Does The CL-S Look That Much Better Lowered?
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Does The CL-S Look That Much Better Lowered?
I'm thinking of lowering the car with CompTech Springs. Does it look and perform better than the standard springs? I just don't want a hard ass ride. Thanks for your opinion.
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lower it FOR SURE! i dont think comptech is worth it(not enough of a drop) get the pro kit from eibach. i have that and i want to be lower still...haha. i want my cls on the FLOOR!
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It makes the car look like a different car....Loseit wasn't lying... it really does make a huge difference.
If you're worried about ride quality, go with the Comptech's or the H&R Sport or OE drop. Personally I'd go either Comtech or H&R Sport since OE really doesn't drop much at all. Either of those two have been reported to give a very close to stock ride. I have the H&R Sports, but I have 18" rims... so my ride is a tad rougher b/c of the two. On stock rims/tires, you'll be happy with either....
If you're worried about ride quality, go with the Comptech's or the H&R Sport or OE drop. Personally I'd go either Comtech or H&R Sport since OE really doesn't drop much at all. Either of those two have been reported to give a very close to stock ride. I have the H&R Sports, but I have 18" rims... so my ride is a tad rougher b/c of the two. On stock rims/tires, you'll be happy with either....
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Makes a world of difference Pappy. I look at the pic from the day I bought and now--doesn't compare. That wheel well gap was bad, now much more low profile, more aerodynamic. Oh,and i have Eibachs--the best.
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I am planning to do the Comptech springs (in fact I sent an email to the dealership to arrange it this morning). From what I have seen, the drop makes that car look a lot better. I am too afraid to do a more agressive drop since the roads in the Boston area are littered with holes and I am afraid the ride would be too jarring.
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My short review of Comptech springs
here's my review of the comptech springs/sways...
Originally, I was hesistant like you on whether or not to drop the height on my 01 CLS. I was worried about the stiffness and the ride quality of the lowered 01 CLS. After seeing many pictures of the 01 CLS' lowered, I couldn't stand looking at the stock ride height and wheel gaps (F/R). I went ahead and bought the springs and sways from Comptech.
After the 3 day install (cause fucking dealer sux..), I drove it off the lot....THE FIRST THING I NOTICED WAS THE STEERING BEHAVIOR. It was very very light and somehow it made a big difference in how the wheel felt. As I left the lot of the dealer, I cornered my first corner for the first time and let me tell you something....WITH THE SPRINGS AND THE SWAYS IT MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE. I was swinging in and out of lanes on the highway with ease and the car feels so much more stable than stock. I was able to corner like never before!! TRUST ME ON THIS ONE: IT IS WORTH THE MONEY ***IF*** AND ONLY IF YOU DON'T MIND THE CHANGE IN RIDE QUALITY. With about 6 months or so on the springs and sways, I could really feel the weight of this car. Even though the springs/sways worked its magic on the road, you can feel the weight of the car and how much harsher the ride quality is...I'll elaborate on that below. All in all, the wheel gap in the front was almost gone..and the rear was slightly visible..well, you can see some wheel gap..but it's a performance style wheel gap vs. stock SUV wheel gap (fucking HONDA sucks...).
The reason I say it felt "harsh" is because after trading in the 01 CLS for the 6speed 03 (stock ride), I could totally notice the change in ride quality. Even with the stock sways in place, the ride was very light and made the car "feel lighter" than my 01 CLS. The problem started to show up after owning this 6speed after 6 months again. Now the wheel gap seems to be bigger than the STOCK TLS and CLS (01-02). I can't believe how big the front wheel gap is...! I'm going to get some good aftermarket struts to replace the OEM's when I reinstall my 01 comptech springs. I've already gotten the comptech sways on my 6speed but it doesn't help THAT MUCH compared to lowering the car.
You will notice a rougher/heavier feel of the car when you get it lowered with comptech springs/sways. BUT you will gain so much more handling...it's a sacrafice for ride quality..it's not THAT BAD but you will notice it..especially when going over uneven surfaces...just make sure you do AFTERMARKET STRUTS..I don't think the OEM struts rebound/dampen correctly with the comptech springs. You will bounce a bit when going over uneven parts on the highway. And guess what, if you didn't have rattles before, shiet, you will probably get them after lowering with springs/sways. I know I did (the driver side door frame/sunroof).
So don't hesistate on purchasing the springs/sways. Go with the comptechs if you have doubt about ride quality. It won't be that bad cause the drop isn't that drastic. Also, you will have minor camber issues with the comptech's..since the drop is so little. Just make sure you get some aftermarket struts since you are going to install anyway, might as well do it right the first time. I spent about $800 in installs at the dealer..and after that experience, I will never again get raped at the dealership...
I will reinstall the comptech springs and this time I will install some aftermarket struts...I want to get it right this time around. It will be worth it....SO GO FOR IT! You will have a better looking more sporty CLS!! FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
Originally, I was hesistant like you on whether or not to drop the height on my 01 CLS. I was worried about the stiffness and the ride quality of the lowered 01 CLS. After seeing many pictures of the 01 CLS' lowered, I couldn't stand looking at the stock ride height and wheel gaps (F/R). I went ahead and bought the springs and sways from Comptech.
After the 3 day install (cause fucking dealer sux..), I drove it off the lot....THE FIRST THING I NOTICED WAS THE STEERING BEHAVIOR. It was very very light and somehow it made a big difference in how the wheel felt. As I left the lot of the dealer, I cornered my first corner for the first time and let me tell you something....WITH THE SPRINGS AND THE SWAYS IT MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE. I was swinging in and out of lanes on the highway with ease and the car feels so much more stable than stock. I was able to corner like never before!! TRUST ME ON THIS ONE: IT IS WORTH THE MONEY ***IF*** AND ONLY IF YOU DON'T MIND THE CHANGE IN RIDE QUALITY. With about 6 months or so on the springs and sways, I could really feel the weight of this car. Even though the springs/sways worked its magic on the road, you can feel the weight of the car and how much harsher the ride quality is...I'll elaborate on that below. All in all, the wheel gap in the front was almost gone..and the rear was slightly visible..well, you can see some wheel gap..but it's a performance style wheel gap vs. stock SUV wheel gap (fucking HONDA sucks...).
The reason I say it felt "harsh" is because after trading in the 01 CLS for the 6speed 03 (stock ride), I could totally notice the change in ride quality. Even with the stock sways in place, the ride was very light and made the car "feel lighter" than my 01 CLS. The problem started to show up after owning this 6speed after 6 months again. Now the wheel gap seems to be bigger than the STOCK TLS and CLS (01-02). I can't believe how big the front wheel gap is...! I'm going to get some good aftermarket struts to replace the OEM's when I reinstall my 01 comptech springs. I've already gotten the comptech sways on my 6speed but it doesn't help THAT MUCH compared to lowering the car.
You will notice a rougher/heavier feel of the car when you get it lowered with comptech springs/sways. BUT you will gain so much more handling...it's a sacrafice for ride quality..it's not THAT BAD but you will notice it..especially when going over uneven surfaces...just make sure you do AFTERMARKET STRUTS..I don't think the OEM struts rebound/dampen correctly with the comptech springs. You will bounce a bit when going over uneven parts on the highway. And guess what, if you didn't have rattles before, shiet, you will probably get them after lowering with springs/sways. I know I did (the driver side door frame/sunroof).
So don't hesistate on purchasing the springs/sways. Go with the comptechs if you have doubt about ride quality. It won't be that bad cause the drop isn't that drastic. Also, you will have minor camber issues with the comptech's..since the drop is so little. Just make sure you get some aftermarket struts since you are going to install anyway, might as well do it right the first time. I spent about $800 in installs at the dealer..and after that experience, I will never again get raped at the dealership...
I will reinstall the comptech springs and this time I will install some aftermarket struts...I want to get it right this time around. It will be worth it....SO GO FOR IT! You will have a better looking more sporty CLS!! FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
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Originally posted by juniorbean
It makes the car look like a different car....Loseit wasn't lying... it really does make a huge difference.
If you're worried about ride quality, go with the Comptech's or the H&R Sport or OE drop. Personally I'd go either Comtech or H&R Sport since OE really doesn't drop much at all. Either of those two have been reported to give a very close to stock ride. I have the H&R Sports, but I have 18" rims... so my ride is a tad rougher b/c of the two. On stock rims/tires, you'll be happy with either....
It makes the car look like a different car....Loseit wasn't lying... it really does make a huge difference.
If you're worried about ride quality, go with the Comptech's or the H&R Sport or OE drop. Personally I'd go either Comtech or H&R Sport since OE really doesn't drop much at all. Either of those two have been reported to give a very close to stock ride. I have the H&R Sports, but I have 18" rims... so my ride is a tad rougher b/c of the two. On stock rims/tires, you'll be happy with either....
Happy Motoring!
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Re: My short review of Comptech springs
Originally posted by DDT-TypeS
here's my review of the comptech springs/sways...
Originally, I was hesistant like you on whether or not to drop the height on my 01 CLS. I was worried about the stiffness and the ride quality of the lowered 01 CLS. After seeing many pictures of the 01 CLS' lowered, I couldn't stand looking at the stock ride height and wheel gaps (F/R). I went ahead and bought the springs and sways from Comptech.
After the 3 day install (cause fucking dealer sux..), I drove it off the lot....THE FIRST THING I NOTICED WAS THE STEERING BEHAVIOR. It was very very light and somehow it made a big difference in how the wheel felt. As I left the lot of the dealer, I cornered my first corner for the first time and let me tell you something....WITH THE SPRINGS AND THE SWAYS IT MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE. I was swinging in and out of lanes on the highway with ease and the car feels so much more stable than stock. I was able to corner like never before!! TRUST ME ON THIS ONE: IT IS WORTH THE MONEY ***IF*** AND ONLY IF YOU DON'T MIND THE CHANGE IN RIDE QUALITY. With about 6 months or so on the springs and sways, I could really feel the weight of this car. Even though the springs/sways worked its magic on the road, you can feel the weight of the car and how much harsher the ride quality is...I'll elaborate on that below. All in all, the wheel gap in the front was almost gone..and the rear was slightly visible..well, you can see some wheel gap..but it's a performance style wheel gap vs. stock SUV wheel gap (fucking HONDA sucks...).
The reason I say it felt "harsh" is because after trading in the 01 CLS for the 6speed 03 (stock ride), I could totally notice the change in ride quality. Even with the stock sways in place, the ride was very light and made the car "feel lighter" than my 01 CLS. The problem started to show up after owning this 6speed after 6 months again. Now the wheel gap seems to be bigger than the STOCK TLS and CLS (01-02). I can't believe how big the front wheel gap is...! I'm going to get some good aftermarket struts to replace the OEM's when I reinstall my 01 comptech springs. I've already gotten the comptech sways on my 6speed but it doesn't help THAT MUCH compared to lowering the car.
You will notice a rougher/heavier feel of the car when you get it lowered with comptech springs/sways. BUT you will gain so much more handling...it's a sacrafice for ride quality..it's not THAT BAD but you will notice it..especially when going over uneven surfaces...just make sure you do AFTERMARKET STRUTS..I don't think the OEM struts rebound/dampen correctly with the comptech springs. You will bounce a bit when going over uneven parts on the highway. And guess what, if you didn't have rattles before, shiet, you will probably get them after lowering with springs/sways. I know I did (the driver side door frame/sunroof).
So don't hesistate on purchasing the springs/sways. Go with the comptechs if you have doubt about ride quality. It won't be that bad cause the drop isn't that drastic. Also, you will have minor camber issues with the comptech's..since the drop is so little. Just make sure you get some aftermarket struts since you are going to install anyway, might as well do it right the first time. I spent about $800 in installs at the dealer..and after that experience, I will never again get raped at the dealership...
I will reinstall the comptech springs and this time I will install some aftermarket struts...I want to get it right this time around. It will be worth it....SO GO FOR IT! You will have a better looking more sporty CLS!! FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
here's my review of the comptech springs/sways...
Originally, I was hesistant like you on whether or not to drop the height on my 01 CLS. I was worried about the stiffness and the ride quality of the lowered 01 CLS. After seeing many pictures of the 01 CLS' lowered, I couldn't stand looking at the stock ride height and wheel gaps (F/R). I went ahead and bought the springs and sways from Comptech.
After the 3 day install (cause fucking dealer sux..), I drove it off the lot....THE FIRST THING I NOTICED WAS THE STEERING BEHAVIOR. It was very very light and somehow it made a big difference in how the wheel felt. As I left the lot of the dealer, I cornered my first corner for the first time and let me tell you something....WITH THE SPRINGS AND THE SWAYS IT MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE. I was swinging in and out of lanes on the highway with ease and the car feels so much more stable than stock. I was able to corner like never before!! TRUST ME ON THIS ONE: IT IS WORTH THE MONEY ***IF*** AND ONLY IF YOU DON'T MIND THE CHANGE IN RIDE QUALITY. With about 6 months or so on the springs and sways, I could really feel the weight of this car. Even though the springs/sways worked its magic on the road, you can feel the weight of the car and how much harsher the ride quality is...I'll elaborate on that below. All in all, the wheel gap in the front was almost gone..and the rear was slightly visible..well, you can see some wheel gap..but it's a performance style wheel gap vs. stock SUV wheel gap (fucking HONDA sucks...).
The reason I say it felt "harsh" is because after trading in the 01 CLS for the 6speed 03 (stock ride), I could totally notice the change in ride quality. Even with the stock sways in place, the ride was very light and made the car "feel lighter" than my 01 CLS. The problem started to show up after owning this 6speed after 6 months again. Now the wheel gap seems to be bigger than the STOCK TLS and CLS (01-02). I can't believe how big the front wheel gap is...! I'm going to get some good aftermarket struts to replace the OEM's when I reinstall my 01 comptech springs. I've already gotten the comptech sways on my 6speed but it doesn't help THAT MUCH compared to lowering the car.
You will notice a rougher/heavier feel of the car when you get it lowered with comptech springs/sways. BUT you will gain so much more handling...it's a sacrafice for ride quality..it's not THAT BAD but you will notice it..especially when going over uneven surfaces...just make sure you do AFTERMARKET STRUTS..I don't think the OEM struts rebound/dampen correctly with the comptech springs. You will bounce a bit when going over uneven parts on the highway. And guess what, if you didn't have rattles before, shiet, you will probably get them after lowering with springs/sways. I know I did (the driver side door frame/sunroof).
So don't hesistate on purchasing the springs/sways. Go with the comptechs if you have doubt about ride quality. It won't be that bad cause the drop isn't that drastic. Also, you will have minor camber issues with the comptech's..since the drop is so little. Just make sure you get some aftermarket struts since you are going to install anyway, might as well do it right the first time. I spent about $800 in installs at the dealer..and after that experience, I will never again get raped at the dealership...
I will reinstall the comptech springs and this time I will install some aftermarket struts...I want to get it right this time around. It will be worth it....SO GO FOR IT! You will have a better looking more sporty CLS!! FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
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i wouldn't even want this car if it had to be stock height.
that's how big a difference it makes to me.
the ride will be stiffer, but much better. imo
that's how big a difference it makes to me.
the ride will be stiffer, but much better. imo
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Springs are GREAT !!!!
Go Sways too for the full package.
Maybe THIS will help change your mind.
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Springs are GREAT !!!!
Go Sways too for the full package.
Maybe THIS will help change your mind.
Shawn S
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Pappy, by the tone of your posts in the past, I'm guessin' you're an older fella (like me 43). The ride described by DDT is spot on. You will feel bumps/expansion strips/speed bumps amplified as compared to the stock set up by I'd say a factor of 3-4. The look and more importantly the handling of the car as a tradeoff, are well worth it. I would never go back to stock now, never. I get looks even when I'm cruisin' stock wheels in the winter!
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Originally posted by Chief F1 Fan
Pappy, by the tone of your posts in the past, I'm guessin' you're an older fella (like me 43). The ride described by DDT is spot on. You will feel bumps/expansion strips/speed bumps amplified as compared to the stock set up by I'd say a factor of 3-4. The look and more importantly the handling of the car as a tradeoff, are well worth it. I would never go back to stock now, never. I get looks even when I'm cruisin' stock wheels in the winter!
Pappy, by the tone of your posts in the past, I'm guessin' you're an older fella (like me 43). The ride described by DDT is spot on. You will feel bumps/expansion strips/speed bumps amplified as compared to the stock set up by I'd say a factor of 3-4. The look and more importantly the handling of the car as a tradeoff, are well worth it. I would never go back to stock now, never. I get looks even when I'm cruisin' stock wheels in the winter!
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Re: My short review of Comptech springs
Originally posted by DDT-TypeS
FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
FUCK YOU HONDA/ACURA for making this "sports" car's wheelgap so fucking wide!! What the hell is the matter with you car designers!??! I've never seen bigger wheel gaps than on this car compared to everything else out there that is "sports" classified. EXCEPT FOR FORD MUSTANGS....
The TL-S is a mid-level luxury sedan and is designed with that in mind. Acura did NOT design the car for the enthusiast in mind. Approximately 1-2% of CL/TL owners actually mod their cars... the rest leave them bone stock for the life of the car. So why would they lower a car, making the ride rougher, just to please 1-2% of the buyers. You also have to realize that the CL/TL is targeted to buyers 40 years old and older. An overwhelming majority of that group (probably some 99.x%) would not want a rougher ride... heck... some of them even complain that the Type-S suspension is way to rough as it is (not so much here... but hop over to atl.com and do a search).
Bottom line is that I agree with you... the wheel gap is just silly on some cars.... but that's why there is a billion dollar aftermarket industry.... so we can customize our cars the way we want
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Pappy,
try this link this is CL91724(?) car...this is the link i show everybody i talk to about springs....it is a great little picture story.
------------>the drop story (pictorial)
try this link this is CL91724(?) car...this is the link i show everybody i talk to about springs....it is a great little picture story.
------------>the drop story (pictorial)
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Originally posted by Loseit
Pappy,
try this link this is CL91724(?) car...this is the link i show everybody i talk to about springs....it is a great little picture story.
------------>the drop story (pictorial)
Pappy,
try this link this is CL91724(?) car...this is the link i show everybody i talk to about springs....it is a great little picture story.
------------>the drop story (pictorial)
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Or, you can just get rid of the Acura and get a sweet G35 Coupe, which sits just about right in stock form.
Compare stock ride heights:
Damn, those G35 Coupes are sweet!
Compare stock ride heights:
Damn, those G35 Coupes are sweet!
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Or, you can just get the Acura and ROLL OVER a sweet G35 Coupe, which sits just about right in stock form.
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Or, you can just get the Acura and ROLL OVER a sweet G35 Coupe, which sits just about right in stock form.
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