TSX_mike

Ok so i finally took off the motegi sp10s and got my stock 17s back on...

anyways before i go and buy more rims i wanna get my car lowered about 2 inches...thing is i know nothing about suspensions really besides what coilovers ha...i know sad ...now before i get everyone in here saying search the forums noob!! i did that...all i can get is bits and pieces of info and not really a clear answer on what all i need to buy and what works

from what ive pieced togther i need to buy the coilovers and camber kits or something and maybe other parts if needed...i just dont know whats good and what all is needed...again if i did miss a thread explaining all of this in detail and giving good brands SORRY...

also money is an issue so i need to get something that really is a bang for the buck

thx for helping out another noob!!

Bananaskin

Bro.
IT all comes down on what is ur intend with ur car?
Track, daily drive, spirti driving, time attack?

For example

Daily drive a nice set of springs plus adjustable shocks will work fine.. Average from 500 to 700 a combo.

Spirit driving meaning a little bit more harsh on the set up just go with a set of basic coilovers. Average of 800 to 1000.
It depends, the brand, spring rate, manufacturer and design of the kit.

Track plus daily, IMO Full coilover with a decent spring rate 12k front 9k back? Fully adjustable. Plus make sure they can be re-built in the states. Average 1200 - 1800


Time attack.. im not going to say nothing.. $$$$$$$$$$$$


DISCLOSURE This is my opinion.

luder917

iTrader: (1)

for a daily, you should look into the FF type 1 coilover. cost is ~$600

TSX_mike

im just looking for some that can be a DD on the week days and some sprinting on the weekends. My car will more than likely never see the track.

clee109

I went from my OEM shocks + Tein H-Techs to KSport full coilovers, the H-techs were awesome for daily driving but the drop was not enough so I went with the KSports which are quite stiff but I can be pretty low, daily driving on them is a little rough.

At this point in time I'm considering going to Koni Yellow's and put my H-Techs back on those. The yellows allow for you to put the spring perch lower obtaining a 20mm drop then the h-techs at 1.25 inches would put me pretty close to a 2 inch drop which is more than enough and should be perfect for the daily commute.

But as said above, it's what you're after and what your budget allows.

TSX_mike

well i would like to stay under a grand but thats looking to be impossible but as long as its around 1k i would be happy...as for the oem shocks + lowering springs iv read that it will not last long and the oem shocks will need to be replaced after like 25k miles but i dont know thats just what iv read thats y i was going to go with the coilovers but then again i dont know much

Bananaskin

under 1k?
ksports coilovers, Tein basics ( non dampening adjustability, no upper pillow ball mounts) the spring rate is greater than stock thou..

ur choice..

trebor8915

Quick question: I'm also looking to buy suspension and want the Tein Basic's but... I would definietly want the camber kit by ingalls but I'm confused as to what exactly bushings are and if I need them or not. I would most likely order from heeltoe. Sorry for the thread jack but I thought it'd be good info for OP to know as well.

TSX_mike

what exactly is non dampening adjustability?? i know what the ball mounts are...and its fine tre all info is great

TSX_mike

Anyone know anything about the Skunk2 coilover conversion set?

http://www.heeltoeauto.com/Skunk2-Co...-pr-46291.html

im not exactly sure what they are?? is it coilovers or something else??

o and does anyone have any experience with these?

Bananaskin

For trebor8915 u really just need the camber kit in the back once you lower ur car.

TSX mike, non dampening means that you can't manipulate the rebounce of the shocks. It could be btw hard as hell or soft like a mercedez.
For the skunk part never tried it before, and basically it will work as an adjustable height spring system, but you will still need to purchase an aftermarket shock and strut.

TSX_mike

ah ok thx for clearing that up

Bananaskin

aight
glad that i can help

slipkord

I've got the Neuspeed Supercup kit on my Accord (fits 04 up TSX) and love it. It's got dampening adjustment as well. I'm trading in my car and taking off the suspension, if your still in the market let me know.

LuvMyTSX

When the time comes, make sure you read and follow the Black Market rules if you want to sell any parts from your car. Just FYI, For Sale thread are only allowed in the Black Market and you must have a certain number of posts first.

CJams

I had Tein SS for 65K miles and went back to stock till 119,000miles. Then 2 weeks ago I dropped it again on Tanabe DF210 springs ($213 shipped)and OEM struts. The drop looks freakin awesome (My car in pic thread "Nikki's Back") but the ride is nothing to brag about and I feel spoiled because of the Tein coilovers. So I just bought Chopsticks TeinSS set from him and received them in the mail today. I can't wait to get back to a Tein drop. The DF210 on stock is a bit bouncy, especially for my long as highway commute.

My suggestion if you're on a budget and want a sweet looking drop, Tanabe df210 springs on EOM withthte camber kit. But if you can afford it, TeinSS with the camber kit.

renedcruz

iTrader: (8)

I think the A-Spec suspension and a CT RSB will do the trick. Its great for DD and it can make your car take corners like a breeze. The only thing is that you only get a 1 inch drop, so I don't know if you're looking to go lower. If so, just do what everyone else suggested. Look into though, I only spent $750 for both things and its a completely different ride (in a good way) then the OEM suspension....