Question on Ride Comfort.....
#1
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Richmond, B.C., Canada
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Question on Ride Comfort.....
Question to those who have installed Tanabe DF210 or Pro-Kit springs either on their GD/GE FiTs; how does the ride comfort of the Tanabe DF210 compare to OEM?
Is the ride noticeably harsh or choppy espcially in rough roads?
Am leaning towards the DF210, but want to be sure of the ride. TIA.
Is the ride noticeably harsh or choppy espcially in rough roads?
Am leaning towards the DF210, but want to be sure of the ride. TIA.
#3
I have DF210 on my GD right now. I'd say very good springs overall. It's just a tiny bit stiffer and better control. I rocketed through the knight bridge on-ramp coming from marine drive today at 60-70km and i didn't bounce.
#5
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Yes Fitster, right now I still have OEM struts/shocks and springs. Why, do you advise against using the OEM struts/shocks on Tanabe DF210 or Eibach Pro-Kit springs?
#6
I used Eibach springs myself before & they're too soft for my taste. I don't know if that's any better on a GE though. Probably not, coz a lot of eibach springs for other models are like that too.
#8
Using OEM struts with my DF210 and so far it's ok. The other day while the car was on a hoist, I saw the oem struts up close and they look like s***. I know they're gonna wear out down the road and that's why a set of coilover is waiting in my storage room.
My suggestion would be, if you were only going to keep the car 60000km or less, springs and oem strut would be good enough. If keeping for long term, spend your money on a set of coilovers.
Hope that helps.
My suggestion would be, if you were only going to keep the car 60000km or less, springs and oem strut would be good enough. If keeping for long term, spend your money on a set of coilovers.
Hope that helps.
#9
If not u can also look for Mugen's setup if u got a bit more budget. Coilovers is just too harsh for street IMO.....
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#10
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Using OEM struts with my DF210 and so far it's ok. The other day while the car was on a hoist, I saw the oem struts up close and they look like s***. I know they're gonna wear out down the road and that's why a set of coilover is waiting in my storage room.
My suggestion would be, if you were only going to keep the car 60000km or less, springs and oem strut would be good enough. If keeping for long term, spend your money on a set of coilovers.
Hope that helps.
My suggestion would be, if you were only going to keep the car 60000km or less, springs and oem strut would be good enough. If keeping for long term, spend your money on a set of coilovers.
Hope that helps.
#11
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Richmond, B.C., Canada
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Thank you all for your comments, suggestions and sound advice.
Since I don't keep my cars for long, OEM struts with lowering springs is what I will do.
Now can anyone compare the ride between the DF210 and Pro-Kit? Which has a harder ride?
Since I don't keep my cars for long, OEM struts with lowering springs is what I will do.
Now can anyone compare the ride between the DF210 and Pro-Kit? Which has a harder ride?
#13
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Thanks again ACFit and everyone who contributed. Those photos look so good. I decided to go for the Tanabe DF210 springs.
Now, have to start looking for the right wheel and tire combo to go with SSM. Polished, silver, black w/ red lips, bronze????
Maybe I should stay with the OEM Sports wheels till I get tired of them.
Now, have to start looking for the right wheel and tire combo to go with SSM. Polished, silver, black w/ red lips, bronze????
Maybe I should stay with the OEM Sports wheels till I get tired of them.
Last edited by Benggolf; 04-26-2009 at 11:38 AM.
#14
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Location: Richmond, B.C., Canada
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Tanabe DF210 Springs
Finally, decided to bite the bullet and go with Tanabe DF210s.
The ride is noticeably stiffer than stock, but not in anyway uncomfortable.
On paved roads it feels very smooth and imparts good road feel. But once you go over any undulations and road patches, you will notice the difference. Overall, I am happy with the mod. Great ride, handling and cornering. You can take the corners with more speed and confidence.
Here are some before and after pictures.
Before
After
The ride is noticeably stiffer than stock, but not in anyway uncomfortable.
On paved roads it feels very smooth and imparts good road feel. But once you go over any undulations and road patches, you will notice the difference. Overall, I am happy with the mod. Great ride, handling and cornering. You can take the corners with more speed and confidence.
Here are some before and after pictures.
Before
After
Last edited by Benggolf; 05-13-2009 at 04:01 PM.
#16
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Yes, wheels/tires are next. Sure, I will appreciate that.
#17
Image In Motion - IIM - Skunk2 Racing - Sportmax - Greddy - Tanabe - Buddy Club
if u dont see anything u like there find the rim and let me know i can ask if my buddy can get them for you
if u dont see anything u like there find the rim and let me know i can ask if my buddy can get them for you
#18
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Image In Motion - IIM - Skunk2 Racing - Sportmax - Greddy - Tanabe - Buddy Club
if u dont see anything u like there find the rim and let me know i can ask if my buddy can get them for you
if u dont see anything u like there find the rim and let me know i can ask if my buddy can get them for you
#20
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Location: Richmond, B.C., Canada
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I used to have Works Emotion CR-Kai 16 x 7 wheels on my GD.
What are those wheels Aspires. Sorry can't see them too well.
Mind share your wheel & tire specs? TIA.
What are those wheels Aspires. Sorry can't see them too well.
Mind share your wheel & tire specs? TIA.
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