Undying Dreams

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I felt like that too actually but they were set way too soft, after adjustment, all better.

EATSLEEPRACE

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I have them that soft because of the horrible roads out here in the city, I have taken a ride in my friends TL on full stiff and I like it!.....the only complain I have is when my car is full of people ,which it never is.
Other than that still riding perfect after more than 1+ year....

I would categorize this as more of a comfort coilover than peformance but on full stiff is not bad at all.

TurboGSR96

I had Street Basics on my TSX, they were much less "floaty" then these but took bumps very harshly, these absolutely are easier over bumps then my TSX was, but in a way they feel softer then the stock stuff I just took off.

I saw a lot of people went with the base model bushings, I just reused my S bushings and I dont regret it one bit... like I said these are definitely soft enough already lol

TurboGSR96

I drove a 90 Lincoln LSC with factory airbags for a few years, it was floatier then that no BS

I hope lol I gotta pull the rear seat asap, I went down a concrete freeway and the expansion joint in the road was making me dizzy from the back bobbing up and down.

chexed

How do you guys think this compares to the BC BR coilovers? I'm debating between these two at the moment. I plan on daily driving and will probably not track my car. I don't plan on slamming my car as well.

rockstar143

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Tein is quality and a forgiving ride, slightly higher cost normally.
Everything else is more for track, slamming the car and a slightly harsher ride, usually a little cheaper too.

acuratls210

I purchased the Tein Street Advance Coilovers about 4 months ago for my 07 TL-S and I'm happy with them. Started off a little stiffer for my liking but after some adjusting I got it where I want. Also wanted to give Marcus at Heeltoe a big Thanks for the Awesome customer service and tips for installing these myself when I ran into a snag. Will definitely purchase from again soon, since Im in need of a J-pipe now.

OTT3R

These coilovers w/ Base bushings and Ingalls damper kit are on my short list for XMAS this year. Looking forward to getting them on the Acura in the spring!

hiphop23j

hmm wondering if i should go with these or basis for the nyc streets.

Excelerate

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They both will work great; it just depends on if you want damping adjustment (how soft or firm the ride is).

DWitis

Forgive me for my noob experience, I currently purchased a set of Tein Street Advance coils for my 05 acura TL. I'm waiting to install them after winter as my stockies are back on. I'm totally new to this and I'm wondering if my fellow acurazine members can point me in the right direction. I'm only looking to drop 1" all around as I'm getting new rims 19x8.5 front and 19x 9.5 rears. How do I know the correct setting to have an 1 inch drop all around? For example starting from the very bottom of the thread, should I measure 1" (from the bottom of the thread) for the front and 3/4" for the rears? Not trying to go too low cuz of crappy NYC roads. Any advice would be greatly appreciated !

Thanks in advance and hope to hear from you guys soon!

UA7meow

I think your best bet is installing the coilovers first and adjusting according. I adjusted my coilovers 4 different times until i got the drop i wanted.

sams24

Someone have pic maxxed out ??

Nmm555

Great thread! Thanks everyone!

Tannon

Maxed out?

zoostation

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Sweet ride New Bedford !

Did you install the coilovers or pay to have them done. I'm about 45 mins from NB but looking for a good shop to get my future suspension installed.

Did JNC do your headlights?

rockstar143

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Maxed out, camber adjusted though, nearly stock camber which raises the height slightly.

Undying Dreams

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Perfect!

rockstar143

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she aighttt

ej1serge

love that spoiler man, it looks great!

rockstar143

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Thanks, man!

skd2k1

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hey guys, I just ordered a set of these! I'd like the firmness setting to be similar to a stock type-s, how close to completely stiff do I need to set them? thanks.

Undying Dreams

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I'd start off at full soft and then go towards stiff about 20 clicks.

skd2k1

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awesome, thanks dude!

Undying Dreams

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You're welcome!

Keep in mind, the feel is subjective from person to person, so what I think is similar to OEM may be different to you.

That's the awesome part about coilovers! Test drive it before you button everything back up and adjust accordingly!

skd2k1

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yeah, that's good advice, but it's good to at least have that starting point. they're supposed to be delivered next wednesday...I can't wait!

Undying Dreams

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Awesome! I'm sure you'll love them!

rockstar143

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Mine are set to almost full soft and maxed out in the shock travel for almost 70k miles and 5 years and they still ride like a dream...recently had 4 full grown men in my car for a 70 mile trek over various terrain and they still ride perfectly.

skd2k1

iTrader: (1)

how soft would you say full soft is compared to a stock type-s or stock tl?

...that sounds kinda funny.

rockstar143

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Hmmm...well, I was only stock for 1 month, and I'm not friends with anyone with stock suspension since those aren't the type of people I like to associate with...

BUT, that said, I feel like it's comfortable in comparison to my S2000 and also to my fiancee's old 8th gen accord on h&r springs on stock shocks. Still rides phenomenally well.

and she sitting perfect!

skd2k1

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yeah, my current 4x4 status is embarrassing.

that actually gives me a pretty good idea, amazing that it can be so low and so comfy. awesome pic.

so excite.

rockstar143

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thank you, sir. I'm happy for you!

zoostation

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Rockstar - don't take this the wrong way.... but I get a boner every time I see pictures of your car. Outstanding.

yoks032rs

The way I learned how to adjustable shock dampening/rebound is set at full stiff.
turn knob clockwise until the last click[full stiff] and then go for a drive for a bit.

And when you come back turn knob counterclockwise until last click [full soft] and
then go for a drive, then you will have a better understanding how the car reacts
to full stiff and full soft. This is when you start to make the adjustments you like.

It does take time for these adj, but it's a good learning experience and knowledge.

Nyordrms

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where did u get ur top hats for 120 dollars?

i priced out what i need from acura parts from bruce and its 220 dollars, am i missing something??

robocam

Are there only two top hat options, this and the Type S? I just want to make sure I order the right parts for maximum comfort. I have an 06MT.

cust0mx

I think I got my top hats for about $120 as well. Here is the invoice

51621-S84-A01 WASHER, SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING $0.38
(Not Taxable) 4 $1.52 51631-SV7-004 RUBBER, SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING (SHOWA) $1.69
(Not Taxable) 8 $13.52 51675-SEP-A03 BASE, FR. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING $8.88
(Not Taxable) 2 $17.76 51685-SR0-004 PLATE, DUST COVER (SHOWA) $2.13
(Not Taxable) 4 $8.52 51686-SDA-A01 RUBBER, FR. SPRING MOUNTING $5.53
(Not Taxable) 2 $11.06 51689-SH3-004 PLATE, BUMP STOP (SHOWA) $4.31
(Not Taxable) 2 $8.62 51728-SR0-003 COLLAR, SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING (DUFFY STEEL PARTS) $0.61
(Not Taxable) 4 $2.44 52675-SEP-A02 BASE, RR. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING $19.72
(Not Taxable) 2 $39.44 52686-SDA-A01 RUBBER, RR. SPRING MOUNTING $4.57
(Not Taxable) 2 $9.14 52690-SG0-000 PLATE, BUMP STOP $0.78
(Not Taxable) 2 $1.56

STL TL

Those can't be stock exhaust tips..... are they?

CrispyCDN

For the guy's in winter climates, how to these fair in winter?

Future23

Hey guys I'm about to cash out on a set of these but 1st I wanted to know when is a camber kit necessary? Would I need it with a 2" drop? N what's da best set up for NY streets? Dont wanna feel every bump or pot hole.