To drop, or not to drop, that is the question

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Dec 3, 2006 | 10:12 PM

grossman42x

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To drop, or not to drop, that is the question

what do u guys have: drop or no drop

Dec 3, 2006 | 10:27 PM

enigmaos

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no drop at this time. I would definitely drop though.

Dec 4, 2006 | 07:59 AM

DeadLock

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I dont have a drop, the car looks ok, with the kit and the a spec wheels, but I wouldnt mind the look of the droped setup, only thing is I dont want a harsher ride.

I have been in my buddies a spec TL with the suspension, and it is noticably harsher, especially on bumps at higher speeds.

Dec 4, 2006 | 02:44 PM

octl

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No! Don't drop it! That way, only a few of us will be dropped, then we can keep all the chicks to ourselves

Dec 4, 2006 | 03:14 PM

dooky211

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Dropped!!!!

Dec 4, 2006 | 08:37 PM

K-Shawn

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Yeah.......you have to drop it.

Dec 4, 2006 | 08:58 PM

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drop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Dec 4, 2006 | 09:25 PM

Final

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Drop. Id do it for a stiffer suspension not just the drop though. I feel like my 6MT handles like a shopping cart sometimes

Dec 5, 2006 | 12:11 AM

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but then again ... isn't it that much harder to get by dips, speedbumps, etc. on the road?

Dec 5, 2006 | 12:27 AM

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The thought has been on my mind......maybe this thread can shed some light on the subject

Dec 5, 2006 | 03:13 AM

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Drop it!!!!

Dec 6, 2006 | 08:59 PM

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Slam it like K-Shawn...

Dec 6, 2006 | 09:28 PM

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I dropped my Passat 1.75" and it was nice looks wise .. ride was nice but the camber issues and tire & suspension wear were the factors that made me say no to dropping the TL.

Dec 7, 2006 | 01:23 PM

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if you drop and don't do a good alignment .... mean you're going to have tire wear and such... the KEY is to get your TOE fixed immediately...

Please refer to a very good thread about camber and it's effects on Honda vehicles... https://acurazine.com/forums/car-talk-5/motorcycle-vin-check-147290/

Dec 7, 2006 | 06:45 PM

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t0talacuratl

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Get some coilovers and drop it! Sure you get a harsher ride, but it will hold the road like a go-kart! I did it a 1.3" drop couple of months ago and didn't need a camber kit. I love it!

Dec 7, 2006 | 07:00 PM

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007TL-S

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don't drop! unless you don't mind tires cupping! and replacing them alot sooner , and don't mind bottoming out at times!

Dec 7, 2006 | 07:19 PM

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007TL-S: if he dropped it correctly with coilover or shocks and springs designed for a drop plus adding a camber kit and good alignment... he wouldn't have cupped tires EVER!!!

Dec 8, 2006 | 01:25 PM

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ililillilillilil

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to slam or not to slam,..that's the question.
drop is a must!!

Dec 11, 2006 | 10:01 AM

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I am thinking about dropping my TL. Who has the best equipment you think? Tein, Eibach, etc. Also, is it really that much difference between stock and 1" in the ride quality? If you have Tein SS does that mean you can switch back to stock if you want (I know it's adjustable)? Ride comfort is major issue here. I like the look, no doubt, but if it will feel like I hit a gravel pit just going over a few stones, then I def don't want that!

Dec 11, 2006 | 11:55 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by darksom1

Excelerate posted this useful comparison in another thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by Excelerate

The ride is firmer than stock but not stiff. If I were to make a scale of soft suspensions vs firmer suspensions on a scale of 1-10 (1 being OEM and 10 being the firmest) it would look like this. Again this is subjective so view it how you like:

OEM Suspension - 1
A-Spec Suspension - 3
Eibach Suspension - 3
Tanabe Pro S-OC Type II - 3
TEIN High Techs - 3
TEIN SS on softest setting - 3
H&R Sport - 4
TEIN SS-P on softest setting - 4
TEIN Basics - 5
TEIN S-Techs - 5
K Sports on softest setting - 6
TEIN SS on firmest setting - 6
TEIN SS-P on firmest setting - 7
K Sports on firmest setting - 9

Dec 13, 2006 | 12:21 AM

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InYoUrFaCe

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One word... drop.

Dec 13, 2006 | 02:53 PM

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TEIN SS, set an inch from the bottom

Dec 13, 2006 | 06:38 PM

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Here's a pic with Tein SS droped about 1.75 inches with 20's and the ride is little bite firmer the stock....with the setting on the dampeners.

Dec 13, 2006 | 06:48 PM

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darksom1

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Damn! That looks nayusty!!!

Imma be like that when I get low like LIL JOHN!

Dec 13, 2006 | 07:24 PM

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rodneyc77

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K-Shawn... that picture looks sick... I guess u have to be a moderator to get a crisp picture... lol...

Dec 13, 2006 | 07:37 PM

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K-Shawn

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rodneyc77

K-Shawn... that picture looks sick... I guess u have to be a moderator to get a crisp picture... lol...

LOL.......take it up with with El Padrino or local Photographer, it was cold that evening.

Kevin

Jan 21, 2007 | 06:11 PM

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damn, now that looks really good. i still cant believe that our cars can handle 20's. when i installed the rj inspyres 19's 8.5 i still thought i can go bigger. K-Shawn your setup looks sick!!!

im trying to figure out how to post pics, i hope you dont mind me posting a pic of my RJ TL NBP...

first i have to search the board on how to post pics lol its my first time.