TLsMD

Well just went ahead and ordered the h&r's and the Bilsteins shocks..
does anyone else have this setup?
I did a search but did not find anyone who had this yet...
well if not then I will post up pics when I install them

CJITTY

I have HR's now..need new struts soon. I'd be curious about this setup as well.

TLsMD

ill post pics and all hopefully by next weekend

fsttyms1

Ill be ordering them this winter for my car as well. The 2 are teh best out there so it should make a great combo

TLMugen

I've had H&R OE Sports w/ Bilsteins for a couple years now and I love this setup. You'll be happy with yours.

MrAlex

Bilstein > Koni Yellow ?

TlsNavi03

iTrader: (1)

Do the Bilsteins feel better as far as dampening, compared to the Tockico Blues?

fsttyms1

I would say yes

I would say Yes.

TLsMD

I hear Bilsteins are better than the tokico blues and the koni yellows.
dont forget they are more expensive but they do have a lifetime warranty which is really good. I have read about different shocks on other forums and I have not heard one bad review about the Bilsteins.

Leo Type-S

are bilsteins adjustable dampening?

TLsMD

nah
but they got lifetime warranty and are the best shocks .....

assclown

iTrader: (1)

nyteqwill has/had them on his CL.


https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168436

pdf format. (pictures work here)
http://niteqwill.phytte.com/diy/diysuspension.pdf

TLsMD

good find..
when i first purchased them i also read some of his reviews on the shocks ..

death

Congrats on your purchase man. When is your body kit coming in?

TLsMD

Thanks man.
I spoke to TIM this morning from RAYLAKS he said it should be here in the next few days.
Also, ordered the blitzsafe for ipod and the hardwiring kit for x50.Pretty much spent a lot of money in the past few days. Next will be a spoiler and then will just save up for the next project.....

derrick

Bilstein are good enough for Porsche -- so I guess they're good enough for a TL? I went with Koni Yellows due to availability but would have no problems putting them on my car in the future.

TLsMD

yea cant wait to put them on

Leo Type-S

nice.. you finally got em?

i think koni yellows are lifetime also..

TLsMD

yeah i got them...putting them on next thursday as the kit is being put on that weekend also...

Acuracy02

Car sit slightly lower with bilsteins over the factory type-s struts? I remember back in the day when I had a 2nd gen teg upgrading struts would lower the stance a bit.

Acuracy02

Someone should answer this question above...

MrAlex

I dont think so , with H&R sport (50103) factory strut or no its always 2 finger gap ..

paul_huryk

I have had Bilsteins on my street Camaro since 1992 - they are the best non adjustable shocks that you can buy. They are stiff, but not floaty like the Tokico Blues (which I have with the H&R Sports) - they do degrade the ride a bit.

They would be my first choice if all out performance was the goal - without the adjustability option.

I don't think Porsche could get away with KYBs on their $75K plus cars - at least they put something decent in.

Mitesh80

I’m looking into the same set up, H&R’s with Bilstein shocks. Which Bilstein's did you guys buy? The “HD” or the “Sports”? Anyone know which one has more dampening (softer ride)?

Thanks for the help.

JCharged

iTrader: (5)

Sports is the one I bought. Heavy Duty doesn't make much of a difference I don't think.

Sound-Mind

Just ordered the H&Rs and the Bilstein sports. Does anyone know if the Bilsteins ship with the aluminum spring seats mentioned under "Equipment" in in this DIY: https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168436 ?

If not anyone got a part number on them?

TLMugen

Yeah, they come with the aluminum spring perches, mine did.

moofoo

Does anyone have the part #'s for the Bilsteins? They dont list any struts available for the TL... are you guys using 98-02 accord or CL type S Bilsteins?

A little confused.. would like to know before I order my HR sports...

Thanks!

colbertnation

2 questions: I see a pretty good deal (ebay of course) on the H&R spring kit.

colbertnation

quick question: I see a pretty good deal (ebay of course) on the H&R spring kit.
Will the v6 accord springs fit the 2nd gen Tl?

CJITTY

If they aren't #50103 HR Sports, don't get em!!

colbertnation

Thanks

AcuraKidd

iTrader: (1)

so whats the part number for the bilsteins?

bud760

shox.com for the part #'s and good prices

TLMugen

Yeah, shox.com was where I bought mine.

Fender Bender

I'm going with the same setup (H&R/Bilsteins) on my daily driven TL
Should I expect to be repairing these within 2 years or something? What are the STRONGEST springs/shocks money can buy for our car?

Sound-Mind

Front: BE5-6580-H0
Back: BE5-6581-H0

Larrymotormon

My understanding is the Bilsteins are nice shocks with lifetime warranties. What would they be expected to do for the ride and handling of a TL-S? How long do you think these should last with moderate driving? Are these one of the best first mods for this beastie?

Sound-Mind

No need to use bold

The ride is much more firm but that should be attributed to a combination springs and shocks. Personally I'm running H&R sports with Bilsteins, my first lowered setup. The ride is definitely stiffer and you can really "feel" the road but I find myself really enjoying it. As far as first mods go, sure why not, just grab some spring compressors and a few ratchets and give it a go... only a few hours if you've done shocks before but never worked on the TL suspension.

NC-Grayson

i know this is an old bump but any pics?