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ARNG-GTS
04-20-2008, 01:44 PM
hey. i just got back from a few months of Army training and i got some money i wanna spend. i got an '03 GT-S. i want to lower it. lookin to see what are some recommended kits/parts, brands, sites, get some prices, etc.

thanks for the help.

TRDoug
04-20-2008, 01:46 PM
Eibach Sportlines(drop 1.8"f/2.4"r) and KYB AGX(adjustable)

PaLng_CeLca
04-20-2008, 04:45 PM
simply tein basics full coilovers IMO. Just got mine installed 3 days ago, rides Amazing (stiff), adjustable. Paid 859.99 with shipping in ebay (kurumamotoring) reliable company.

ARNG-GTS
04-20-2008, 06:13 PM
Eibach Sportlines(drop 1.8"f/2.4"r) and KYB AGX(adjustable)

ok. how much for all that, and is that all you needed?

Reaver_GT
04-20-2008, 11:24 PM
If you drop it with the Sportlines I would probably look into camber links (I think that's what they're called) because you can only adjust the camber so much with whats on the Celica. Once you go so far, it's probably a good idea to get the links to avoid premature tire wear

Tylermurri4444
04-21-2008, 04:55 AM
I got the eibach pro springs. it only drops it about an inch in front and back. I wanted improved handeling while still leaving some ground clearence.

ARNG-GTS
04-21-2008, 06:09 AM
ok. last time i was around and was shopping for a kit, i THINK i figured that all i need were the springs, struts, and camber bolts/links. correct?

neological
04-21-2008, 07:06 AM
you don't need camber links - they are an utter waste of money. That keeps coming up recently and they are not useful and more expensive than crash bolts. You should be able to align your rear end properly with the eccentric bolts that come on the car.

the most popular shocks are KYB GR-2s (nonadjustable), KYB AGX or Koni Yellows (adjustable). the most popular springs seem to be Eibach Sportline/TRD, Tein S.Techs and Hotchkis.

ARNG-GTS
04-24-2008, 06:17 AM
anyone know if the TRD springs/struts are any good?

neological
04-24-2008, 07:29 AM
The TRD springs are Eibach sportlines. I believe the TRD struts are KYB GR-2s. Both are perfectly fine but you'll probably pay less for the non-rebranded parts.

theguy216
04-24-2008, 08:00 AM
Tokico makes a decent spring and shock package if your looking for a reasonable drop and decent handling on a budget.

neological
04-24-2008, 08:04 AM
meh, i'ts not any cheaper than buying springs and struts separately. the tokico blues aren't great for the celica anyway.

03GTSTRD
04-24-2008, 08:10 AM
The TRD springs are Eibach sportlines. I believe the TRD struts are KYB GR-2s. Both are perfectly fine but you'll probably pay less for the non-rebranded parts.

Actually the TRD springs are the Eibach Pro Kit. The sportlines are the lower drop of the 2 Eibach brands. I think the Eibach pro kit with the KYB GR-2s would be a nice setup for someone that wants a slight drop.

SilverGT5783
04-24-2008, 08:17 AM
What would be the best place to buy that setup?

hypnotik69
04-24-2008, 09:18 AM
ok. how much for all that, and is that all you needed?

Sportlines -224 shipped from mvpmotorsports.com and KYB AGX - 420 shipped from titanmotorsports.com

drewd
04-24-2008, 12:55 PM
^ Sportlines can be found a little cheaper I'm pretty sure.

But that titan deal looks great! I wonder how much the shipping is? I can just drive to their shop.

SilverGT5783
04-24-2008, 01:23 PM
nvm i just found a pretty good deal at sears plus i work there so i can get a discount.