New TL owner looking for a softer ride

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Old 12-15-2010, 07:44 PM
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New TL owner looking for a softer ride

I just picked up a 04 TL Base AT Trans and i am enjoying the car. But i am noticing the sporty touch of the car more small bumps and uneven road surfaces

Just put on a new set of Falken Ziex 245/45/17.

I would like to lower the car maybe 1" i was thinking of a Eibach pro kit. Not sure what the factory spring rates are. Im looking to get the more Luxurious smooth ride. can this be achieved with slightly softer spring rates?

Is there any struts that offer that soft smooth ride that can handle the slight drop?

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Old 12-16-2010, 07:59 AM
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1. If you lower the car it will ride worse.
2. Did you test drive it before you bought it? Certainly you would have noticed the ride.
3. Don't know of any aftermarket struts that will give you a more plush ride, sorry. You can try talking to Midas or a suspension/shock place like that and see what they can do.
Old 12-16-2010, 09:20 AM
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I am sure that coil overs with dampening system can ride pretty damn smooth. Probably smoother than stock.
Old 12-16-2010, 12:56 PM
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You don't want to go softer and lower. If you want softer, stay at the stock height and find a way.

'07-'08 base models have slightly softer springs.
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