my 96 2.5 TL slammed
10-06-2009, 01:29 AM
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10-06-2009, 01:44 AM
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Aftermarket coiloverss are all adjustable, and usually go from stock to -3". I know of no aftermarket spring (unless designed to be OE replacement) that will keep you at stock height. Most people would just leave the springs as is if they wanted to stay at stock height.
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I know there is no aftermarket spring to retain the stock height... but if I wanted to raise my car there are springs for that... so I'm assuming I can find a middle-ground between lower-shocks and raising-springs...
However, that is pointless now that I know there are coilovers out there which do not drop my car. So, the coilovers do not have adjustable heights--rather I'll have to buy some that are stock height.. correct?
10-06-2009, 02:08 AM
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You have to get the correct spring length to match the height after mounting and compression to the stock setup.
Most people who raise cars to fit blang-blang rims use the rubber spacers sold at Pep Boys. That is the most idiotic thing to do because your car will be wobbling around and blowing shocks. If you want to keep the car at stock height, just get replacement OEM shocks and forget about coilovers.
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Most people who raise cars to fit blang-blang rims use the rubber spacers sold at Pep Boys. That is the most idiotic thing to do because your car will be wobbling around and blowing shocks. If you want to keep the car at stock height, just get replacement OEM shocks and forget about coilovers.
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10-06-2009, 02:23 AM
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You have to get the correct spring length to match the height after mounting and compression to the stock setup.
Most people who raise cars to fit blang-blang rims use the rubber spacers sold at Pep Boys. That is the most idiotic thing to do because your car will be wobbling around and blowing shocks. If you want to keep the car at stock height, just get replacement OEM shocks and forget about coilovers.
~Cheers~
Most people who raise cars to fit blang-blang rims use the rubber spacers sold at Pep Boys. That is the most idiotic thing to do because your car will be wobbling around and blowing shocks. If you want to keep the car at stock height, just get replacement OEM shocks and forget about coilovers.
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As for raising cars with giant bling-bling rims... not everyone does that... some demographs raise there cars with smaller-than-stock wheels with bling-bling... haha, I'm so not into that. I do not see the point in getting rims that'll disallow me to to retain my turning radius. [regards to the 20"+ rims]
If I were to change anything about my tires other than lighter-weight rims with a touch of bling (for the luxury appeal) I would simply get thinner tires to reduce friction and therefore increase mileage [may be a minute increase, but a penny here and a penny there... I could be a rich man]
I know thinner tires are in contrary to my safety and handling... considering wider tires hug turns better... but I stack certain priorities... Plus, I will lose traction with the reduction of friction... effectively losing a bit of efficiency in acceleration.. but I'm not racing this car.
I guess the question now is... where do I find coilovers closest-to-stock height?
10-06-2009, 02:48 AM
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I don't mind losing one inch if I can attain better handling. I am sold on adjustable shocks...
As for raising cars with giant bling-bling rims... not everyone does that... some demographs raise there cars with smaller-than-stock wheels with bling-bling... haha, I'm so not into that. I do not see the point in getting rims that'll disallow me to to retain my turning radius. [regards to the 20"+ rims]
If I were to change anything about my tires other than lighter-weight rims with a touch of bling (for the luxury appeal) I would simply get thinner tires to reduce friction and therefore increase mileage [may be a minute increase, but a penny here and a penny there... I could be a rich man]
I know thinner tires are in contrary to my safety and handling... considering wider tires hug turns better... but I stack certain priorities... Plus, I will lose traction with the reduction of friction... effectively losing a bit of efficiency in acceleration.. but I'm not racing this car.
I guess the question now is... where do I find coilovers closest-to-stock height?
As for raising cars with giant bling-bling rims... not everyone does that... some demographs raise there cars with smaller-than-stock wheels with bling-bling... haha, I'm so not into that. I do not see the point in getting rims that'll disallow me to to retain my turning radius. [regards to the 20"+ rims]
If I were to change anything about my tires other than lighter-weight rims with a touch of bling (for the luxury appeal) I would simply get thinner tires to reduce friction and therefore increase mileage [may be a minute increase, but a penny here and a penny there... I could be a rich man]
I know thinner tires are in contrary to my safety and handling... considering wider tires hug turns better... but I stack certain priorities... Plus, I will lose traction with the reduction of friction... effectively losing a bit of efficiency in acceleration.. but I'm not racing this car.
I guess the question now is... where do I find coilovers closest-to-stock height?
Get a harder compound and a narrower tire, and you'll see an improvement. You won't change tires as often either.
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10-06-2009, 02:56 AM
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As for making the coilovers... So... I guess I should be asking where I can find Koni Yellows to fit my car? I noticed your friend is having troubles with finding the right fit... what part numbers/sizes do I order? Cannot find any answers on google... but I know you guys are aware of cars with similar sizes that I can reference.
Length I am guessing will determine my "drop"... ID is the basic fit... but what is Spring Rate?
10-06-2009, 03:00 AM
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Bleh, horrible with nomenclature... what is this "harder compound" you speak of? You referring to the rubber the tire is made from? The alloy the rims are made of?
As for making the coilovers... So... I guess I should be asking where I can find Koni Yellows to fit my car? I noticed your friend is having troubles with finding the right fit... what part numbers/sizes do I order? Cannot find any answers on google... but I know you guys are aware of cars with similar sizes that I can reference..
As for making the coilovers... So... I guess I should be asking where I can find Koni Yellows to fit my car? I noticed your friend is having troubles with finding the right fit... what part numbers/sizes do I order? Cannot find any answers on google... but I know you guys are aware of cars with similar sizes that I can reference..
97 Accord V6 Sedan. The part numbers are on the board in the other thread, I believe.
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10-07-2009, 03:42 AM
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Here you go...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Groun...ht_3136wt_1165
Now BUY them with some koni's...
10-29-2009, 05:10 AM
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I refuse to drop my car.. =T
I see no point in losing the versatility of my car, I like to hop islands when needed... or even take the car offroad at times. Another reason I don't care for flashy rims, haha
However, I do see a point in adjustable shocks, so are there any raising springs to bring my car back up to stock height? I'm for sure getting koni adjustables... I just want to re-raise the baby.
I see no point in losing the versatility of my car, I like to hop islands when needed... or even take the car offroad at times. Another reason I don't care for flashy rims, haha
However, I do see a point in adjustable shocks, so are there any raising springs to bring my car back up to stock height? I'm for sure getting koni adjustables... I just want to re-raise the baby.
11-05-2009, 05:36 PM
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i like the way it looks slammed. what size wheels do u have, and idk much about coilovers just that when u drive yur vehicle slammed it is proned to eating up yur tires on the inside. do u have this problem with coilovers? I have 20's on my TL and would love to have it slammed but not if its gonna eat my tires up, thats y i was looking into bagging it.
i like the way it looks slammed. what size wheels do u have, and idk much about coilovers just that when u drive yur vehicle slammed it is proned to eating up yur tires on the inside. do u have this problem with coilovers? I have 20's on my TL and would love to have it slammed but not if its gonna eat my tires up, thats y i was looking into bagging it.
11-12-2009, 01:36 PM
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Chrome is not my thing, but the ride height looks pretty sweet. Doesn't seem to practical for a DD in my area, but looks good none-the-less.
Has anyone had the ground control/ koni yellow combo installed long enough to know whether or not they sag and need further adjustment after a year or two?
I will likely be doing either the gc sleeves/koni yellow combo or tein basics which has a better reputation (blown/leaking struts being the other obvious deciding factor).
Has anyone had the ground control/ koni yellow combo installed long enough to know whether or not they sag and need further adjustment after a year or two?
I will likely be doing either the gc sleeves/koni yellow combo or tein basics which has a better reputation (blown/leaking struts being the other obvious deciding factor).
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