Tein Flex Z opinion - Page 5 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Black Tire · 03-20-2015, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tracerit

I believe the brz/frs model is the ZC6.

I think the BRZ is the ZC6, the FR-S is the ZN6 like the Toyota 86. This is from the listings on the vendor's website:

VSQ54-C1SS4
Subaru - ZC6 - RA - F:6k R:6

VSQ54-C1SS4
Toyota - ZN6 - GT LIMITED, GT, G - F:6k R:6
86 GT - ZN6

Same part number for both cars. I think I'll wait until these are available in the states before I order a set – it shouldn't be much longer. I will feel much better ordering from one of the U.S. vendors that actively support this forum.

8R6 · 03-20-2015, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EquiFox

I found some here, I just don't know which one to order.

http://www.nengun.com/tein/type-flex-z

VSQ54-C1SS4
Toyota - ZN6 - RC - F:6k R:6

its about 2/3 way down the page

[edit] nvm, looks like 2 other ppl already posted above me lol

Black Tire · 03-24-2015, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black Tire

I think the BRZ is the ZC6, the FR-S is the ZN6 like the Toyota 86. This is from the listings on the vendor's website:

VSQ54-C1SS4
Subaru - ZC6 - RA - F:6k R:6

VSQ54-C1SS4
Toyota - ZN6 - GT LIMITED, GT, G - F:6k R:6
86 GT - ZN6

Same part number for both cars. I think I'll wait until these are available in the states before I order a set – it shouldn't be much longer. I will feel much better ordering from one of the U.S. vendors that actively support this forum.

Perhaps longer than originally planned. Here is from the Tein website:

Tein Apology for Supply Shortage

This shouldn't affect my timeline, but I thought others would like to know. Tein seems like a VERY good company that is responding quickly to an unforeseen demand.

[I hope I get notified that I quoted my own post!

]

CSG David · 03-24-2015, 03:59 PM

Between April and June. Thanks to the port strikes, stuff is getting filtered in very slowly. If you were to drive down Long Beach, you'll see a boat load of traffic on the ocean (pun intended).

shellslinger · 03-27-2015, 08:12 PM

Getting the Flex Z's installed some time this week

I'll update when installed

HMX-92 · 03-31-2015, 08:12 PM

Okay, I am very tempted by these, but I'm a big confused about the note on TIEN's website, "[ NOTE ]
RR: INTERIOR NEEDS TO BE CUT OR REMOVED, TO AVOID INTERFERENCE." What sort of cutting are they talking about? something minor, or a major modification? (I'm assuming it's something minor, but I want to be sure before I order a set)

Createddeleted · 03-31-2015, 08:15 PM

It's going to be very minor. The trunk carpet has to be cut for the adjusters. Just a small hole or a couple slits.

HMX-92 · 03-31-2015, 08:20 PM

Alright cool, that's no biggie then

banane63 · 04-01-2015, 05:31 AM

Better to install a U-shaped protection to avoid anything heavy in your trunk hitting the adjuster or EFCD motor.

shellslinger · 04-04-2015, 07:19 PM

Here's my initial review of the coil overs, be advised that I'm not a suspension expert and I have very little if any experience with after market suspension systems. I only lowered the car 1/2" (I can barely make it up my drive way as it is) and no alignment has been done yet (I will get an alignment after it settles). Photos will be up shortly.

At Full Stiff:

When I had the car at full stiff, it soaked up the little bumps extremely well. It felt like it soaked up the tiny bumps better than stock! I was amazed and it immediately felt extremely responsive. Body roll has been minimized even further. However, over the bigger bumps, the car would throw and jar you around inside the cock pit.

4 Clicks from Stiff:

I then proceeded to back off 4 clicks from full stiff, everything felt the same except that it soaked up the bigger bumps better. Steering response was still extremely responsive and body roll was reduced.

6 Clicks (front) and 8 Clicks (rear) from full stiff.

I tried out this setting and it felt extremely road compliant. It soaked up the small and large bumps extremely well. Again, it was still extremely responsive. I really like this setting the most due to bad local roads.

Conclusion:

So far everything is good and the price of these shocks are pretty damn good for what you get. I would highly recommend these shocks to anyone that are looking for a budget friendly performance coil over!

racecarshots · 04-06-2015, 03:02 PM

This setup sounds like exactly what I'd want. Can't wait for them to be more available!

shellslinger · 04-06-2015, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HMX-92

Alright cool, that's no biggie then

You can just roll your carpet to the side. That's how mine are

kbye · 04-10-2015, 09:35 PM

Received mine today. Overnighted them from Japan.

SilverFRS · 04-10-2015, 09:55 PM

Can't wait to hear your impressions, get them installed already!

04-04-2015, 07:19 PM	#66
shellslinger Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: Whiteout FRS Location: DFW, TX Posts: 597 Thanks: 210 Thanked 309 Times in 186 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Here's my initial review of the coil overs, be advised that I'm not a suspension expert and I have very little if any experience with after market suspension systems. I only lowered the car 1/2" (I can barely make it up my drive way as it is) and no alignment has been done yet (I will get an alignment after it settles). Photos will be up shortly. At Full Stiff: When I had the car at full stiff, it soaked up the little bumps extremely well. It felt like it soaked up the tiny bumps better than stock! I was amazed and it immediately felt extremely responsive. Body roll has been minimized even further. However, over the bigger bumps, the car would throw and jar you around inside the cock pit. 4 Clicks from Stiff: I then proceeded to back off 4 clicks from full stiff, everything felt the same except that it soaked up the bigger bumps better. Steering response was still extremely responsive and body roll was reduced. 6 Clicks (front) and 8 Clicks (rear) from full stiff. I tried out this setting and it felt extremely road compliant. It soaked up the small and large bumps extremely well. Again, it was still extremely responsive. I really like this setting the most due to bad local roads. Conclusion: So far everything is good and the price of these shocks are pretty damn good for what you get. I would highly recommend these shocks to anyone that are looking for a budget friendly performance coil over! Last edited by shellslinger; 04-04-2015 at 07:30 PM.

04-06-2015, 03:02 PM	#67
racecarshots Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: It alls slivery blue. Location: United States Posts: 88 Thanks: 25 Thanked 63 Times in 27 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	This setup sounds like exactly what I'd want. Can't wait for them to be more available! __________________ David http://www.racecarshots.com/ http://davidmoorephoto.com/

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