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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 11:34 AM
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handling help

After my myriad of mystery mods is installed, I'm gonna need for my car to handle well. I just wanted to make sure that my list of parts that i did a search on is correct and that this will all help to stabilize my handling.

Energy Suspension Motor Mounts
Energy Suspension Rubber Bushings
Coilovers
cusco or tanabe sway bars

What am i missing? I know theres a few other things i can add. The only thing i have on this list so far is coilovers. Help me out guys!
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 12:20 PM
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Tires, tires, tires... a million times more important than any strut or sway bar
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 01:44 PM
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Tires are a must, you have a camber kit chris? I'd highly recommend a cusco front lower strut brace. Really ties the steering together. Also front and rear strut bars, rear makes a big difference I hear
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 02:42 PM
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Stiffen the rear more than the front. That'll help the car rotate.
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 04:22 PM
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 06:22 PM
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some stupid shit like a tie bar or c-pillar bar might help a little.
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 02:35 PM
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I dont have a camber kit on the car, will that matter chris? Should i get one to go along with the lower strut brace and strut bars?

Also Cocoa, with all strut bars and braces, how do i stiffen the rear more than the front?

Matt can u put a pic of the tie n c-pillar bars? Im unfamiliar with the C pillar bars.
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 02:40 PM
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well my c-pillar came in today. i hope it fits, ill post it when im done installing it.
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Old Dec 29, 2007 | 03:05 PM
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any more input guys?
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Old Dec 29, 2007 | 04:11 PM
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well im not sure if my c-pillar bar is gonna fit.
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Old Dec 29, 2007 | 10:52 PM
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Tires are a must, you have a camber kit chris? I'd highly recommend a cusco front lower strut brace. Really ties the steering together. Also front and rear strut bars, rear makes a big difference I hear
:cough: i heard someone was selling theirs on the black market. :cough:
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Old Dec 29, 2007 | 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by DaInFaMMuS1
any more input guys?
There's bolt on roll cages that go for only $700 for the 94-97 accord chasis. I might still have the link.
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 01:44 AM
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Sheeit I could get one built for half of that
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 04:27 AM
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There's bolt on roll cages that go for only $700 for the 94-97 accord chasis. I might still have the link.
plz4custom
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL
Sheeit I could get one built for half of that
How many points? In cali I can get a custom 10 point roll cage with a harness bar built for only $1500 (welded, not bolt on). NASA and SCCA approved.
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 01:07 PM
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hey

front and rear lower tie bars and front upper strut bar along with wide tires
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 01:06 PM
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Here's the link btw.

http://www.ioportracing.com/Merchant...ory_Code=AP861
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:22 PM
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ok so, so far i have :

Motor Mounts
Bushings
Sway bars
front and rear strut bars (same as sways?)
front lower strut brace (is there a rear one too?)
front and rear lower tie bars
c pillar bar
camber kit

Anything else or any links to any of these products? Any specific brands for each that you guys recommend?
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:26 PM
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Engine Torque damper, goes witht he motor mounts, for wheel hop
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:31 PM
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LSD.. stock or aftermarket works
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:51 PM
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I recommend practice setting lines at a track with an instructor. That'll be the best bang for the buck as far as handling goes.
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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Or get a cup water and dont spill it while ur drifting.. much cheaper
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by DaInFaMMuS1
ok so, so far i have :

Polyurethayne Motor Mount Inserts
Polyurethayne Bushing master kit
Front and Rear Sway bars
front and rear upper strut bars
front lower strut brace, and rear lower tie bar
Floor bar
Front and Rear camber kit
Engine torque damper
Fixed your list, this is what you want for the overhaul
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 10:27 PM
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you might wanna take the c-pillar bar off the list. im having trouble figuring out how the hell im gonna get mine to work.
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 10:43 PM
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Fixed
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 11:14 PM
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ill let you guys know when and if i get this thing to work.
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 11:32 PM
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LSD is very important.. right chris and chris!
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 02:34 AM
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LSD is helpful in handling?
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by DaInFaMMuS1
LSD is helpful in handling?
Very. A Helical gear type would be. The clutch type is more for drag.
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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Gottamn i got something right!!
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Palayah8ta
Gottamn i got something right!!
bout time lol

i figured a helical lsd would help with traction
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 01:27 PM
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i wish i spent the 2 extra bills for the H22 with the LSD trans. : (
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 01:29 PM
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Cheap bastard
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 972xghost
i wish i spent the 2 extra bills for the H22 with the LSD trans. : (

yea i fucked up too
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 10:35 PM
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we all did

but i didn't have the extra 5 bills
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by DaInFaMMuS1
bout time lol

i figured a helical lsd would help with traction
It can and does, but it's more for cornering. Pulls you into the turn very hard. It's feels great when you're pushing a car.
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