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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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I'd really like to drop my car a couple of inches, but I DO NOT want to lose the plush ride I have now. Will all lowering kits (springs/shocks) make it ride stiffer? A little stiffer would be bareable, I just don't want to feel every crack in the road. Suggestions, input would be appreciated. Websites to purchase from?

BTW, I plan to put some 17's on it after dropping.
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 01:22 PM
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The general rule of thumb is the lower the drop, the stiffer the ride.

Check this link out, should have all you need to know...

http://www.superhonda.com/forum/f27/...allows-212488/

As for where to buy them... there are a lot of reputable online places... TAS Auto, Tire Rack, Modacar, etc... I usually just google the part number looking for the lowest price that's not shady...
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 01:40 PM
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Awesome link Finch! Thank you.
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 02:12 PM
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Looks like the Tein Basic Full Coil Over kit is what I'm after. Just need to save a little$$$$ now
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 02:14 PM
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I would recommend that or the eibach pro or sportline kit with some nice struts, cheaper than the tein set up, and will give you a nice 2inch drop.
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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Can you suggest what dampners to use with those springs you listed? I want to make sure that they will work correctly together.
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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Any of the following would be good:
KYB GR-2
KYB AGX
Koni Sports
Tokico Illuminas
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 02:44 PM
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i sent you a message about some H&R Sport Springs i have for sale... hit me back. thanks
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 03:01 PM
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Are they for my car specifically?
 
Old Nov 12, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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I would recommend that or the eibach pro or sportline kit with some nice struts, cheaper than the tein set up, and will give you a nice 2inch drop.
Not necessarily... I've put $800 plus into my drop... on H&R Race and Koni Sports.... You can get the Tein Basics for $600 and the SS for $800 and the SS-P for $1100
 



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