Lowered 2010 with Tanabe DF120 Springs

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    Tanabe DF210s on stock 15" rims.
    This is 1 week after installation. Hoping springs settle more. Ride quality is decreased, noises from small bumps or dips are much louder but I'll deal with it, the car looks a lot better. Planning to move up to 18" wheels this summer.

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    Much thanks to @sfv41901 for installing!
     
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    Where did you get your install at and how much did they charge you?
     
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    Hit up @sfv41901 on the pm for install. He's awesome and installed mine.
     
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    Three months and 3,000 or so miles later and 100% satisfied with these springs.
     
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    I ordered[​IMG] 25 mm and I as well will be lowered on DF210…once I received my deliveries next week!
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    After the Drop and wheel spacers
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    here's a closer look to what the spacer does...(will update the fact wheel spec)
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    here's the back profile...
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    Does anyone have the DF210's on 17's?
     
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    lowered my prii with tanabe lowering spring last year and noticed today that the left side is more lowered that the right. About a half inch difference and I guess my suspension is failing. (n)
    I guess I have a reason to shop for coilovers. ;)
     
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    hmmm tanabe's....wouldn't that be cause for concern?...has anybody else experience that with the DF210's?
     
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    Yes. Those are 17 inch wheels on 215/45R17 tires
     
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    thanks for the response....looks great!
     
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    Mucho Bueno..yes yes yes @sfv41901 for installing!
     

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    Looks great!!
     
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    day 2...drop feels great...
     
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    Four months with the DF's and the new 18" TSWs, couldn't be happier. Now that it's finally warming up, mileage is back at 48 on average.