Tein SS installed
04-05-2005, 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by xizor
nope, doing it all by hand. its not that hard, I took dzuy's advice from his edfc install to leave the bolt off the side bolsters for easy access.
224/40/18, so they fit a little better w/ the lower profile and tucked in a bit.
224/40/18, so they fit a little better w/ the lower profile and tucked in a bit.
you owe me scissor! jk
isn't the ride so much better?!?!
stock shocks + pro kits < tein coilovers.
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04-05-2005, 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by xizor
read dzuy's review, he said edfc is not worth it, and ride height is not going to be adjustable ever w/ a coilover setup
how adjustable is the SS?
the flex has 16 way adjustability and pillow balls.
i think that is the only diff.
i use to have mine set full soft - but it's too bouncy
that is relative of course.i have mine set of 12 front and rear now.
much nicer and tighter.
04-05-2005, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by dzuy
stock shocks + pro kits < tein coilovers.
Originally Posted by dzuy
how adjustable is the SS?
0/0 is bouncier than stock shocks 
Originally Posted by JTso
vwong, what's that small spray can next to the wrenches? I don't remember seeing that with my kit.
LannyM, did you get that spray can with your kit?
LannyM, did you get that spray can with your kit?
04-05-2005, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by vwong
Nope, not necessary. Just loosen the lower perch (the one just above the bottom mount, then grab on the entire shock body and rotate it. When you have reached your desired height, just tighten that lower perch and you're done. No need to disassemble anything. When I first installed the Flex, I just left them at the factory recommended height. When I got my wheels, I lowered it another 1/2" and I didn't have to disassemble anything.
I'll have to try that; even the tech from Tein didn't mention that you could lower that way.........
04-05-2005, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by JTso
vwong, what's that small spray can next to the wrenches? I don't remember seeing that with my kit.
LannyM, did you get that spray can with your kit?
LannyM, did you get that spray can with your kit?
No, I didn't get that either; I'll PM MrHeelToe..........
04-05-2005, 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by LannyM
No, I didn't get that either; I'll PM MrHeelToe..........
rust prrof spray.
i think it's time to spray mine according to dan,
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04-05-2005, 02:00 PM
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Originally Posted by LannyM
You're talking about this one?
04-05-2005, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by dzuy
mine came with it.
vwong - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
dzuy - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
JTso - ?? spec Flex (rust proof not included)
LannyM - US spec Flex (rust proof not included)
So JTso, what is your Flex? JDM spec or US spec?
04-05-2005, 02:04 PM
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When adjusting ride height on these coilovers, is there a way to make sure you are adjusting the height the same all the way around or the same height on both the front or both the rear?
Are there markers or tick marks on the threaded body that tell you how much you have raised or lowered your car? Or, do you just park on a level surface and measure your ride height from the ground to your body?
Are there markers or tick marks on the threaded body that tell you how much you have raised or lowered your car? Or, do you just park on a level surface and measure your ride height from the ground to your body?
04-05-2005, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by vwong
So now, we have the following:
vwong - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
dzuy - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
JTso - ?? spec Flex (rust proof not included)
LannyM - US spec Flex (rust proof not included)
So JTso, what is your Flex? JDM spec or US spec?
vwong - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
dzuy - JDM spec Flex (rust proof included)
JTso - ?? spec Flex (rust proof not included)
LannyM - US spec Flex (rust proof not included)
So JTso, what is your Flex? JDM spec or US spec?
dzuy + vwong = jdm pimps
too bad i have comptech parts huh?
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04-05-2005, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by TSX 3Pedal
When adjusting ride height on these coilovers, is there a way to make sure you are adjusting the height the same all the way around or the same height on both the front or both the rear?
Are there markers or tick marks on the threaded body that tell you how much you have raised or lowered your car? Or, do you just park on a level surface and measure your ride height from the ground to your body?
Are there markers or tick marks on the threaded body that tell you how much you have raised or lowered your car? Or, do you just park on a level surface and measure your ride height from the ground to your body?
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04-05-2005, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by dzuy
i'm pretty sure his is US spec, i think he was one of the first to order the flex w/ us specs.
dzuy + vwong = jdm pimps
too bad i have comptech parts huh?
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dzuy + vwong = jdm pimps
too bad i have comptech parts huh?
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I am going to install my EDFC this weekend.
04-06-2005, 08:08 PM
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Okay, got some info from Tein USA regarding the rust inhibitor.
Our Flex application do not come with a rust inhibitor spray due to DOT regulations in the US. However, some applications special ordered from Japan include this spray but not all. Thank you for you interest in Tein High Performance Suspension Products.
Best regards,
Sales
Best regards,
Sales
04-06-2005, 08:30 PM
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It's probably not DOT approved because it could act like a lubricant and might cause the lock nuts to loosen while you're driving. I think the chances of that are pretty small so the DOT is probably just overreacting... 
04-07-2005, 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by TSX 3Pedal
Hey xizor,
Why did you decide to go with the Tein SS instead of the Tein Flex?
Why did you decide to go with the Tein SS instead of the Tein Flex?
04-07-2005, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by xizor
mostly price, $400-500 difference with not too much difference in performance from the specs. w/ the flex you get stiffer spring rate, spring preload and pillowball mounts. i didn't want pillowball mounts, and the others I could live w/o including EDFC. maybe one day I'll upgrade to flex, but i'm very happy w/ my SS. the drop is very low if you choose and they're quite comfortable.
04-07-2005, 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by TSX 3Pedal
Earlier in the thread you said MrHeeltoe got you the Tein SS and some Hawk brake pads for $1000 shipped. How much would it have been if it was only the Tein SS that you ordered?
04-10-2005, 09:56 PM
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here's a couple more pics after a surpreme wash and wax. i got a mr clean autodry and the thing friggan rocks. clay barred and waxed w/ NXT. washed my wheels w/ eagle one wheel cleaner, even cleaned my exhaust tips w/ eagle one magic wadding polish. I think I spent ~10hrs in the last 2 days cleaning the thing inside and out. 
04-10-2005, 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by AlterZgo
That looks GREAT! Is that with the standard out of the box set height or did you lower it some more?
Originally Posted by JTso
Btw, what's with the skid mark on the pavement at the rear? did you do some stunt driving with your car?
Silly question... is there a left and right side for Tein coilovers? I didn't see it in the useless instructions, but now that I hear the A-SPEC and Koni's have a L and R I'm not so sure. Everything fit fine... please say no, or hopefully I was lucky.
04-10-2005, 11:14 PM
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looks way better now that it's lower.
congrats.
welcome to the tein club.
so when are you gonna join the 19 inch volk club and tein club, like vwong and me?
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congrats.
welcome to the tein club.
so when are you gonna join the 19 inch volk club and tein club, like vwong and me?
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04-10-2005, 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by xizor
Silly question... is there a left and right side for Tein coilovers? I didn't see it in the useless instructions, but now that I hear the A-SPEC and Koni's have a L and R I'm not so sure. Everything fit fine... please say no, or hopefully I was lucky.
04-10-2005, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by dzuy
so when are you gonna join the 19 inch volk club and tein club, like vwong and me?
04-11-2005, 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by xizor
Silly question... is there a left and right side for Tein coilovers? I didn't see it in the useless instructions, but now that I hear the A-SPEC and Koni's have a L and R I'm not so sure. Everything fit fine... please say no, or hopefully I was lucky.
04-11-2005, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by JTso
Yes, there is a left and right side for the front due to the upper mounting holes for the strut bar but not the rear.