Sustec Pro SEVEN is an all new adjustable coilover suspension that features a wide array of all new circuit developed technology that has not been available until now.
SEVEN advances the technologies and greatest strengths of previous high performance Tanabe suspensions like the RR & DD even further. While similar in appearance, the SEVEN is completely different from any suspension currently available. The difference lies within the suspension itself and its highly unique internal construction and slide valve technology.
The new slide valve technology allows a great range of adjustability and function from both sides of the performance spectrum. (comfort to pure competitive motorsports use)
When used with the new TEAS electronic active suspension controller, the wide range of dampening force is accessible through the touch of a button, and is fully programmable to automatically adjust dampening rates according to the speed you drive.
In addition to TEAS, SEVEN is also available as a special "Hard Driving" version, for strictly motorsports use. (see below)
Sustec Pro SEVEN - HARD DRIVING version is a special model of the SEVEN that is intended for vehicles that will be predominantly seeing track/race useage.
HARD DRIVING version is for the highest level of suspension performance and motorsports, and includes higher spring rates that are ideal for exploiting the smoothly paved surfaces of a race course for maximum grip , stability, and agility.
When used with the new TEAS electronic active suspension controller, the driver can program TEAS to automatically adjust Sustec Pro SEVEN - HARD DRIVING version to automatically change dampening force based on studied entry and exit speeds of various turns, as well as average lap speed.
In races against the clock, or other drivers, this new concept in suspension tuning can help a driver greatly improve control and the handling dynamics of their vehicle.
Sustec Pro SEVEN - HARD DRIVING version is for cars that will be used for extremely high level motorsports. Sustec Pro SEVEN is for all types of driving, from street to motorsports use.
TSE7063 10.0kg Front / 10.0kg
Optional TEAS (Active Controller)for an additonal $512.00
TEAS stands for "Tanabe Electric Active Suspension" and is the counterpart of the new Sustec Pro SEVEN suspension. This compact unit is the 'brain' behind the highly sophisticated new Tanabe suspensions. TEAS is a fully programmable dampener controller that allows for dampening force to be automatically adjusted while driving. TEAS accomplishes this by connecting and using the signal from the vehicle's Speed Sensor.
Remote dampening control from within the vehicle is not a new concept by any means. In fact, many Japanese vehicles from the 1980's including the FC3S RX-7 and MA70 Supra had buttons to change dampening from "Normal" to "Sport." Unlike other controllers that are simply an update of this older 'analog' technology, TEAS is a much larger step towards highly digital advanced suspension control and tuning through it's speed sensing "Active Mode"
TEAS active dampening control is uniquely possible due to the use of the specialized valving of the SEVEN, in conjunction with TEAS' slim, high speed actuators. These actuators change dampener settings in 1/100ths of a second, which is necessary as TEAS can continuously change settings at different speeds.
