TRC101

Hi Everyone,

I'm looking to see what the TL would look like with H&R sport springs. Looks like this will lower it by about 1.5"? Curious to see what this looks like before I pull the trigger.

Also, is this a challenging thing to install? Could I take it to my local garage, should I have the Acura dealer install it, or do I need to take it to some specialty shop? I live in MA if that matters.

Thanks,
Tim

HeartTLs

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Pete2010

My Car
https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-photograph-gallery-296/cbp-tl-progression-thread-completed-820055/
https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-photograph-gallery-296/ronjon-photoshoot-high-res-photos-782843/

JDWheelz

For some reason, i can't see photos in the links. What am i doing wrong. I'm a newbie - could it be due to my probationary status?

TRC101

OH SNAP! these look really NICE. I just ordered a set of RJ Lenends in Liquid Graphite. Definitely going to install the H&Rs. Seriously....these look SO NICE! Thanks for posting.

Mitch-S

How is the ride? Is it bouncy? And did you have to get a camber kit?

Pete2010

Don't think so - They're hosted on flickr - maybe if you're at work they block it?

Thanks - just put them back on now that we're into spring in the NE. I've got some XLR8 Coilovers as part of the groupbuy and they're on the way.


Not too bad - it's much improved over stock. Want to be able to dial in my drop better and better configure dampers. So I'm getting the XLR8 Coilovers - Probably installed in the next month or so.

Mitch-S

I'm looking at H&Rs website and I was wondering if the springs will fit FWD.

http://www.hrsprings.com/scripts/app...%20TL%20SH-AWD

Is it for AWD only?

Thanks.

njsimons

Man that pic is sweet.

aspecallday

+2 h&r springs give it a very clean drop

stinkysab

^^ Can anyone clarify that? Im thinking about going with springs.

dragonwang

The part number for FWD application is 50107-2.

audi_to_TL

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Check out my thread for pics of my car lowered on h&r springs

https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-photograph-gallery-296/my-2012-graphite-metallic-tech-elite-tl-851878/

stinkysab

^^How do you like the drop?

dragonwang

Ohhh man, today I had my mechanic friend install my H&R Sports on my 2010 TL SH-AWD. Personally, I feel the ride (without the drop) should've come stock from the factory. The springs for some reason is less jarring than stock springs, and it easily glides over dips on the fwy...

Mr Marco

Coil-overs FTW

Spend a little more and do it right.

stinkysab

Coilovers are nice to have, but h&r springs are are great alternative for people looking for a mild drop such as myself.

dragonwang

The H&Rs are perfect for me (perfect ride height and comfort) until the stock shocks give out...

Mr Marco

^Eventually you will need new struts. Anytime you run OEM struts at a limited stroke functionality will be sacrificed. If you just want your car to look cool, go ahead a get the H&R, Eibach, etc.

A true drop with an adjustable coil-over set up that is specifically engineered for your vehicle will improve the handling. Most lowering springs just create a bouncing/hopping nightmare on the street or track.

When you lower your car, you also lower the center of gravity. The goal is not to just look cool, but to reduce body roll, thus improving the handling. However, handling characteristics of the car are not only determined by the center of gravity. You also have to consider the dampening system, spring rate, condition of the road, side-walls of your tires, unsprung weight, tire grip, geometry of the suspension and so on.

There are a ton of aftermarket manufacturers coming up with different brands and types of coilovers. Coilovers are the best option because they are adjustable. You can adjust the right height and in some cases you can also adjust the dampening thus produce superb handling.

After all, who wants a car that is all show and no go.

justnspace

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^shocks not struts.

Mr Marco

^google+? How are things inside the NSA?

audi_to_TL

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The ride is great. My 3G TL was lowered on tein SS and was low... Very stiff but it handled great. The 4G stock ride is very comfortable and when lowering on the h&r spring the ride is almost unchanged. If you want the drop but do not want to compromise the ride this is the way to go.

BLACKURA_NY

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I had the H&Rs on both my 4Gs....car drove incredible

I will never put coilovers on my daily driver again.... unless i kept it at the highest setting....

06AMTL Gray Ghost

Hope you guys don't mind me intruding in the 4G section but I have a question and this seems like the right place. I'm getting ready to put some drop springs on my 3G TL and I want to make sure I'm getting the right springs. I want to drop it about 1.5" but I still want to retain as much of the comfort as possible as I drive 100 miles every day to work and back. Do the Tein S-Tech's result in a stiffer ride? Do the H&R Sports have a better quality ride? The price difference is about $50 so not that big a deal.

Pete2010

Our details of how the ride is from 3G to 4G probably won't relate well. You should check out the 3G section - there is a wealth of info over there. The 3G guys have modded their car in just about every way possible.

06AMTL Gray Ghost

Actually I was looking for a comparison between Tein and H&R springs to see what the opinions are on the ride quality not necessarily 3G compared to 4G. There doesn't seem to be much discussion of H&R springs in the 3G area.

dragonwang

If you ask me, I'd say go for German part!

Superalig

Love the rims, where are they from? Would the bolt pattern and offset fit an 3rd generation Tl (06)?

acu-fool

hwood386

That's with the H&R Sport springs installed? I just ordered mine. Is the 1" drop accurate or was it more than that?

leonthelion

Hi guys, i have a question i hope someone can answer on here. I have a 2011 tl sh awd and just purchased h&r SS that i will be installing next week. Im looking to buy 20x10 niche rims with a 35 mm offset and was wondering if these will fit without having to roll the fenders?? anybody running a similar setup?? any tips or input would help. Thanks

Im a new member and cant start threads etc just yet or i would ask in a new thread