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Aftermarket suspension upgrade

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Nakamoto, Apr 19, 2015.

  1. Nakamoto

    Nakamoto Junior Member

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    Greetings,

    I'm looking to upgrade my suspension to improve ride comfort over poorly maintained roads as it can sometimes get bumpy.

    As below, which of these represent good value and dramatically improve ride comfort?

    I keep my front wheels at 42 PSI and rear at 40 PSI - so that might explain the firmer ride, but I'm not looking to reduce the air pressure for economy reasons and if I can I hope the newer suspension would not lower the prius since i'm already scrapping the front bumper at my driveway if I'm not careful

    Toyota Prius 2010 ZVW30 Performance, Handling & Electronic Accessories :: Sigma Automotive
     
    #1 Nakamoto, Apr 19, 2015
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    I know of no such upgrades. All the suspension upgrades, I have seen, lower the car and firm-up the ride.
     
    #3 xpcman, Apr 19, 2015
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    Megan with damper sets at 32 will soften the ride at least similar to stock if not more
     
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    hmm..I suppose these upgrades would lower the vehicle?
     
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    Tein will lower (0.9" at highest setting). KYB ExcelG are OEM replacements.

    I have replaced rear shocks with ExcelGs and it improved ride; they seem to swallow big hits much better than OEMs. OEM front struts are o'k, still on. And if you replace rear only no alignment needed, saves you another $100.
     
    #7 cyclopathic, Apr 25, 2015
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