looking to lower 88 supra. help!

bignag06 · 11-07-2011, 08:50 PM

i just have a couple of questions, what will happen if i put non-tems struts on a supra that has tems on it? second, can i lower the car by putting lowering springs with tems struts? thanks.

Mk3FirstCar-Mike · 11-08-2011, 02:38 AM

You can easily put regular struts on a Supra equipped with TEMS. You simply don't hook up the electrical components. Of course, you should probably take out all of the wiring for the TEMS system when you're done and get the piece for the center console that fits over the TEMS buttons.

I don't have experience with lowering a car with electronic suspension, but I don't foresee any unusual issues in doing so.

bignag06 · 11-08-2011, 11:16 PM

cool, thanks for your help

cre · 11-09-2011, 03:50 AM

There are no difficulties to be had. Disconnect and remove the actuator on top of each damper and, if you feel so inclined, removed the TEMS computer and the button cluster. The cars not equipped with TEMS have a little change cup or whatever.... about bit enough to fit a Bic lighter. With the TEMS computer in place the dash LEDs will still light up as they would with the struts still installed.

Oh and if I recall correctly, the wiring is part of the chassis harness. Unless you're a glutton for punishment I'd count on leaving that in place.

11-07-2011, 08:50 PM	#1
bignag06 Stock Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: compton, ca Posts: 11	looking to lower 88 supra. help! i just have a couple of questions, what will happen if i put non-tems struts on a supra that has tems on it? second, can i lower the car by putting lowering springs with tems struts? thanks.

11-08-2011, 02:38 AM	#2
Mk3FirstCar-Mike 3" Exhaust Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 54	You can easily put regular struts on a Supra equipped with TEMS. You simply don't hook up the electrical components. Of course, you should probably take out all of the wiring for the TEMS system when you're done and get the piece for the center console that fits over the TEMS buttons. I don't have experience with lowering a car with electronic suspension, but I don't foresee any unusual issues in doing so. __________________ "Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death." – Hunter Thompson "It is amazing how many drivers, even at the Formula One Level, think that the brakes are for slowing the car down." – Mario Andretti "Speed has never killed anyone, suddenly becoming stationary… that’s what gets you." – Jeremy Clarkson "When I raced a car last it was at a time when sex was safe and racing was dangerous. Now, it’s the other way round." – Hans Stuck

11-09-2011, 03:50 AM	#4
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	There are no difficulties to be had. Disconnect and remove the actuator on top of each damper and, if you feel so inclined, removed the TEMS computer and the button cluster. The cars not equipped with TEMS have a little change cup or whatever.... about bit enough to fit a Bic lighter. With the TEMS computer in place the dash LEDs will still light up as they would with the struts still installed. Oh and if I recall correctly, the wiring is part of the chassis harness. Unless you're a glutton for punishment I'd count on leaving that in place. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

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11-08-2011, 11:16 PM	#3
bignag06 Stock Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: compton, ca Posts: 11	cool, thanks for your help