I am thinking about going with some new springs but not sure yet. What is the lowest kit made right now and how low does it go?


There is probably a million post just like this but hopefully you guys can still help

 

There are usually reviews in the parts section:

https://www.scionlife.com/parts/?sub=13

 

Tanabe DF 210 is the lowest coil spring kit. Drops the front 2.2" rear is 2". After the springs settle you might possibly get a little lower.

 

Sry, but nope.

the HKS SF5 springs are the lowest ones available.

 

Thanks for telling me because I didn't know that. Why aren't more people using them? What is the drop on them?

 

Someone just posted some pictures the other day. I think they got about a 2.5" drop. By spec they have almost the same drop as the Tanabe.

HKS SF5: 54mm (2.13") front / 57mm (2.24") rear
Tanabe DF210: 56mm (2.2") front / 51mm (2.0") rear

So the Tanabe should be lower in the front and the HKS in the rear. The HKS probably just settle a little bit more. And the lower rear probably gives the impression of a lower drop.

I would have considered the HKS SF5 for the wife's xB, but they were quite a bit more expensive and I couldn't find speed data or any user reviews. If they have a higher spring rate than the xB I probably wouldn't op for them though because of comfort. Then again, with more sag, they might not have a higher spring rate.

 

I'm the one with the HKS springs and I love them. The ride is great. The drop is more than the 210s. If you look at my profile, you will see how low it is and they were just put in 10 minute before. I'll get some updated photos up soon.

Boomster, I am here in phx and you can check out the drop anytime. just let me know, take it for a spin to check it out if you want.
Eric

 

You know it really appears that only the rear is lower. The front looks about the same as my wife's xB. It would be interesting to see two xBs parked next to each other with the same size tires and the different springs.

 

Keep in mind, those were taken right after they were put in. It has settled quite a bit. It tucks nicely. I will post recent ones asap.