Suspension tuning is all about adjustability. The more things you can change, the better your car will fit to your specific demands. We also now that being fast on the track is all about how a driver can take hi/her car to its limit. The more suitable a car is set up to fit the driving styles of its driver, the faster it can go. The Tein type-RA coil over suspensions is better than the stock suspension in many area. Adjustability is just one of them. First, let's look at its construction. The full aluminum construction of the Tein set-up saves more than 26lbs over the stock components. we know removing 26lbs from the suspension is not like removing 26lbs from any where else on the car. It is unsprung weight, thus the 26lbs reduction is much more dramatic then the number suggests. Besides the high quality construction, it's nice to know that the Tein shocks are fully rebuiltable.
Going back to my initial point about adjustability, the type-RA suspension can be adjusted in its height, and the damping. The height is adjustable within a range of raising the car 1inch to lowering the car 3inches, more than enough for anybody, unless you want to cut grass, or go off-road. The shocks' damping is adjustable in 16 increments, from very soft to very stiff. The adjustment is done via special key provided by Tein that turns a nut on top of the shocks, very much like the adjustable Konis.
Now let's talk about packaging. Besides the 4 shocks and main springs w/ helper springs already assembled and toped with pillow ball bearing top mount, the packages also includes height adjustment wrenches, damping adjustment tools, installation manual, and height measuring tool. Everything you need besides a mechanic's garage is included in the package.
Ok, so how does it go? First of all, the spring rate that comes with each type-RA suspensions kit is set at 10kg/mm front, and 12kg/mm rear. This is quit harsh for street driving unless you have smooth roads like they do in Japan. But the good thing to know is that Tein offers different rate springs. You can chose between 8kg/mm~12kg/mm for front, and 10kg/mm~14kg/mm for the rears. Unfortunately, you have to pay extra to get those optional springs. I have the standard spring rates, and I go tell you, the car goes like a dream! The response of these shocks are amazing! The victims of my Tein equipped NSX are Vipers, Porsches, Corvettes, Ferraris, etc. I'm not a good driver, but I have yet to be passed while driving my NSX on track.
As a final word, if you want the ultimate track suspension set-up without paying huge amounts of money, get the Tein type-RA, or type-RE suspension kits. They are worth every penny of their asking price. On the other hand, if you are looking for height adjustable suspension for your nice baby NSX that will never see the race track, I would recommend something a little bit more civilized.
How to buy the Teins? There are many dealers in USA now, go online, or visit your local import performance stores and they should be able to get you the shocks. I can also get them for you for $2200 shipped directly from Japan. (you pay custom charges) But please consider me as a last resort if you cannot find anyone who could get them for you.
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Going back to my initial point about adjustability, the type-RA suspension can be adjusted in its height, and the damping. The height is adjustable within a range of raising the car 1inch to lowering the car 3inches, more than enough for anybody, unless you want to cut grass, or go off-road. The shocks' damping is adjustable in 16 increments, from very soft to very stiff. The adjustment is done via special key provided by Tein that turns a nut on top of the shocks, very much like the adjustable Konis.
Now let's talk about packaging. Besides the 4 shocks and main springs w/ helper springs already assembled and toped with pillow ball bearing top mount, the packages also includes height adjustment wrenches, damping adjustment tools, installation manual, and height measuring tool. Everything you need besides a mechanic's garage is included in the package.
Ok, so how does it go? First of all, the spring rate that comes with each type-RA suspensions kit is set at 10kg/mm front, and 12kg/mm rear. This is quit harsh for street driving unless you have smooth roads like they do in Japan. But the good thing to know is that Tein offers different rate springs. You can chose between 8kg/mm~12kg/mm for front, and 10kg/mm~14kg/mm for the rears. Unfortunately, you have to pay extra to get those optional springs. I have the standard spring rates, and I go tell you, the car goes like a dream! The response of these shocks are amazing! The victims of my Tein equipped NSX are Vipers, Porsches, Corvettes, Ferraris, etc. I'm not a good driver, but I have yet to be passed while driving my NSX on track.
As a final word, if you want the ultimate track suspension set-up without paying huge amounts of money, get the Tein type-RA, or type-RE suspension kits. They are worth every penny of their asking price. On the other hand, if you are looking for height adjustable suspension for your nice baby NSX that will never see the race track, I would recommend something a little bit more civilized.
How to buy the Teins? There are many dealers in USA now, go online, or visit your local import performance stores and they should be able to get you the shocks. I can also get them for you for $2200 shipped directly from Japan. (you pay custom charges) But please consider me as a last resort if you cannot find anyone who could get them for you.
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