[Hawt.Hatch]

Coilovers are in. Fitment is really good, but installation was a nightmare. Removing the wipers and cowl isn't as bad, but then there is a brace with 8 10mm screws you gotta remove. You also have to remove the wiper motor completely. Rear was by far the most complicated. The stud for the rear strut is just way to long, so it took me forever to figure out that I actually have to remove that stud with a 12mm socket. You also have to remove the rear plastic covers to get enough clearance. Video explains it all, but wanted to share some of the hurdles. This is my first JDM car so it may be normal stuff, but it was definitely a learning curve.

 

[GRBuba]

Looks great after! JDM cars are usually pretty easy to modify, I've done lowering suspensions on all types of Honda's/Acura's back in the day, some Lexus and Toyota as well and from the sounds of it, this seems to be one of the most complicated jobs yet. I figured they would of made it easier and more user friendly to be able to modify the suspension on the GRC, or maybe they made it so good you didn't need to tamper with it lol but most people I can see would want it to sit lower.

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

Here is the video of the install.

 

[GRBuba]

Love it at 14:22 , looks sooo good slammed like that!

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

Love it at 14:22 , looks sooo good slammed like that!

Not going to lie, I may keep it at that height.

 

[GRBuba]

Not going to lie, I may keep it at that height.

Yea for sure, can't wait to check it out in person, I bet no pictures or videos can do it justice.

 

[GR_Johnny777]

Here is the video of the install.

Just curious, does the new suspension change the ride quality at all?
I wouldn't mind a little softer setting on the crappy streets in my city.

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

Just curious, does the new suspension change the ride quality at all?
I wouldn't mind a little softer setting on the crappy streets in my city.

Well, the lower you go, the stiffer you somewhat have to be. But these can go softer than stock.

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

This is my current set up. Still need to raise it by 0.5-1 inch, but this set up is growing on me. Also my alignment is still messed up.

Also, link to buy coilovers:

TOYOTA COROLLA GR 23+ INNOVATIVE SERIES - SCALE suspension.com

The Innovative Series is the best choice for street use, spirited driving and occasional track use. This coilover suspension provides improved performance while keeping really good comfort; it offers everything you need to enjoy driving your car.The regular default version is designed to allow...

scalesuspension.com

(P. S. They are updating their website so this link may not work in the future).

 

[Cptnslo]

1200 isn’t bad at all!

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

1200 isn’t bad at all!

Then do it!

 

[Raaaaay]

I did.
I ordered the low version just in case. And upgraded front bearings.

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

I did.
I ordered the low version just in case. And upgraded front bearings.

You'll love them. They are definitely sweet.
I just got the extended dampening cables so I can adjust the front dampening without removing the whole front cowl. Will report back on if it's worth it.

 

[Raaaaay]

I just want my damn car lowered. I've never kept a car at stock height for this long. I haven't had it that long. But it's too long

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

I just want my damn car lowered. I've never kept a car at stock height for this long. I haven't had it that long. But it's too long

Will you go lower than me?

 

[driftingintowalls]

This is my current set up. Still need to raise it by 0.5-1 inch, but this set up is growing on me. Also my alignment is still messed up.

Also, link to buy coilovers:

TOYOTA COROLLA GR 23+ INNOVATIVE SERIES - SCALE suspension.com

The Innovative Series is the best choice for street use, spirited driving and occasional track use. This coilover suspension provides improved performance while keeping really good comfort; it offers everything you need to enjoy driving your car.The regular default version is designed to allow...

scalesuspension.com

(P. S. They are updating their website so this link may not work in the future).


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i don't think i've ever seen positive front camber

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

i don't think i've ever seen positive front camber

My alignment is messed up, hence me mentioning it earlier. I have a ton of tow.

 

[Raaaaay]

Will you go lower than me?

I told myself I wouldn't slam it. A while back I was known for driving unbelievably slammed static cars. I'm trying to be an adult about it. So I said tire/fender height.

 

[Hawt.Hatch]

I told myself I wouldn't slam it. A while back I was known for driving unbelievably slammed static cars. I'm trying to be an adult about it. So I said tire/fender height.

That's what I told myself, and we're here now 😅
I am planning to raise it about an inch tops, but not sure yet.

 

[Raaaaay]

That's what I told myself, and we're here now 😅
I am planning to raise it about an inch tops, but not sure yet.

I have 20mm spacers all around. The white GR in the BC coilovers thread is on 20mm spacers also. How his car sits is how I plan on setting mine up.