Blake P

Are you saying that the current Basic and Super Street c/o's on the market are compatible for all 3 models, or that there's a separate set for the 230's that they just haven't put on the site?

drexappeal

Okay, I've only been running on them less than 24 hours, but I do have to share that these feel absolutely great! Sorry, this thread is only going to be a tease because I don't have the upload program at work for my cousin's camera

TEIN tuned my car to what they consider "ideal" settings, however, this can always be adjusted to your driving style.

I'm currently set at 4 back from the softest setting. I'm not riding on a very firm damper setting, but it feels much more solid than the stock "sport suspension". It's probably increased my mph on turns by 5-7 mph, which is just right for my needs (since I'm not trying to race on the street). Regardless, taking the turns at the same speed that I took the turns with the stock suspension causes very little body lean (if any). And remember, I'm not at a very stiff setting at all (there's 16 different dampening settings).

The ride height looks like they've set it at maybe an inch to an inch and a half down from the stock sport suspension. It looks great and really seems to be a good height. If worse comes to worse, I will drop it down a little more (depending on what I do next - kit or rims?...hmmmm).

Regardless, I think they are great! I can't really compare to the Bilstein's, Carlsson's or KW's because I've never felt the ride with those, but these are a great alternative for those who aren't necessarily going to be tracking, might show and want options (dampening and ride height adjustment).

Blake P, I didn't get a chance to ask how stiff the BASIC's were in comparison to the SUPER STREET's, but I'm assuming that the stiffness would be similar to how they set my coilovers. Since the BASIC's are only ride height adjustable, that's the only guage I have to go by. If you want I can put a call in or you can just go grab you a set ASAP.

That's all I have for now guys. Hopefully I can get more updates on some other questions that were asked.

drex

drexappeal

Current set being sold BASIC and SUPER STREET are compatible for ALL 3 MODELS 230 K SS, 240, 320 (and 320 SS)!!!!

Go pick 'em up, Blake! I'm running the Super Streets that they are selling for 240's and 320's and they had no problems! So I'm thinking they'll update the website to mention this at some point soon.

Blake P

Perfect. Thanks!

tommy

Drex - glad you like 'em!

Question: I've seen pics of them, and I'm just wondering how you adjust the dampening on the SS cos? I'm used to the clear indications of 1-5 on my crx's Tokicos, and don't see anything similar here.

Oh, and I was reading the current Modified magazine on the way home from NYC yesterday, and they had two featured cars with EDFC. Made me want to

drexappeal

tommy, I feel really bad and actually was hesitant to post for this very reason because I wish I could explain w/ visuals right now. There's an adjustment knob on the top of the shock tower. There's also a special hex wrench available that you insert onto the top of the adjustment knob. Softer settings are to the left and harder settings to the right.

Until I can upload the pics I've taken from my cousin's camera, I can't really give you a very good visual, but if you imagine where the top of the shock tower is in the engine bay, there's a knob that sticks out of the hole for adjustment. For the rear, we'll have to pull the interior lining aside to adjust. Once you have access to the knob, it's really easy to adjust.

LOL...I know exactly what you're talking about. I was pratically when they told me that the SS-P w/ EDFC might not be compatible. In my cousin's EVO VIII MR, it's such a nice option! Hopefully they come up with something. It's not completely dead/hopeless yet, but I know the Benz top mount design has definitely thrown a wrench in the plans.

tommy

Cool, thanks. Yeah, I kinda saw that internal hex on the pics, now that you mention it.

I'm leaning towards the SS set myself, assuming that Tein does its research on the ccoupe, as well as the 230/320 differences.

What does this mean now, do you get to keep the kit, or are you just the test mule, and then they set you back to stock, and you cry as you drive out of the lot? :p

drexappeal

I'm pretty sure they have a coupe that they're using for R&D (at least, that's what I was told before), but it never hurts to ask if any of the coupe owners decide to contact them about bringing their car in.

I get to keep the kit. I'm done as far as R&D is concerned, unless of course, they figure out a way to design pillowball uppermounts to fit and are able to make it compatible with the EDFC. I'm going to keep checking with them to see if they go forward with R&D for SS-P's and if so, I told Sergio that I'd be more than happy to bring my car in for more R&D.

As for my stock set, I think my cousin is gonna put them on his C Class (although, he has a 320, so I'm not sure if the springs will work properly). We'll see. What I have to figure out is whether I should keep them for a bit, get my service B in 2000 miles and then have the TEIN's put back on. Not sure it really makes a difference to me at this point because the suspension warranty will most likely be voided anyway. We'll see.

white_w203

im about to order met set now knowing this.

can't wait to see some pics of your ride especially with the 230k ss stock wheels.

drexappeal

minor delay on the pics, everybody. Sorry 'bout that, but my cousin is in the process of moving out of my house into an apartment, so I'll try to get these posted tonight. Plus, I'm gonna try to get pics under the car, so you all can see the install.

Drex

drexappeal

Still no pics guys. They're all stored in my cousin's camera and he's still in the process of moving to his apartment. I'm gonna try my best to get them up by Friday.

Anyways, on a side note as an FYI, TEIN has updated their website with info on fitment for the 230 Kompressor Sedan part availability.

mig888

Haha, good stuff drex, because if you I've already sold 2 sets of these. .

flip

drexappeal

That's awesome, flip. Glad I could help. Man, I have absolutely nothing negative to say so far. These things are awesome and the handling has improved tremendously. I was anticipating a stiffer ride, but considering I'm rolling 4 back from the softest and it feels just as comfortable (if not more comfortable) as it was stock, to me that's pretty impressive.

Justinius7

i just sent them an EMAIL re: R&D on a c320 coupe... with a little luck or shall i say alot of luck.. they will either have something already developed or will use my 320 coupe as a guinnie pig.

drexappeal

Justinius7, I've got an email into the rep that I was dealing with (Sergio) regarding any future R&D for the 230 Kompressor and 320 coupe. I believe he mentioned potentially that they might look into more R&D sometime in September (230 Kompressor and 320 coupe / C55). I'll let you know what he says.

Justinius7

YOU DA MAN!!!!

i recieved an auto reply when i sent my email, since you have an inside... i may just get lucky. i'll have to buy you lunch or something when i'm up in the area.

drexappeal

Just cross your fingers that they don't already have someone coming in. As far as I know, nobody has spoken up on these boards as far as doing R&D is concerned, so who knows.

FrankW

can you ask them and find out if their basic coilover are comparable to the H&R cupkit or their coilover? From my guess the TEIN basic could be = to H&R cupkit and the TEIN ss = H&R coilover.

drexappeal

Nope. TEIN Basic is comparable to the H&R coilover because of the adjustable ride height and non-adjustable dampening (just like the H&R coilover). The H&R cupkit is a non-adjustable suspension that is sold as a whole unit (so in essence, it's a non-adjustable coilover setup - for lack of a better term).

TEIN Super Street is comparable to the Carlsson RS, Bilstein PSS-9 and KW-V2 coilovers. Fully adjustable. Difference with the TEIN dampening is that it is 16 click adjustable. The other companies offer less dampening settings, however it just depends on a person's need for having that many levels of dampening.

FrankW

kool...good to know.

mig888

Absolutely! Why.. would you like a set Frank? .

flip

drexappeal

I guess it's like the movie "Glen Gary, Glen Ross", huh flip? ABC...Always Be Closing!

Hey, I can't hate. Always gotta be negotiating. That's good business.

Justinius7

Justin,
Thanks for the reply, we would need your vehicle for three days. We have openings for your Mercedes from Sept. 19 through the time that you need to leave for Europe. Please let us know what three days are convenient for you. Thank you once again.

Best regards,
Sales

drexappeal

Justin,

Just sent a reply to your PM. Good luck with everything.

Drex

white_w203

wow tein already changed and updated their website for the 230k ss. i ordered my teins and they arrived within 2-3 business days. i just have to find a place to install them now.