ideas, suggestions: black cl
09-14-2009, 10:29 PM
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ideas, suggestions: black cl
got it a month ago... 2k for a 97 2.2 5spd with 120k miles, not bad. got new tires and rims (needed them), a cold air, and a new timing belt
what should i do? not sure about dropping it, i hear the ride gets much much worse
what should i do? not sure about dropping it, i hear the ride gets much much worse
09-14-2009, 10:34 PM
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Good start, ride doesn't get bad if you get the right suspension, my tein SS-P's ride amazing. Even a set of springs and adjustable shocks make a good combo, but coilovers are much better if you ask me. You're off to a good start, I like the rims and clears, a tint would really set your car off
09-14-2009, 10:38 PM
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thanks, tints are a great idea. still some wheel-well rust to take care of, but i checked out the DIY on that so ill get it done this weekend or soon. hood's misaligned too, probably from an accident i wasn't aware of when i got it...
09-20-2009, 09:10 PM
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Lookin good, beggin 2 be lowered
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09-21-2009, 04:35 PM
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please do the car a favor and SLAM IT TO THE EARTHHHHH!! Lol no but really, get some sportlines and some kyb agx's and you'll have a near stock ride with a much sportier look.
09-22-2009, 04:46 PM
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nice, get some HID's if don't have already, the stock headlights with stock bulbs suck for light output
and listen to these guys, a drop is really a good thing
it wasn't one of my top priorities, but after seeing a good deal and snatching up some k-sport coilovers, i've really loved the ride of it, and plus the way it looks
besides that, there are tons of projects you can undertake, some of them highly detailed in the DIY section, so you can modify the cl to suit your taste and needs
and btw welcome to AZine
and listen to these guys, a drop is really a good thing
it wasn't one of my top priorities, but after seeing a good deal and snatching up some k-sport coilovers, i've really loved the ride of it, and plus the way it looks
besides that, there are tons of projects you can undertake, some of them highly detailed in the DIY section, so you can modify the cl to suit your taste and needs
and btw welcome to AZine
09-22-2009, 07:46 PM
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thanks for the welcome guys
doing the short shift install this weekend, picked up a 97 accord adapter after searching for the prelude shifter for a while.
Could someone educate me as to how much dropping it would cost, what i'd need and if i could do it myself? from what i know, just springs is not the way to go, am i right?
doing the short shift install this weekend, picked up a 97 accord adapter after searching for the prelude shifter for a while.
Could someone educate me as to how much dropping it would cost, what i'd need and if i could do it myself? from what i know, just springs is not the way to go, am i right?
10-04-2009, 10:15 AM
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Nope, especially if you want a nice ride. I lowered my car on just stock struts and the ride sucked. If you put some aftermarket struts on there you should be good.
My setup on my old CL was Eibach Sportlines (~$240), KYB AGX struts (~$400? I can't remember anymore), and Eibach front camber kit, which I think might have been around $100.
My setup on my old CL was Eibach Sportlines (~$240), KYB AGX struts (~$400? I can't remember anymore), and Eibach front camber kit, which I think might have been around $100.
10-13-2009, 03:45 AM
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Firstly let me tell ya the ride looks good, second if you are seriously worried about the ride quality after lowering well the best advice I think anyone can give you is don't purchase anything that is not a worthy brand. Beware some of the junk on ebay (springs & cheap coilovers) keep it simple to start, eibach springs w/ some adjustable AGX's should give you something nice to work with without breaking your pockets. About a 1.5" drop and the option to adjust your suspension to the prefered stiffness/softness of your choice. Anyway whatever you decide best of luck with the ride!
10-20-2009, 12:14 PM
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I looooooooooooove my Function Form coilovers. They are not too hard and not to soft, they were exactly what I was looking for. Not to mention you can SLAM your car with those.
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I'm jealous, an 03 6 speed with only 75K, NICE UPGRADE 
Put some coils on that bish!
06-24-2010, 09:10 AM
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thanks guys. more pics coming soon - baby steps though - new tires first, then lower, then cold-air. Haven't seen too many things done to CL-Ss i've liked - ideas?
06-24-2010, 12:05 PM
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There's lots you can do to a 2nd gen to improve the look
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Just a recent update, blackout all around, and spent a bunch on repairs/standard maint...mmm..tax return = springs, pulleys, CAI, and already working on either 17'' 06 TLS or 18'' a-specs
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nice upgrade, the 03's had the ATTS with the 6spd, correct? Those were niceee. I saw one for REAL cheap posted somewhere the other day and it was in great condition, like yours.
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no ATTS i think, just LSD up front, which is amazing for cornering and especially snow. I'm really torn between driving her as is for a year or two and getting an s4 or m3, or spending a few grand on headers, CAI, suspension, wheels, p2r upgrades... Anyone know which roof racks fit? I badly need space for my bikes and the spoiler takes that out
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no ATTS i think, just LSD up front, which is amazing for cornering and especially snow. I'm really torn between driving her as is for a year or two and getting an s4 or m3, or spending a few grand on headers, CAI, suspension, wheels, p2r upgrades... Anyone know which roof racks fit? I badly need space for my bikes and the spoiler takes that out
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