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This is why you MUST install Tanabe DF210 TDF185 lowering springs!!!

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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 10:20 PM
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NP, anytime! Awesome build on yours, impressive!
 
Old Apr 16, 2016 | 10:51 PM
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More pics of the Fit when I gave it a good wash!









Perfect day! Driving bliss on the roads of Amish country.
 
Old May 21, 2016 | 04:44 PM
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Lower angle pic, side profile.


Post your thoughts. So far on the Tanabe's for 12k miles and everything feels great. Not too much different from stock ride quality, just no body roll whatsoever!
 
Old Nov 24, 2016 | 12:56 PM
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I forgot if you mentioned tire size and how has the car been for rubbing and speed bumps etc. in the 12k miles?
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Old Nov 24, 2016 | 01:38 PM
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Thanks for asking. I run OEM tire size, Michelin Premier A/S 185 55r16. No rubbing. All is well. I'd only go 10mm spacers on the rear tires if you want it more flush with the fenders without rubbing.
 
Old Mar 22, 2018 | 04:08 PM
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These are awesome springs! I'll be selling mine as soon as I reach 20 posts.
 
Old Aug 17, 2018 | 01:55 PM
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Would koni yellows be a good fit with these springs as I feel my 2010 fit shocks are going out
 
Old Aug 17, 2018 | 06:18 PM
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do yellows fit on ge8's?

if not, koni orange may be your next best bet
 
Old Aug 17, 2018 | 06:20 PM
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looks like yellow's DO work, on ge8



http://store.redshiftmotorsports.com...ckset09fit.htm
 
Old Aug 18, 2018 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by paulski
These are awesome springs! I'll be selling mine as soon as I reach 20 posts.
let us know how it holds up after a seaons in ur salty winter. i had tanabe DF a while back on my GD and as with junk tein's the paint cracked off in no time after salt exposure.

swift, eibach, other euro springs no issue.
 
Old Nov 1, 2018 | 06:33 AM
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Sorry to revive an old thread, I just purchased a set of DF 210s for a 2015. Has anyone actually install these themselves? I got a really good deal on a set of four on eBay, slightly used for 100 bucks. Wondering if anyone’s had any issues in the snow, rubbing, or any other problems? I used to be a master tech at Harley Davidson so I think I can handle the job, just wondering if I need to use the spring compressor on the front strut or if I can just unbolt it. Any other information is helpful
 

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Old Nov 1, 2018 | 06:37 AM
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Also, did anyone cut or use shorter bumpers on the rear? And does anyone have any issues with automatic car washes?
 
Old Nov 1, 2018 | 12:11 PM
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Mikey,

When doing my lowering springs, on the 1st strut we did use a spring compressor out of habit. When we noticed there was virtually no tension, we rolled the dice and skipped the spring compressor on the 2nd strut .... and I'm happy to report that I still have both eye balls, and all my limbs intact. An impact gun helps, I'm sure you already own one

You'll get mixed answers on cutting the bump stops, I followed the manual and did trim off 1.5 inch.

https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1401168







Car wash = YMMV (not all car washes are created equal)
 

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