FXTerrific Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 ^^^^ thanks for the info man! also, what are the stiffest springs out there for 5th gen legacy (or 4th gen as well, id they can work)?? other then ones listed in OP. anything up close to 300#? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 (edited) ^^^^ thanks for the info man! also, what are the stiffest springs out there for 5th gen legacy (or 4th gen as well, id they can work)?? other then ones listed in OP. anything up close to 300#? Nope, nothing close to 300. Stiffest published rate is RCE, and H&R is close to the same, maybe stiffer by butt comparison, but can't be verified because of lack of published numbers. Edited February 15, 2016 by GTEASER GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 ^^^^ thanks for the info man! also, what are the stiffest springs out there for 5th gen legacy (or 4th gen as well, id they can work)?? other then ones listed in OP. anything up close to 300#? Honestly, you will be better off running rce tarmac zeros. give miles a call and find out what he thinks. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vhtran Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 URGENT...! Hi guys, I am in the middle of swapping out the springs set and I made a little mistake. I forgot to mark one of the piece before I removed. Can any of you help me pointing to the right direction? I need to adjust that top piece to the correct setting. Thanks in advance. Vu P.s.: I removed both sides w/o marking them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 ^^ The tophat or the upper spring seat? GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vhtran Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 (edited) The top piece. Edited March 12, 2016 by vhtran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vhtran Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Alright...had everything done yesterday. So far so good, no random noise, also had the car aligned and new set of tires 245/40/18 (OEM wheel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainman Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Tein street basis coilovers..... yea/nay?? want more low than springs offer, and some adjustability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Tein street basis coilovers..... yea/nay?? want more low than springs offer, and some adjustability whitetiger doesn't like them but many here have used them with approval for the purpose of being low. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haruichi808 Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I just installed Megan ezStreets coils 650 around same price as twin basics but Megan comes with top hats as tein doesn't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Both the teins and Megan's and entry level coils for entry level needs. Nice thing about the teisn you are just adjusting height. Pretty much a set it and forget it coil. No complaints with mine and I yet I drove to Cali and to Conneticut. Plenty comfy for me, bouncy over the big stuff but otherwise town driving is pretty forgiving since rates are mild. 5/7 iirc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Both the teins and Megan's and entry level coils for entry level needs. Nice thing about the teisn you are just adjusting height. Pretty much a set it and forget it coil. No complaints with mine and I yet I drove to Cali and to Conneticut. Plenty comfy for me, bouncy over the big stuff but otherwise town driving is pretty forgiving since rates are mild. 5/7 iirc I think the rate is 5k/4k, so 280lb/225lb. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 The tein's are 6k/5k, or 340/280. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Random... Our coils will fit what year of foresters? Or will they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 (edited) Random... Our coils will fit what year of foresters? Or will they? Yessir, they will, direct bolt in except for front tophats/camber plates. The Forester uses WRX tophats. However, when putting Legacy coilovers in the Forester, it's going to be like a 3.0" to 3.5" drop all around even on the highest setting. On the Fozz, anything over 3.5" drop is going to be slammed, so the coilovers will have to be pretty close to the top. Edited March 22, 2016 by GTEASER GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainman Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I just installed Megan ezStreets coils 650 around same price as twin basics but Megan comes with top hats as tein doesn't Where was this at? Their website lists them at $899. For another $100 I could get front camber plates included and more adjustability.. And definitely want something that will be a little more forgiving, therefore the Tein is a no go then. Want a good mixture of driveability/ride without having to crush the wallet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Really? Top hats are like 30-45$ a piece. Not THAT big a deal to purchase on your own. You only need the fronts anyways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainman Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 So almost a wash, but also with more adjust ability. The street coils are "32 way adjustable" as opposed to not with the ezStreets. And as stated, the Megans are 7/6 vs 6/5. Just looking for input and advise here is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Well check out various vendors for tax season deals. Actaully.,,......TEIN Street Basis Coilover Kit; OEM Front Upper Mount; OEM Rear Upper Mount; Not EDFC Compatable SUBARU LEGACY http://thmotorsports.com/tein/tein-dampers-street-basis/gss9211ss2/i-1677965.aspx (Share from CM Browser) Doesn't get any better than that. 550shipped is a deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haruichi808 Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 My friend got them for me for 650 plus 130 shipping but maybe cause he has a shop he got a better price That's just what he charged me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhiaAddict Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 Well check out various vendors for tax season deals. Actaully.,,......TEIN Street Basis Coilover Kit; OEM Front Upper Mount; OEM Rear Upper Mount; Not EDFC Compatable SUBARU LEGACY http://thmotorsports.com/tein/tein-dampers-street-basis/gss9211ss2/i-1677965.aspx (Share from CM Browser) Doesn't get any better than that. 550shipped is a deal. Thanks for the link. I honestly was going to give the new Godspeed MonoMax a try. But the offer above is too good, new top hats included and free shipping. At max height the Teins provide a 1.4" drop up front and .4 out back according to the spec sheets. Just lower the rears a bit. Not looking for slammed. Thanks s2baru. Got pics with the new wheels yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxrider28 Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 (edited) Thanks for the link. I honestly was going to give the new Godspeed MonoMax a try. But the offer above is too good, new top hats included and free shipping. At max height the Teins provide a 1.4" drop up front and .4 out back according to the spec sheets. Just lower the rears a bit. Not looking for slammed. Thanks s2baru. Got pics with the new wheels yet? Guess you haven't heard/read yet http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5358254 Edited March 27, 2016 by foxrider28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 http://i991.photobucket.com/albums/af38/stu-nami/S2BARU/IMAG0829_zpslhx63jpo.jpg About the only pic I have with the hood still on. I won't ha e super nice wheels again for some time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhiaAddict Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 So with my new purchase of Tein basics and OEM tophats, does that mean I can take out whole OEM strut/spring assembly as one piece and just install the Teins/Oem tophats? Any advice on my upcoming install? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarang Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Any advice on my upcoming install? Just remove the rear lower control arms. You'll probably end up having to anyways so just get them out of the way and make it easier on yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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