Looks good lowered.

You need to cut half a coil off the front so that it will be even. You know all the cool kids cut springs so get on it. If you need the tools to cut it I have them.

 

Looks great! How stiff did you set it to? Can the fronts go to the lower perch?

 

Posting this on the new page

It's absolutely filthy but I can't tease anymore







I've put about 60 miles on the setup and I'm extremely enjoying it. My only gripe is that the car has a bit of a reverse rake; I'm hoping that with more time and mileage, the front will come down a bit and match the rears. It might be due to more negative camber in the rear compared to the front (-1.3 front, -1.8 rear) and also that the rear tires are more worn than the fronts, but I can't say for sure. Everything was preloaded before final tightening, but I'll most likely do the front again after breaking in the shocks a bit more. I'm very much an aesthetic person so this is really bugging me

 

Thanks Jason! Cutting springs?! Shieetttt. I'll wait to see if the fronts settle more first Plus I can lower the Konis to the second perch if needed.

Thank you! Damping is set right in the middle considering my commute is 36 miles one-way. Yep, the fronts can go to the lower perch if needed. Both front and rear are currently on the top perch.

 

There are three perches right?

 

Nope, just two.

 

did you cut your springs?

 

Then yeah I would lower the front to the second one. I don't think you are going to get that much settle out of the springs.

 

very clean. I like it

 

Looks great man!

 

Wow, that looks pretty!!

 

Looks great! I didn't notice the rake but being completely OCD with things too it'd drive me nuts.

 

Super clean. I need a S2K in my life.

 

No



Thank you!

Thank you gentlemen!

It's more noticeable in person We'll see what happens!

Yes you do

 

So, we cutting the springs this weekend?

 

 

Sorry for the low-res pictures in this post

Good news! A few local S2k guys assisted in preloading my suspension bushings and the drop evened out. It's noticeably lower and rides even better! These Konis are effing amazing.



The previous owner had the headlights restored but the finish was starting to show its age. I met up with a local detailer and he worked nearly 2.5 hours removing the old coating, cleaning these up, and putting a new sealant on.



They look brand new!



Finally, these will be installed tomorrow



Another piece was ordered today and should be here Tuesday

 

With the suspension and those tires its going to be a whole new car hitting the twisites

How much did it run you to do the headlights if you don't mind me asking? I need to have the lights on the V done at some point and Megan's TSX needs the lights done as they are completely hazed up.

Oh and the drop looks so perfect now that it is evened out.

 

Looks amazing! I'm glad you're enjoying the suspension setup man .. Espelir / Koni FTMFW!

Enjoy the PSS too ... you gettin' all done up

 

$50 for the headlights Search "Nick's Auto Salon" on Facebook. He's super nice and does an amazing job. I had the headlights redone on the Elantra last summer and they still look new.

Thank you Tyler! I'm thrilled with this setup and couldn't have done it without you

 

50 bucks ?!? That's stupid cheap!

 

He's a local college student who does detailing on the side. I was skeptical at first but he's incredibly talented and thorough. I'm taking the Tacoma to him for a paint correction eventually.

 

Hells to the yes on all the updates!

 

Thank you! I'm really excited for everything coming together

 

What does he coat the headlights with?

 

Optimum Opti-Lens. It's like $60 for a tiny syringe Optimum Opti-Lens Permanent Headlight Coating, headlight coatings protectants

Nick puts a lifetime guarantee on it, so if it were to fail, you just bring him the car and he'll do it again.

 

Fuck, that's a great deal for opti-lens too!! Brb, gonna take off my headlights and fly them across the country

 

Nice I am going to get both cars done then.

 

Hell yeah

 

The suspension looks much better! The car is coming along nice.

 

Super nice penguin sleigh!

 

Thanks Adam! Slowly but surely How's the Focus doing?

Thank you J I'm trying to get on your level!

 

Nicely done. It's really coming along.

 

Thank you Tim! Truly appreciated

I've never been one to rush into modding, I like to strategically plan things out, but I'm extremely excited for the recent (and upcoming ) additions. I'm sticking to an OEM+ approach so there isn't too much more I want to do. I'm sure eventually I'll do aftermarket wheels, but I'm in no hurry

With the weather not cooperating yesterday morning, I ended up taking the Tacoma to work. Tires are now scheduled to be installed on Monday.

 

LOVE the upgrades buddy!!!! Now for that CF steering wheel.

 

The Focus is doing well. Once my new wheels arrive, I'll pretty much be done with it. I made a very big purchase on Friday and I now have something else to start modding.

 

Thanks Gus! Hell yeah, that would be suhweeeeet I'm sure it'll happen eventually

Awwww yeah

 

New tires are on I've never had anything other than all-seasons, so naturally I think these are absolutely amazing

The pictures didn't turn out as well I was hoping

 

Some 15mm/17mm spacers and you're set Seeing your car makes me want to throw my OEM wheels on

 

Tyler has finally experienced life You picked a damn good tire to be your first non all season tire too.

The last picture is good.