joeyjh4da9

Hey I know I have seen some post on here about coilovers however they have been build specific. Do not come on here saying some crazy nonsense I don't want hear I have an honest question and want to discuss possibilities!!!


I bought a da and it has blown out coil overs on it and is to the point of either replacing or damaging the car. This car is a grocery getter as of now and has yet to be built. I hate to buy high end coilovers for something that's barely going to get used. I plan on getting some high end ones after I do a full suspension reconditioning. REMEBER THE RECONDITIONINT IS GOING TO BE UNTIL AFTER THE ENGINE IS BUILT MAYBE AS LONG AS NEXT DECEMBER
Skunk2 Pro-S II Coilovers Acura Integra (90-93) 541-05-4717

I WANT SOME FEEDBACK ONE THESE I HEAR RIDE QUALITY ISNT THE BEST BUT THEY SHOULD HOLD UP....LET ME HEAR WHAT YOU GUYS THINK

wunfstgsr

I love my Pro S 2, ride is real smooth and not to stiff but just right for my car which is not much of a daily driver any more but i did drive on them for a year daily and they felt great. These are more geared toward a weakend track car/daily driver.

I would how ever look into the skunk2 sport shocks and just reuse the coil overs you have! or if there cheap coil overs just get the sport shock and coil over combo For a daily driver there great and makes more sense if your going to upgrade later on. I had them on my GSR for a few years and they felt great, not to stiff and not to soft and they lasted a few years.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SKUNK2-90-93...5Rt-ZW&vxp=mtr


http://www.ebay.com/itm/SKUNK2-Sport...DH1_Wg&vxp=mtr

joeyjh4da9

see what happened was the previous owner lowerd the car to low and the car dosnt have a camber kit. there's alot of argumentative posts that say you do or don't need them however I digress....I believ the struts have gone bad because of the awful roads in texas and because of operation outside of manufacturer reccomendation. I don't know how long this has gone on but I think starting fresh would be a good idea. I'm hard on my cars and sometimes treat the road as a track .. I think the skunk 2 kit is perfect for me...I have my car away from home right now but when it gets back I'll look and s e if the damage is limited to just the coil over..m i hope it is I'm worried about the extent of the damage....that's the price you pay for others ignorance.... thanks for the feedback I appreciate it

wunfstgsr

More than likely its just the strut that went bad the coil overs are most likely still usable but if there like a cheap no name ebay china **** that ditch them and just get the sport shock and coil over combo well worth the price for performance.

Camber kit will be needed when lowering the car unless you want to change tires often.

joeyjh4da9

btw I know the wear on the tires would be effected but I was reffering to the low profile upper control arms if it had those on it would likely not so more than bushing and ball joint damage....I find it likely that there's una damage if it impeded the movement of the coil overs...likely top hat damage as well

MotorMouth93

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Standard answer for budget suspension is Koni Yellows and Ground Control coilover sleeves, what's wrong with that?

Natsu09

Just my .02, have you looked into Koni Yellow/Ground Control setup?

joeyjh4da9

Between the ground control and the ponies and the skunk2 what does the best quality I'm not talking about budget or money but what do you think I should get

joeyjh4da9

I have to check into it will you post some links for the exact setup you're talking about I know there are a million on the market the biggest problem is they all vary in quality

joeyjh4da9

to Be honest my area of expertise is not suspension I have done my homework and skunk2 seems to be the most affordable close to track ready to go how does a sleeve over kit perform in comparison? ? clearly still researching my options. i would like the buddy club or koni, tien or a like setup high end but that's silly before I do any engine work so a meet In the middle that's still fully adjustable to lower and raise at my fingertips seems like a good choice I also like the idea that it seems mainstream so parts and warranty should be good don't be fooled I am open to ideas being new to the suspention world having no real preference or exp to go by

Natsu09

Depending on your end goal (Daily, Track or AutoX, etc...) and preference (comfort, looks, etc..) here are a few of links I archived for myself:


G2IC - Best ride feel for suspension?


G2IC - GC/Koni VS Full Coil Overs (Tein, PIC, etc)


G2IC - suspension choices help.


https://honda-tech.com/suspension-br...tions-3249817/






My DA (when I start/finish my rebuild) will be my DD, I am leaning towards Koni Yellows (Sport) with Ground Control with extended top hats 500/400 rate. I have read from other members they are a respectable setup, but its all up to personal preference.

joeyjh4da9

Thank you!!! im finally having time to dig into this tonight. I've been meaning to but work has me wore out.... I find you get better reviews on her than you do on the product website you know they seem to filter their comments...its silly but whatever

joeyjh4da9

With the cost of GC/Koni yellow being double the skunk2 ( even if quality makes it worth it) I'm going to buy the skunk2 due to cost. I literally cant drive my car without replacing the coil overs. I know I could go back to stock but that's silly the skunks are worth at least the difference in stock and my broken ones lmao.. I will fully customize my suspension when I dig into it. Im thrilled with the combination and the feedback though I need to make it drivable for now and at a fair cost. I need a reliable daily driver. If you rode in it with it slammed how it is you would cry every time I hit a bump cringing even in the deepest part of your soul.....lol I really appreciate the threads and information provided though. Don't think im a skunk2 enthusiast...I'm seeing so much more out there but I have finances so one thing at a time... remember I bought the car 3 weeks ago and have driven it only once

90Acura

I've heard mixed reviews, but the Staggs I put on a year ago with a good 10k on them have been fine. Pretty much OEM like ride and handling. I preferred to not have the lowering, but given that the springs were replaced due to the bottom 1" snapping off due to rust fatigue which had been that way for some time, it's about the same as it was. As for tire wear, this is one of the best cars I've had, with 20k on the current set and still almost like new. Apparently the camber change doesn't seem to be much of an issue, as it's not as if these cars are single I-beam suspension.

joeyjh4da9

I'm not to worried about camber considering im going to put it near stock height maybe a hair lower not much. My main concern is quality and warranty. Sounds like you got a deal I was surprised how cheap even the best camber kits are. I will look into them later on in my build but for now im going basic.....starting with the small stuff. New antenna w/motor, new cam seals, coil overs, window motor, speedo cable, led dash lights, led interior lights not going track ready just restoring it then building it. maybe clean and re under coating . rebuilt engine DEC. early Jan. ya know all the fun stuff...

Natsu09

@joeyjh4da9 your plans sound very similar to mine. I am slowly acquiring parts, tools and everything in between. Congrats on finding your coilovers.

EnjoyTheRideDC2

iTrader: (1)

You wont get stock ride height with Pro SII's.

No matter how minimal you decide to lower your car, there will be additional camber at the wheels. As mentioned by most, improper toe will kill your tires much faster than camber.

wunfstgsr

Very true. I recently got a ticket for being to low, cop was just trying to be a dick cause he couldnt find anything else to give me a ticket for and my car wasnt even lowered that much just a lil bit over the tires.

I raised my Pro S 2 suspention to the highest height setting, Looks just a hair bit lower than what a stock ITR looks. But my rear tires got eaten up pretty quick within a weak or two, Not sure exactly why for i diddnt have a camber kit in the rear before when it was lowered for a few months but maybe it just got real bad or wore out faster when i raised it. Needless to say im looking to get a set for the front and rear soon after just buying new tires.

blackeg

I will agree to this. my drivers side rear had some toe issues and it scalloped the inner treads pretty bad within a few weeks

joeyjh4da9

well a camber kit is cheap why wouldn't you run one if you plan on lowering it?? mine was already lowered when I bought it and a kit is cheaper than a pair of toyo z rated tires so I guess il put a camber kit on it if its eating tires that quickly....my question is what camber kits are worth a **** all I see is names for brands and nothing making one more reputable than the other...


SO what do you need?


-adjustable upper control arms Skunk2 Pro-Series Camber Kit - Front - Import Replacement Parts, LLC


-rear camber https://www.jhpusa.com/store/pc/view...?idproduct=681


would this suffice or am I completely missing the idea?

joeyjh4da9

my pic post?

joeyjh4da9

I'm a member and it's still not posting pics what givs? am I doing it wrong?

wunfstgsr

Buddyclub is a brand you can trust with Honda.

joeyjh4da9

yeah if you have a 94-01 1integra

wunfstgsr

Well if your not going to lower it much i wouldnt even get them i hear its the Toe that mostly wears out the tires not camber as much. But theres nothing wrong with what skunk2 makes and there alpha set is affordable.

Save the time and money and just get the Pro S 2 or Pro C if you plan to get seriouse in the future on your suspention, Set it up where you want it then when you want to drop it more aggressive then do it. Its goes with that saying "if your gonna do it, do it right the first time!"

What front upper camber kits work well? - Team Integra Forums - Team Integra