Tein "Street Basis" coilovers

[palmermd]

Found them for under $1000 - not sure what shipping will cost: $984.13 @ http://www.nengun.com/tein/street-basis-damper" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Anyone still running them? What are your thoughts?

nader - how is that custom setup you're running doing?

I saw these a few months ago on that site, they were going for ~$1200 then. Looks like they've come down in price. Nice.

I'm not sure how you got the quote, but they have been about $1250 shipped since the beginning of this thread last August (see first post, and several others later on). Just under $1000 + $250 shipping. Perhaps your quote included shipping.

I'm curious about the custom setup Nader has alluded to in several threads.

[DaveEV]

I'm not sure how you got the quote, but they have been about $1250 shipped since the beginning of this thread last August (see first post, and several others later on). Just under $1000 + $250 shipping. Perhaps your quote included shipping.

Whoops. You're right! It was so long ago! http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.p ... 73#p129173" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Signed up for an account and the total came to $1300 w/shipping and CC fees.

I'm curious about the custom setup Nader has alluded to in several threads.

And after reviewing the thread again, the Ksport coilovers Skywagon has been trying...

[TRONZ]

If the Tein is $1000 shipped then its a deal. $1250 is a bit steep for no Comp adj when the RSR is $1900 shipped to my door. I checked with RSR here in CA and they can get it to me in a week. RSR also mentioned that they were testing very soon which led me to believe that they will be reworking some setups including possibly the LEAF.

[mazdaboi]

If I decided to purchase my LEAF outta LEASE, I am debating on this setup as I commute 68miles RT for work. Was/Is there any efficiency drop using stock wheel/tire sizes? I have searched all the pages and have not seen and definate answer. Just curious. Looks awesome though!

[DaveEV]

With stock wheels/tires there should be little change in efficiency as long as the wheels are still pointed straight (stock toe alignment) If anything, efficiency should go up slightly as lowering a vehicle usually reduces aero drag a bit.

[randerson44]

Has anyone installed the Tein dampers on a 2013 Leaf yet? I don't believe Nissan made any changes to the suspension with the "minor" model change but I'd like to confirm before dropping $1300 on coilovers. I contacted Tein but they couldn't confirm they have test fit a 2013 model.

[marcucci]

Has anyone installed the Tein dampers on a 2013 Leaf yet? I don't believe Nissan made any changes to the suspension with the "minor" model change but I'd like to confirm before dropping $1300 on coilovers. I contacted Tein but they couldn't confirm they have test fit a 2013 model.

AFAIK the chassis has stayed the same. There is a chance that with all their cost reductions the weight and distribution has changed slightly, but that should not affect things enough to matter.

I am curious if anyone has identified another source for coilovers or struts and shocks. I'm nearing that point where I am ready to spend the money on wheels, tires, and suspension. I am a former autocrosser and contemplating getting back into it with the LEAF. May need to buy a generator.

Anyhow- I am curious if anyone has turned up any options. I am tempted to buy some Versa aftermarket bits and start playing around. I may start with a set of used factory dampers and see what I can engineer around that. I'm a fan of TEIN but not of the price. I've also not had much luck with their low end stuff, and I can't tell, but these look to be of the slightly lower-end construction compared to their other lines.

[JimSouCal]

I am curious if anyone has identified another source for coilovers or struts and shocks. I'm nearing that point where I am ready to spend the money on wheels, tires, and suspension.

+1

[TRONZ]

http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=5426" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

RSR makes a very nice coil over setup.

[Drivesolo]

I am curious if anyone has identified another source for coilovers or struts and shocks. I'm nearing that point where I am ready to spend the money on wheels, tires, and suspension. I am a former autocrosser and contemplating getting back into it with the LEAF. May need to buy a generator.

Anyhow- I am curious if anyone has turned up any options. I am tempted to buy some Versa aftermarket bits and start playing around. I may start with a set of used factory dampers and see what I can engineer around that. I'm a fan of TEIN but not of the price. I've also not had much luck with their low end stuff, and I can't tell, but these look to be of the slightly lower-end construction compared to their other lines.

I use to competitively autoX, I took my Leaf out to a practice day last year to try to figure out what it was capable of (http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=9773). In my opinion, it may not be worth it. Locally, the distance of the venues from where I live and the performance limitations doesn't make it very desirable for me.

Versa bits won't work. Leaf is way too heavy. I was able to compare some B15 sentra front struts to the Leaf's and it's a no go, can even be modified to work. Maybe a B16 Sentra or Altima parts? Dunno at this point, I still have to see if I can compare the parts. I'm definitely interested in hearing your ideas on this.