TRD Springs need short stroke shocks?

[Mux213]

Domi,

There are two problems, length, in that the spring comes loose when the shock is fully extended, not something you encounter during driving (unless you like offroading) but an MOT failure atleast.

And there is the problem with travel which is also two part. First there is the issue that some shocks have an optimal range in which they work and due to the lowering of your car you end up below this optimal range, not all shocks have this problem, I believe koni oil shocks for instance work fine over the entire range. Second there is the issue that you encounter the bumpstops more quickly limiting the effectiveness of your suspension.

However if you would calculate your springs to bring your car at normal ride height even if they are more stiff, or if you have adjustable coilover sleeves and bring your car to (near) normal ride height, you only have the length problem when the car comes off the ground.

Apardal, I wouldn't shorten the bilsteins, just cost you a bundle and ruins the shocks imho. Do you have any problems driving? I find it hard to believe you actually are having problems while driving with this setup, unless you tent to do off roading?