1 be careful from whom and where you buy.

This is a link from Tein about counter fitters-- It will help you differentiate the real from the fakes

http://www.tein.com/counterfeit/index.html

 

just buy em for other sites i got mine cheaper than the ones on ebay from a site look around youll find good deals on stechs