TLDude876

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I really don't understand. Dont you have to screw the entire red lower section for it to go up or down?

mrlal8

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Yes the entire red section has to move but you can do it without taking the bolt off. It will take some effort tho u will keep having to rotate the red part clockwise n counterclockwise until I get the drop u want. I feel like it's much easier than taking the dam bolt off. If you have an air tool then yes taking the bolt off will make adjusting height easier. I will try to take a video when mp built installs my camber kit. Before that I'm trying to get some opinions if I shud do a 0.25 inch more drop front n back. Look a the pics 2 posts up n lemme know what u think. I want a drop like the type s pic I posted haha

TLDude876

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0.2 in the front an 0.25 in the rear? I dont like when the rear is higher than the front. I dont see how it is possible to move the red section if it held in the by the bolt. I think you mean you turn the threaded section.

mrlal8

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Yes when u said red I assumed u meant the red threaded portion...the part where the ring tightens onto. Watch the video I posted last page it'll make things clear. It goes loosen ring, adjust threaded part then tighten ring.

TLDude876

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But once installed there is a bolt thru the bottom red section. I don't see how that can move with a bolt through it.

BTW I agree with you man, finding the correct drop is such a pain. I'll raise it up then I'm like nah I want it lower then I'm like nah its too low

mrlal8

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i had the same questions as you about the bolt. But somehow my installer is able to adjust the height without taking the bolt off so i dunno what to tell u man. Ill pay close attention next time

mrlal8

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This is what he just texted me. "Just rotate the shock body, just loosen the bronze colar bolt. as long as theres not too much preload on the spring you wil be fine"

jwr0ng626

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the bottom red section DOESNT turn.... ur turning the treaded part...

1st - loosen locking collar
2nd - turn treaded portion clockwise (DOWN), counterclockwise (UP)
3rd - measure, then re-lock collar

you dont have to touch the red portion at all

and I would say just lower 1/4 - 1/2" in rear only.

TLDude876

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^ I got it thanks.

mrlal8

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I know a 15 mm spacer will be fine for the front but what you guys thinks a 25mm spacer for the back would be fine?

DeathMetal

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That drop is fucking HOOOOOOOOTTTT.

Can't wait for mine to get here!

kevinballer08

Just a question for anyone: Am I going to have to get the type-2's for the dampening adjustment if I'm going to run bigger and wider wheels?

DeathMetal

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It's a personal preference, but you're kind of throwing a blanket statement out there. The tire brand, type, and size will dictate comfort, but in large part the coilovers will make up the glut of the roadfeel.

I went with the Type IIs to be safe.

mrlal8

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thanks DM im waiting to see your rims and the drop as well

kevin the type 1's are very comfortable. Dont know if you want to go with type 2's but i am more than satisfied with the type 1's



got my rear camber kit installed today and also dropped it 0.25 inches...will post new pics after a car wash

kevinballer08

Thank you both DM and mrlal for the feedback. I'm still debating on type 1's or type 2's. Won't be changing wheels for at least 2 years or so. I'm thinking of going 18x9 with Toyo Proxes.

mrlal8

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Was parked next to an interesting slammed car today lol so I decided to take some pics. I'm dropped a good amount over 2 inches now probably 2.5 and this scions side skirt was basically on the ground

jwr0ng626

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his stockies r ugly lol

mrlal8

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I was confused when I saw the car LMaooo there were atleast 25 stickers on the windshield and throughout the interior

The cars not my taste but the drops impressive I want to be that low lol But the front bottom of my lip has taken some damage already...good thing I can't see it unless less I'm looking under the car

CaliWowie

car looks good man..

Did you install just the coil overs...or did you replace or upgrade any other suspension points like bushings or top hats??

If you did or anybody wants to recomend ordering other parts that should be installed when doing coil overs, let me know! Please!! I NEED to install them soon!

mrlal8

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i installed just the coilovers and a camber kit. when replacing the camber kit, my stock ones were rusted in the middle and seized so had to get it sawed off

TLDude876

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These come with top hats built in. Apart from the coilover, the only other thing you'll need to install is the camber kit if you have it.

LostSol

Thanks to the input on this thread, as well as input from Marcus, I ordered my Type 1's last night! Cant wait to get them.

Your car looks so sick so low mrlal8, I wonder if spacing your rims would make them look less....squished?

CaliWowie

This thread is in my top favorite threads ever, posibly number one...soooo much great info and suggestions and opinions...

Thanks mrlal8 for taking ur time and posting ur experiance on here!

bLaCk iCe

just order HT spec TYPE-1....hope to slam my car soon

KiNG07

just ordered my type-1's too!! .. btw your car is SEXY!

saiwahhh

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been waiting for my type 1s since mid march =(

looking at OP's car makes me sad. i want my coilovers!!

thegreatemperor

Looks awesome!

LostSol

GOOD GOD! Mid march???

Did you get a shipping date at least?

saiwahhh

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been back ordered lol. i JUST got an email yesterday.. should ship by 4/8-4/10. so that means.. should get it a month after ordering? woo

thegreatemperor

The drop is gorgeous!

LostSol

Ok same ship date here, must be a rough wait for you!!

dolphinhead123

nice drops

mrlal8

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thanks man...i thought about spacers but would rather put the $230 into more aggressive rims







haha patience

mrlal8

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so i went to the firestone next to rutgers....

the dude didnt even know how to adjust the camber kit. He said everytime he adjusted the camber kit the TOE kept getting changed and not the camber...

This guys is a rookie tech or something...they told me to come in tomorrow for their master technician

i thought adjusting a camber kit was simple?

TLDude876

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That is why I dont go to firestone or ntb

mrlal8

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im hoping it was just cuz the guy is new. I am pretty sure my firestone back at home can easily set the camber to zero. I will try again here when their master tech is in.

I have 0 toe right now and 2.5 camber I have way too many exams this week so ill probably get this sorted out in a week. I havent noticed any abnormal tire wear surprisingly....

LostSol

So my next question.... to keep my stock suspension for winter or not? Did you ever see how high these could go? or just low low low

bLaCk iCe

keep your stock suspension ...just incase something happen to your coilover...i am keep mine...............i should get my ht type-1 by mid april....
drop comeing soon

bLaCk iCe

thanks man...got to love NBP....

mrlal8

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New pics on its way

soon to come...type s rear conversion
XLR8 v2 QUADS
and finally a CAR WASH