levinboy

silva..r those adjustable koni's? Yes they are. Do you really need any other sort of adjustment on your suspension unless you are at the track all the time??? How many people on here with coilovers actually adjust their set up once they have it installed??? Personally i think a lot of people buy them just to say " I got coilovers" and never use the abilities that coilovers offer. Once they are installed and set then 90% of the time that is the setting that they remain in. I can appreciate the features that coilovers possess but most people never ever use them. you can fine tune your set up when you install them which you can also do to a degree with adjustable koni's/springs but from what i see on this forum is people impulse buying just so they can have a set of coilovers. most have the wrong spring rates, dampers incorrectly set then it rides too harsh too soft and then peeps get on here saying my car does this or this and want others to fix it for them. If you do not plan on going to the track and utilising coilovers to the best of their ability then just go with good adjustable struts and springs. You can achieve the same results with them as coilovers as far as set up goes cause you can adjust the dampers to suit ride quality. there is less to go wrong as you don't have to worry about pillow mounts flogging out, spring retainers moving or coming loose and changing ride height. Hell my sportivo set up on Kings and Koni's with some Whitline gear handled every bit as good as any car running on coilovers. I am a fan of using the right equipment for the right job. coilovers are not meant for street use and are more motorsport oriented hence the tuning ability so it you aren't using your car for motorsport all the time then why get them unless you want the "brag" factor of telling everyone that you have coilovers. don't mean to offend anyone but hate seeing people spend money on totally unnecessary items. First i would like to say thanks for all the help from everyone, greatly appreciated. Secondly, i agree with you 100% about the coilovers silva, after talking to friends and people with coilovers, i feel that for the use i want i will be going for the first option i was presented with, as i see it, it is the best for what i will be using them for, I havent heard any bad reports on the Konis or Kings and most importantly i believe it is a good price for a set up like this. Coilovers would be a nice thing to have but as you said most people get them for bragging points!!! As i am a P-plater with not enough money (because my insurance is so high!!!) i will be buying the kit later this year, thanks again for everyones help, its good to know that TOCOA members are always willing to help one another. Levinboy

Looking forward to hearing how they are, but i may just wait a bit and splurge and get Cusco Zero 2s!!! :D

Thanks alot mate really appreciate all the help from eveyone

I think you may have swayed me in the Teins direction Tayles!!! Im wondering if you know of anyone on here that has the super wagons so i can ask there opinion or are you running them??

Are the Tein coilovers good quality?? i dont want to have to replace them after 2-3yrs, are they Jap made or american??

That quote was from wholesale suspension. Maybe there prices have gone up

Im just not sure if coilovers will be good for everyday driving i hav been looking around the forum and there are so many different opinions i get confused!!! My budget for suspension is $2000 if that helps, if i was to get coilovers i would go for Cusco Zero 2

Hey guys, I need some advice....i got a quote on suspension parts for my 04 corolla, the guy recommended Koni sport shocks with King Springs performance coils, he quoted $1750 drive-in drive-out, supplied fitted and wheel aligned. I would like to know if this a good deal and if this package is a good one?? any other suggestions on what i should go for, steer away from etc. would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Levinboy

Nice setup mate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish i could do that with my Levin <_< If you dont mind me asking what was the total costs involved for the engine enhance?? Understand entirely if you dont want to say just an approximation would be alright. Thanks

Nice to see a 1ZZ givin tivos abit of a scare!!!! Great work mate really well engineered!!! Levins represent!!!

Mate that really sks a## but it happens too much these days seen it happen to an aston martin the owners face was white lucky the guy who did it stopped and waited!!!

I am looking in that exact range i just had a look at them and they are looking like my favourites

Hey guys just joined TOCOA, Thrilled to be able to have people to learn and share knowledge on the mighty Corolla. Here is my 04 Levin, planning on doing a few things to her!!! Currently i have put on RJR 16s shod with Michelin Pilots and an Alpine headunit with bluetooth handsfree and ipod connectivity. looking forward to meeting up with you guys down the track!!! :D Levinboy

Thanks alot guys ill be paying a visit to some part stores this weekendand compare their prices with each other Thanks for all the much needed help!!! Levinboy

Hey guys As i am a newbie im not to sure if this topic has been covered but ill ask anyway...I am in the market to convert my orginal corolla lights to HIDs. there are so many to choose from but some look abit rough, if anyone has any views or experience would greatly be appreciated. Thanks Levinboy