I just got myself a used 04 tsx today; and its time to start modding I've been reading this site for quite some time, and am looking for coilovers now. I'm considering the Tanabe Sustec Pro Type II and the Tein SS coilovers... I don't really track the car, and know the tanabe's will be closest to stock with a bit of performance enhancement, my concern is, if it has a low spring rate, will the car sag noticeably when there's a full 5 people in the car? i don't want to lower the car with only me in it, then have problems driving it around town with a full load...

Thanks

 

Then don't lower the car as much, all suspension compresses under load.

The rates on the Tanabe's are not *that* low, 8k/4k.

 

Exactly my thoughts... the Tanabes are still much firmer than the stock spring rates.