Flipster23

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Someone say steelies I got them on rite now

pnoi521

steelies

Misdby1

Hey! I wish I would have known about you guys! Lately i've seen a couple of AZINE rides, most recently an RL with a set of RJ's.

I need help from someone local. My 01 CL-S is wearing the inside and outsides off the front tires, especially the driver's side. Has anyone had this problem and what did they do / where did they take it? Andre at Midnight Perfomance is going to look at it on wednesday.

Thanks!
Matt

aznboi2424

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1. Who are you? lol
2. is that midnight performance in rancho off sunrise?
3. for uneven tire wear, try getting an alignment first. your shocks maybe gone too.

Misdby1

1) Matt - we've never met.
2) Yes
3) Did that and the numbers came back perfect. The standard "bounce test" doens't reveal any immediate problem with the shocks. There are no evident leaks but with 162k+ on the car, I imagine there could be a lot wrong.

SodaLuvr

The only way to accurately measure shock absorber performance (on-the-vehicle) is with a Hunter SA400:

http://www.hunter.com/PUB/undercar/4187T/index.htm

But at 162k+, the are probably toast. However, failed shocks usually causes feathering.

For suspension work, the guys at Les Schwab in Elk Grove are fantastic. Only the ones in Elk Grove though.

Misdby1

Wow - that was certainly a good use of information. I don't disagree with you that they're shot, but would like to know because changing struts aren't an easy under taking.

SodaLuvr

Struts are fairly easy work. I can probably knock out a set of fronts and rears in under two hours if I really hustled. Get a buddy to help you and you can have all four done for under $250.

aznboi2424

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compressor helps tons and a spring compressor is needed. Its not too bad once you know what your doing. I saw a friend tackle it, no special tools needed. I'll even take out the rear seat for you to get you started.

so the middle of the tires have good thread depth while the sides are worn?

midnight performance is a good shop. The former owner, warren, did my 105k for me while Sodaluvr and me were there

aznboi2424

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Misdby1

Thanks!

What did you guys put under your cars for struts / springs?

The wear mimics underinflated tires but they aren't underinflated. The stock sizes wore out in the same way the new tires did. I thought it was because of the way I was driving but it isn't.

valeratj

For lowering springs, Koni Yellow shocks is what I have and recommend. If you want to roll on stock springs, Tokico blue series shocks should be ok.

Misdby1

Can I rent a spring compressor?

valeratj

yea, autozone gives 1 to u for like a $50 deposit and its all returned when u return the tool.

pnoi521

wow... lol Val's back

Flipster23

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Carlo I have to call guy about ur tires 2morro

pnoi521

k Thanks

2Morrow

Hilarious.

Hey what part of the Syphliss Heights do you live ?
I am in that part of town a lot.

aznboi2424

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Sup Val

Im running stock shocks on my H Techs. I had them on when I had my S-techs too but thats probably why I scraped in the front. I plan on tokico blues next for me.

Red Voodoo

Tokico Blues and the S-Techs are what I run on my car. A great set-up, IMO. The ride is just off from stock, which was my goal.

Misdby1

I've done all my own work on cars but have never kept a car long enough to change the struts. I don't have access to a shop anymore, but I am glad my question amused you.

I live over near Sylvan Corners. Bring over a spring compressor.

Where did you guys buy your stuff? Online or locally?

aznboi2424

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both but it depends what you wanna buy.

Misdby1

Well if i'm going to remove the springs to do the struts, i might as well do springs too. Where do you recommend?

SodaLuvr

If you are stock or close to stock, Monroe Sensa-tracks are tough to beat for the warranty and for the price (especially the constant promotions).

Misdby1

Thank you. I am currently stock on 19's. It looks ridiculous. I want to drop it.

Flipster23

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I get my stuff online or stores depending on what it is and sometime I get hooked up so yea....

Flipster23

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so changing my fogs out a little earlier and found out my front bumper is cracked..so if anyone sees a 02-03 TL front bumper for sale let me kno

aznboi2424

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for 19's you would probably get a subtle drop like H-Techs. anything below 1.5 inches and your looking at rubbing

aznboi2424

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https://acurazine.com/forums/norcal-309/car-meet-bbq-raffle-fairfield-773281/

Flipster23

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stock on 19's get coils and u will be good...

kuz look u get SPrings they gor from 150-300 150 used 300 new then shocks depending on shocks Tokico blue 350 brand new koni yellow 500+...

Coilovers 400+

aznboi2424

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get henry's coils? he's local too

Misdby1

Okay, where do I go to get them?

aznboi2424

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oops I just checked and it seems like he sold them already a couple of days ago.

Flipster23

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U can get coils anywhere check the Black market on here..

Flipster23

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hahahha fail there are 3 ppl standing outside at Best Buy in EG waiting for midnight release for Avatar!!!

I never even seen that movie I wonder if Redbox will get it Gary do u kno LOL!

aznboi2424

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you were watching fox 40 too huh?

naw i dont, i havent watched it either.

2Morrow

^^^ Dont sweat it, I didnt think it was as good as all the hype indicated.

aznboi2424

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everyone that i've met that watched it says it was really good

Flipster23

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Everyone I met said it was good too but thats not my type of movie just like clash of the titans u wouldnt see me watching that either

valeratj

Hey guys. Gary, H-techs are claimed to be designed for OEM shocks. I don't know how true that is. Also a LOT of tsx owners complain about Tokico blues being bouncy and stiff. Maybe it has something to do with how big the drop is? But good luck there.