Scion FRS RS 1.0

[trinxified]

Originally Posted by Canibalistik

Actually, I'd be installing them so that price of install on their site wouldn't be a part of that, plus I get them at cost plus 10% as an employee of SET (South East Toyota). Less drop...Eibach is usually just spring kit, this TRD set up comes with drop springs AND what look to be adjustable coil-overs! There is no way Eibach's drop would touch that if they are what they look like. ALSO, on another note...QUALITY?! I mean...was the car designed by Eibach?! lol No offense, but not a lot of aftermarket products, penny for penny would touch the actual TRD factory/aftermarket.

I had two 7th gen. Celica's years ago and both ended up with TRD Kazuma Exhausts...they were amazing, quality and an exhaust note unmatched by others.

I very much doubt it's adjustable coilovers at that price point. If it is, I'd be scared of the quality.

For TRD springs, I'm sure it's good, especially if you're paying much less. I'd do it too if it's around the same price as Eibachs.

As for quality... Eibach is top-notch in terms of quality and reputation with suspensions. So, yeah.

[Canibalistik]

I've used Eibach in the past...I never said they weren't top notch, I just mentioned that TRD was a very solid product to go with, specially after using them in the past (exhausts, not springs however).

Anyhow, does the pro Eibach come with the strut/shock replacements or just the springs?



As you can see...those are CLEARLY adjustable (notches in adjuster and lock rings). Feelings on em?

[MrAmalto]

I personally have no experience with the TRD suspension butbased on my experience in general with TRD and other 'OEM+' aftermarket solutions, they aren't worth it. They're usually reliable decent performing parts that look pretty good but they charge twice the price compared to parts of similar performance/quality since they can get away with it because they're affiliated with the OEM.

I mean if you're willing to fork out the extra dough for the image go for it, I probably would for more than a few things if I could afford it, but know that you aren't getting the best bang for your buck.

[Mikey2style]

Should one pre-order or wait and hopefully get it for cheaper? Just wanna know everyone's opinion. I have one pre-ordered.

[Mr. Banana]

Originally Posted by Mikey2style

Should one pre-order or wait and hopefully get it for cheaper? Just wanna know everyone's opinion. I have one pre-ordered.

If by pre-order, you mean special ordering the vehicle opposed to picking one up after the dealer sits on the stock unit... Then I'd rather pre-order just so that I can have the chance to make sure the dealer doesn't wash up the exterior paint and add swirls... Also so that they don't drill the front for the plates. Limiting the miles on the ODO (from test drives) and fueling up with less than premium fuel being a reason as well. I'm very OCD, what can I say?

From my observance, the only way the dealer would discount a Scion is if it has been sitting on their lot for a while... With the exception of applying the military or college grad discount in advance upon your order, if you qualify. Feel free to correct me anyone.

I'd stick to your pre-order... Congrats, Mikey.

[Mikey2style]

Originally Posted by Mr. Banana

If by pre-order, you mean special ordering the vehicle opposed to picking one up after the dealer sits on the stock unit... Then I'd rather pre-order just so that I can have the chance to make sure the dealer doesn't wash up the exterior paint and add swirls... Also so that they don't drill the front for the plates. Limiting the miles on the ODO (from test drives) and fueling up with less than premium fuel being a reason as well. I'm very OCD, what can I say?

From my observance, the only way the dealer would discount a Scion is if it has been sitting on their lot for a while... With the exception of applying the military or college grad discount in advance upon your order, if you qualify. Feel free to correct me anyone.

I'd stick to your pre-order... Congrats, Mikey.

Thanks, your post makes me feel better about pre-ordering. I didn't even think about all that; this is my first new car I'm purchasing from a dealer.
I'm probably just as OCD.

[Cyau]

Originally Posted by Canibalistik

I've used Eibach in the past...I never said they weren't top notch, I just mentioned that TRD was a very solid product to go with, specially after using them in the past (exhausts, not springs however).

Anyhow, does the pro Eibach come with the strut/shock replacements or just the springs?



As you can see...those are CLEARLY adjustable (notches in adjuster and lock rings). Feelings on em?

The picture you posted are the JDM TRD coilovers. The FRS 1.0 does not come with those.

Instead, the FRS 1.0 comes with USDM TRD lowering springs, WHICH are made by Eibach.

Sorry buddy, at $30,000 it will not be enough to cover the JDM coilovers. =[

[carbonBLUE]

Originally Posted by Canibalistik

Actually, I'd be installing them so that price of install on their site wouldn't be a part of that, plus I get them at cost plus 10% as an employee of SET (South East Toyota). Less drop...Eibach is usually just spring kit, this TRD set up comes with drop springs AND what look to be adjustable coil-overs! There is no way Eibach's drop would touch that if they are what they look like. ALSO, on another note...QUALITY?! I mean...was the car designed by Eibach?! lol No offense, but not a lot of aftermarket products, penny for penny would touch the actual TRD factory/aftermarket.

I had two 7th gen. Celica's years ago and both ended up with TRD Kazuma Exhausts...they were amazing, quality and an exhaust note unmatched by others.

You mean it was loud way beyond measure? Lol i jad one with my ppe header... too loud... ahahha.
I had both the kazuma and the usdm trd exhaust. Both were top notch quality and i bet they would last 30 years + if cleaned occasionally.

[trinxified]

Originally Posted by Cyau

The picture you posted are the JDM TRD coilovers. The FRS 1.0 does not come with those.

Instead, the FRS 1.0 comes with USDM TRD lowering springs, WHICH are made by Eibach.

Sorry buddy, at $30,000 it will not be enough to cover the JDM coilovers. =[

That's what I thought as well. Most "OEM" springs out there for cars are made by Eibach.

[Mikey2style]

So...for those of you planning on getting the rs 1.0...what's your first mod going to be?

I'm probably gonna buy new taillights for it...looking at the clear toms.

I can't wait!

[yellowfrs]

Matt black wheels then JR supercharger then big brakes in that order

I already have a set of xxr 530 but I love the oem looks of the trd, I will prolly run on the xxr for a while first, and the stock tires are good for some drifting lessons lol

[Mikey2style]

Originally Posted by yellowfrs

Matt black wheels then JR supercharger then big brakes in that order

I already have a set of xxr 530 but I love the oem looks of the trd, I will prolly run on the xxr for a while first, and the stock tires are good for some drifting lessons lol

Will the SC void warranty? I would do it in the future if it doesn't! I haven't done any research on turbos/SC yet, but I've done A LOT of other research that's important (like where to tint, where to do a hand car wash, etc.).

I'm also gonna get the TRD wheels in the future.

[yellowfrs]

It's been discussed a lot here. Basically stealership will have to prove the mod caused the problem to refuse service under warranty and to me a sc kit is an easy excuse so yes I do plan to wait a few years (60 months)

[NemesisPrime909]

I plan to get the Louvers



There's a lot of sun where i live and i would like for the car to remain as cool as possible.