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Sgt128 10-24-2012 01:48 PM

Lowering Springs. Before and after.
 
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Zelaya 10-24-2012 02:01 PM

How long have you installed your new springs? It might go a bit lower.

Sgt128 10-24-2012 02:08 PM

I have only driven about 20 miles since I put them on. I really like where it sits now so I hope it doesn't go much lower if any.

Teddybear 10-24-2012 02:29 PM

what springs did you use?
looks a little raked, the front seem a bit lower than the rear.

purextc 10-24-2012 06:12 PM

That looks really good!

KarKraze 10-24-2012 06:31 PM

Looks sweet!!! i had my springs installed about 3 months ago and they haven't dropped by much since the initial install.

Curious as to which springs you used.

Limelight 10-24-2012 06:48 PM

I'm not Spanish, but that's muy caliente....:thumbsup:

Mr Marco 10-24-2012 06:49 PM

:thumbsup:

Sgt128 10-24-2012 10:27 PM

They are the Tein HTech springs. Only $229 from Excelerate Performance. I think for the money it is a pretty good mod.

BuddyTL 10-24-2012 11:07 PM

Hey, Sgt. Your car looks great!

I was considering a similar setup. Did you end up replacing your shocks when you installed the H-Techs? Also, have you noticed any rubbing issues or anything else since the install?

Sgt128 10-24-2012 11:29 PM


Originally Posted by BuddyTL (Post 14123081)
Hey, Sgt. Your car looks great!

I was considering a similar setup. Did you end up replacing your shocks when you installed the H-Techs? Also, have you noticed any rubbing issues or anything else since the install?

I only have about 10k miles on my TL so I didn't replace the struts. There's been no rubbing or issues of any kind. I did have it alligned and the shop said the back was fine and the front was only off a little.

BuddyTL 10-25-2012 12:03 AM


Originally Posted by Sgt128 (Post 14123125)
I only have about 10k miles on my TL so I didn't replace the struts. There's been no rubbing or issues of any kind. I did have it alligned and the shop said the back was fine and the front was only off a little.

Thanks. I forgot to ask... How's the ride compared to the stock springs? Softer, harder, about the same?

prepreludesh 10-25-2012 12:54 AM

I am also interested in this question as well because I don't think I am ready to shell out $800+ to get some Coilovers. This drop looks sufficient enough to be honest. It has just the look I'd be going for too. Too bad I have almost 60,000 miles on my OEM shocks because now I have to make the tough call to replace them if I'd get the springs or not.

DopeAcura 10-25-2012 02:12 AM

Looks really good man. I'm just really hesitant because I don't know if it will rub when I have people in the car.

wreak 10-25-2012 01:24 PM

I envy the look but I promised myself...but more importantly my wife that I wouldn't install any lowering kit on my TL. :(

Looks great keep us updated how the shocks hold up, I ran H-tech springs on my 2005 TSX oem shocks for a long while without issue.

Zelaya 10-25-2012 03:00 PM


Originally Posted by wreak (Post 14124292)
I envy the look but I promised myself...but more importantly my wife that I wouldn't install any lowering kit on my TL. :(

Looks great keep us updated how the shocks hold up, I ran H-tech springs on my 2005 TSX oem shocks for a long while without issue.

When my wife makes me promise I won't do anymore mods, I cross my fingers :wish:........ I wish Acura would design a vehicle with less gap between the fender line and the tire like the C class but I think that's too mush to ask. Hopefully they will come strong with new redesign 5 gen TL

Steven Bell 10-25-2012 10:27 PM

Very nice, conservative drop. Maybe they'll settle a little bit more.

ROWDY621 10-25-2012 11:00 PM

Curious where and how much did it cost to install the springs? How long did it take liking the drop :thumbsup:

KGB2011 10-25-2012 11:34 PM

How many inches was the drop do you think? And I would also like to know how the ride is. I may save up for coilovers...

karlito 10-26-2012 11:00 AM


Originally Posted by prepreludesh (Post 14123225)
I am also interested in this question as well because I don't think I am ready to shell out $800+ to get some Coilovers. This drop looks sufficient enough to be honest. It has just the look I'd be going for too. Too bad I have almost 60,000 miles on my OEM shocks because now I have to make the tough call to replace them if I'd get the springs or not.

I have a 2010 sh w/ 60k on it and I'm about to install tein s tech springs for a 1.5 in drop. I'll keep you posted on ride as I am also on OEM struts.

mekoz 10-26-2012 05:42 PM

:thumbsup:

prepreludesh 10-27-2012 03:35 AM


Originally Posted by ROWDY621 (Post 14125582)
Curious where and how much did it cost to install the springs? How long did it take liking the drop :thumbsup:

I imagine you'd save a substantial amount of money if you removed the springs yourself and brought them into a shop and told them just to install the springs onto the shocks.

If I ever get the wife to agree to letting me do this, that is what I would do because I need to pinch every penny of the build with her.

23109VC 10-28-2012 07:01 PM


Originally Posted by wreak (Post 14124292)
I envy the look but I promised myself...but more importantly my wife that I wouldn't install any lowering kit on my TL. :(

Looks great keep us updated how the shocks hold up, I ran H-tech springs on my 2005 TSX oem shocks for a long while without issue.


get springs installed, pay cash, don't tell.... :wish:

Sgt128 10-28-2012 08:52 PM

I was super hesitant because I didn't want to hurt the ride, but honestly I can't tell the difference in the ride from the oem springs. The drop has settled a little and I would say I wouldn't want to go any lower myself. They were super easy to install but if I had over 50k miles on my car I would go ahead and replace the struts.

i64X 10-29-2012 07:52 AM

Looks so much better.

meh 11-05-2012 06:29 PM

Perfect! Looks like a sport package type of drop.

Sgt128 11-05-2012 08:29 PM


Originally Posted by i64X (Post 14130839)
Looks so much better.


Originally Posted by meh (Post 14144588)
Perfect! Looks like a sport package type of drop.

Thanks guys. I was really concerned when I decided to do this but I have no regrets and couldn't be happier with how it turned out. :biggrin:

LTxArucAx60 11-05-2012 10:48 PM

Nice drop!!

irischloealeck 11-06-2012 08:25 PM

Does this mod ruin the warranty?

Sgt128 11-07-2012 04:56 PM


Originally Posted by irischloealeck (Post 14146758)
Does this mod ruin the warranty?

That's a good question. I would think they would have to have some indication that whatever problem you are having is from the vehicle being lowered. Worst cae scenerio I put my stock springs back on and then they will probably fix the problem.

Kenstlshawd 11-07-2012 05:54 PM


Originally Posted by irischloealeck (Post 14146758)
Does this mod ruin the warranty?

Only the part related to suspension.
Nice drop op.

irischloealeck 12-05-2012 07:48 PM

I will have to agree with you regarding the warranty.

Bear with me. Kindly link me to a DIY thread for lowering spring install.I lowered my 8th gen civic coupe before but would love to do as much research as I can for my 4g TL.
Thanks alot and all the best.

potmilkz 12-06-2012 04:39 PM

warranty wont be ruined if you bring it back to dealer with OEM parts on..

User Error 12-06-2012 10:05 PM

Sgt, Whats the wheel and tire size you're running there?

jammerz-TL 12-18-2012 08:27 PM

Nice drop, its conservative yet gives it an aggressive stance. Something I would do myself. Those wheels look great too.


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