leedogg

So I'm looking for the optimal solution that achieves a tight controlled ride, but loses as little of the smooth stock ride as possible. Anybody have any recommendations?

ChicoOG

I drive over 3K per month a needed a real smooth ride as well.

What I have so far is: Tein SS coilovers. Set them at 4 clicks from softest in front and 2 clicks from softest in back. That plus the Comptec RSB. I dropped it about 2'' in front and 1.75'' in back. It is a very smooth ride, however, when going into driveways the front lip is rubbing a little too often for me...going to raise it a 1/4 or so. Also, I am getting a camber kit installed...tried having it aligned today and it is too far off to get everything lined up for best tire wear.

leedogg

Very nice looking ride there! May I ask what tint that is? % and type? So you like the ss coilovers huh? I was told they ride pretty harsh vs a straight shock+spring combo? I guess that depends on how tight you set them though..

ChicoOG

50% all the way around. I'll have to track down the receipt to find out the type. The tint shop was recommended by a number of people...so I just had them do it...Some like it a lot darker, however, I need real good visibility night, rain, etc...plus, what fun is it having a nice ride and not being seen!!

Yeah, I really do like the TEIN SS. I looked into everything, talked to a lot of people, and read a lot of these threads before making the decision. I have them on very, very soft settings...I can see the being extremely stiff if set for that. It would be nice to have the EDFC unit, but it adds a lot of cost: EDFC unit, plus new anti-sway bar, plus wiring EDFC unit... I fugue it can add another $700 plus to the set-up.

ChicoOG

By the way, you have a pretty sweet lookin' ride as well!!

ptk681

I agree I have the Tein SS, closest ride to stock I have seen...I've had coilover's, springs, etc on many cars and this is the closest I have been to stock..with 19's

K-Shawn

Tein SS all the way with the EDFC.

jupitersolo

Why hasn't anyone said, the Aspec suspension? Just curious?

chill_dog

, but you're right...the ASPEC suspension rides like stock, but eliminates the sloppiness of the stock suspension.

leedogg

I was advised that an optimal setup would be tien basics on a soft setting if I want to drop it more than 1". If 1" then aspec.

jupitersolo

From what I've been able to put together the Aspec will give it about a 1" drop. I'll be able to tell you next weekend. Will get it installed Friday night.

I've also read that it you get the Aspec Suspension for the 6spd instead of the automatic it would drop a little more. But that's just what I've read on the board.

chill_dog

ASPEC is a little more than half an inch, although a couple of people have said they got 3/4"...I know of no one who got an inch. If you have an AT, the MT suspension will lower your front a little more than the AT suspension does...supposed to make the gap the same front and back.

blokhead

If you don't mind me asking, did you order the whole kit with wheels, or just the suspension, and if it was just the suspension, where did you get it?

jupitersolo

Just the suspension, Acura of Las Vegas. It took a week to get from the day I ordered.

ChicoOG

Hopefully, this fits into this discussion - I love the ride comfort and look of my set-up...TEIN SS, Comptech RSB, RonJon Wheels 19X8.5 w/ 42mm offset, and Kuhmo 245/35/19's all set at about a half finger gap (see pic above)....HOWEVER, I went to the shop to have the set-up aligned and they pointed out that the fender is cutting into the rear tires, the camber is out of spec., and adding a camber kit and putting everything into spec. will cause more rubbing!!! I did a lot of research before purchasing and installing this stuff...and I must have missed something. I thought I heard/read/was told that, with RonJons, it would not rub...what did I miss? I am going to look into rolling the fenders...any other suggestions? Maybe raise it a little? Any insight will be very much appreciated...

leedogg

I was told that dropping it any more than 1" would require a camber kit. Perhaps if/once you get yours installed, have the height readjusted so everything fits nicely. Let me know what the drop comes out to with your 19's if you do this!

ChicoOG

I'm taking my car to the body shop a week from monday for some minor mods. I think I will have him roll the rear fenders to play it safe. Once that is done I will get the Camber kit installed....I'll let you know how it all turns out...it will take two weeks to schedule everything in.

MrHeeltoe

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Tein Basic or SS are both excellent for lowered stance, street-sport ride which is only a little stiffer than stock, and vastly improved handling!

Plus, they are relatively well priced.

Marcus

BLACKURA_NY

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Tires! Tires! Tires! you should be riding on 235/35/19 if you're dropping it. DONT roll your fenders. if the paint chips, you'll be pisssssssed

ChicoOG

Yeah, I now know...RonJon is being real helpful in finding a solution. Already have tires, etc...I'm doing research and will make a decision soon. Body shop wasn't willing to do rolling or shaving...afraid of doing damage. I really, really like the low look and wider tires...hope I can salvage the set-up.

Maddizm

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I have some RJ Devotions... and they are 40mm offset... I'm pretty sure I could slam mine and have no rub... and I also have 245/35/19 so maybe it's the offset? I dunno, my

BLACKURA_NY

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yea well, if the offset is slightly lower, your tires can be slightly wider.... i think the inspyres are +42?? correct me if im wrong. I have ASA's that are 19" +42 and i was starting to regret not getting 245's (more protection) but i plan on dropping mine and it looks like its gonna clear PERFECTLY with the 235/35...

and hell, if you need tires... i gotta give THREE thumbs up to Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ($300+ a tire) but damn it they were worth the money . did about 140 the other night.. couldnt even tell. ive had crappy tires on other cars, they dont even come close to these

ChicoOG

dunno either, I bought what was recommended by RJ. The only options they have in a 19' is 19X7.5 w/ +50 offset or 19X8.5 w/+42 offset. Love the rims and they are doing there best to guide me through this...quick response times on questions. We'll get it figured out. It's rubbing a lot now AND the camber is way out. So, if I get the camber in line it will kill my tires. Anyway, gotta find someone to roll my fenders and do it right.

K-Shawn

You can't go wrong with shaving the fender arches......my wheel guy F1 Motoring in Sayerville NJ recommended shaving the arches instead of rolling the arches, when you roll you risk flexing the paint ending result the paint might crack or might have a indentation on your outer fender. Since I altered the arches no damage to my tire and no abnormal tire wear.

ChicoOG

did you shave them yourself or have your wheel guy do it? Is this a DIY thing? What kind of tools, etc... are needed? Thanks

maxAmillion

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I am probably gonna put the a-spec springs on my stock struts. How is the ride quality? Not really too concered with handling, I just want to make sure it's gonna ride the same and still be a quiet ride.

bjtexer

go for comptech springs not too low, about 1" drop but will be verry close to stock. i've got a set put in my 05 TSX and it ride just like a stock... BTW. i no longer have my TSX, just pickup my 06 NBP TL 5AT none NAV thinking about drop that baby with the comptech...

jupitersolo

It's going to be a bitch to get just the springs. You might as well go with the Comptech springs. Don't know how much of a drop you'll get but it's hard enough to ge the Aspec suspension alone. Well not so much at LV Acura.

jupitersolo

Off subject, NEED a BIGGER PICTURE of your avatar! Go back to the other one, just bigger.

bjtexer

sorry man could not zoom it out ... i'd try

gqchicago

With the a-spec suspension and CT RSB I would say the ride is no longer as soft and cushy as it once was...it's not bad..but definitely a lot stiffer (and the car is more nimble) than stock.


Do you have the CT RSB installed yet Lee?