Review: Function & Form / HT-Spec Type 2
11-24-2010, 01:42 AM
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Review: Function & Form / HT-Spec Type 2
Function & Form / HeelToe Spec Type 2 Coilovers
Pictures:
Specs:
-Upper mount with rubber bushing pre-installed for simple installation
-Separate height and spring pre-load adjustment for huge height range adjustment from as little as .5" up to 3" down from stock.
-Zinc coated shock tubes and aluminum adjustment collars for corrosion resistance.
-Rear lower mounts fit perfectly without washers (TL) or grinding (TSX).
-HeelToe-tuned damper valving to produce ride and handling that Acura drivers prefer by popular demand.
-Spring rates specified by HeelToe to provide ideal ride and handling balance with up to 3 passengers.
− 32 clicks of firmness adjustment to fine-tune the ride and handling of the suspension.
- Future support of F2's groundbreaking WIRELESS electronic damper control unit, to be released soon.
Comments:
Before I purchased these, I was in the market for coilovers for a while looking for a good price and overall a good product. My eyes were set on the "Buddy Club N+" since it seemed to be a very popular choice in our TSX community. But then I read that Marcus @ HeelToeAutomotive was working on a new coilover kit with Function & Form. So I waited and read his progress on his coilovers and he went through 3 versions to finally get the coilovers right, which I made me very impressed because he did not stopped till he believed himself it was a great product which he can stand by and sell.
There are two types of of versions that HT-Spec offers. The Type 1 offers full height adjustment (seriously you can ride on your side skirts if you really wanna go that low) w/ a set dampening. And the Type 2's offer full height and dampening adjustment (32 Clicks). And with both these Type’s you have a option of swapping the standard springs with Eibach ERS Springs which are encouraged for drivers with higher grip and sport tendencies. I myself just drive from point A to point B so I really wasn’t in the need for the Eibach ERS springs, since it was mostly for daily driving, so I just went with the Type 2’s with the dampening adjustment instead of upgrading the springs.
The original Function & Form Type 1 & Type 2's had a fitment issue because they were made for Accords and certain adjustments were needed to make the coilover fit (Grinding). This has been eliminated by Marcus & it has been made to fit the TSX without adjusting or grinding anything.
Ride:
When I first drove my car I instantly felt less body roll and more planted to the ground, and already before adjusting the coilovers the the dampening is already set for our car (Stiff in the front & Soft in the Rear). After adjusting the dampening to my liking the car felt great. It takes bumps very nicely, No squeaking or noises.
Comments:
I remember reading members complaining that Buddy Club N+’s were too soft for their liking, well if your looking for a aggressive coilover that is stiff, but still can go soft if needed. Then this is the coilover for you. It is a really soild setup, and for the price and options it comes with you honestly cant go wrong. Marcus went through trial and error to get this setup right.
Pictures (Installed):
Comments:
You can go 3 more inches lower than this.. “you can ride on your side skirts if your wanted to “ – Marcus.
Comments & Questions Welcome
-Jay
Links:
Build Thread: HT-Spec
Purchase: Function & Form / HT-Spec
Pictures:
Specs:
-Upper mount with rubber bushing pre-installed for simple installation
-Separate height and spring pre-load adjustment for huge height range adjustment from as little as .5" up to 3" down from stock.
-Zinc coated shock tubes and aluminum adjustment collars for corrosion resistance.
-Rear lower mounts fit perfectly without washers (TL) or grinding (TSX).
-HeelToe-tuned damper valving to produce ride and handling that Acura drivers prefer by popular demand.
-Spring rates specified by HeelToe to provide ideal ride and handling balance with up to 3 passengers.
− 32 clicks of firmness adjustment to fine-tune the ride and handling of the suspension.
- Future support of F2's groundbreaking WIRELESS electronic damper control unit, to be released soon.
Comments:
Before I purchased these, I was in the market for coilovers for a while looking for a good price and overall a good product. My eyes were set on the "Buddy Club N+" since it seemed to be a very popular choice in our TSX community. But then I read that Marcus @ HeelToeAutomotive was working on a new coilover kit with Function & Form. So I waited and read his progress on his coilovers and he went through 3 versions to finally get the coilovers right, which I made me very impressed because he did not stopped till he believed himself it was a great product which he can stand by and sell.
There are two types of of versions that HT-Spec offers. The Type 1 offers full height adjustment (seriously you can ride on your side skirts if you really wanna go that low) w/ a set dampening. And the Type 2's offer full height and dampening adjustment (32 Clicks). And with both these Type’s you have a option of swapping the standard springs with Eibach ERS Springs which are encouraged for drivers with higher grip and sport tendencies. I myself just drive from point A to point B so I really wasn’t in the need for the Eibach ERS springs, since it was mostly for daily driving, so I just went with the Type 2’s with the dampening adjustment instead of upgrading the springs.
The original Function & Form Type 1 & Type 2's had a fitment issue because they were made for Accords and certain adjustments were needed to make the coilover fit (Grinding). This has been eliminated by Marcus & it has been made to fit the TSX without adjusting or grinding anything.
Ride:
When I first drove my car I instantly felt less body roll and more planted to the ground, and already before adjusting the coilovers the the dampening is already set for our car (Stiff in the front & Soft in the Rear). After adjusting the dampening to my liking the car felt great. It takes bumps very nicely, No squeaking or noises.
Comments:
I remember reading members complaining that Buddy Club N+’s were too soft for their liking, well if your looking for a aggressive coilover that is stiff, but still can go soft if needed. Then this is the coilover for you. It is a really soild setup, and for the price and options it comes with you honestly cant go wrong. Marcus went through trial and error to get this setup right.
Pictures (Installed):
Comments:
You can go 3 more inches lower than this.. “you can ride on your side skirts if your wanted to “ – Marcus.
Comments & Questions Welcome
-Jay
Links:
Build Thread: HT-Spec
Purchase: Function & Form / HT-Spec
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Definitely the setup I am looking for. Your car looks great, and that stance is just killer. Well done. Looks like I'm gonna have to give Marcus a shout after Toronto's winter clears up.
04-27-2011, 04:38 AM
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Payed a visit to Marcus@Heeltoe to install the (Work in Progress) HT Spec Version 2's (Rear Side Only).
The goal with the Version 2's are to improve what was already there because there is always room to improve. When driving the original HT Specs, Marcus and I had a few comments and suggestions which would make the kit feel even better than before. So Marcus went ahead w/ Function & Form.. to create new shocks calibrated to the settings we desired. So far we are looking to improve the rear first which we honestly felt was a little too stiff. So we changed it w/ a softer dampener.
After installing it and taking the car on a very.. very.. very.. "Sprited Drive" we can see the improvements instantly and we are very happy w/ the resuilts.. of course I will still be driving the car w/ the new shocks and testing it out freeways, and day to day driving. But so far so good, this Version 2's are still in a work on progress so you will not be seeing any prices or anything about it anytime soon, till we are totally confident w/ the results.
Marcus is currently working on ordering the new Version 2 shocks for the front as we speak, so I will keep you guys updated as time comes.
So far driving home, I can already feel the difference so I am very excited to see how this we all end up.
Pictures:
HT Spec Version 2 Shocks (Rear):
Switching out the shocks:
The goal with the Version 2's are to improve what was already there because there is always room to improve. When driving the original HT Specs, Marcus and I had a few comments and suggestions which would make the kit feel even better than before. So Marcus went ahead w/ Function & Form.. to create new shocks calibrated to the settings we desired. So far we are looking to improve the rear first which we honestly felt was a little too stiff. So we changed it w/ a softer dampener.
After installing it and taking the car on a very.. very.. very.. "Sprited Drive" we can see the improvements instantly and we are very happy w/ the resuilts.. of course I will still be driving the car w/ the new shocks and testing it out freeways, and day to day driving. But so far so good, this Version 2's are still in a work on progress so you will not be seeing any prices or anything about it anytime soon, till we are totally confident w/ the results.
Marcus is currently working on ordering the new Version 2 shocks for the front as we speak, so I will keep you guys updated as time comes.
So far driving home, I can already feel the difference so I am very excited to see how this we all end up.
Pictures:
HT Spec Version 2 Shocks (Rear):
Switching out the shocks:
05-12-2011, 09:46 AM
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Dang what more can we ask for it a perfect Review and sounds like a great product. Got me wanting to buy a set, seriously.
All you need to add is "FREE HULA DOLL w/ purchase". LOL
By the way I love the ride Mayuga. What happend to the front lip?
All you need to add is "FREE HULA DOLL w/ purchase". LOL
By the way I love the ride Mayuga. What happend to the front lip?
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