2" drop too much?
06-01-2007, 09:48 AM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (Todd00)
would anyone care to throw me some good sites i can check out to order some koni yellows?..ive seen 1 or 2 sites with them going for around $660.00 - $700.00...i don't know much bout the pricing for these shocks..i don't mind paying prices, because i do kow for sure they're not cheap, but i don't want to pay too much over when i can easily get them for a better price elsewhere..thanx guys..
and if anyone is selling a set or knows someone selling a set, let me know!
and if anyone is selling a set or knows someone selling a set, let me know!
06-01-2007, 11:45 AM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (JDMTheory_Autosport_DC5)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JDMTheory_Autosport_DC5 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">would anyone care to throw me some good sites i can check out to order some koni yellows?..ive seen 1 or 2 sites with them going for around $660.00 - $700.00...i don't know much bout the pricing for these shocks..i don't mind paying prices, because i do kow for sure they're not cheap, but i don't want to pay too much over when i can easily get them for a better price elsewhere..thanx guys..
and if anyone is selling a set or knows someone selling a set, let me know!</TD></TR></TABLE>
Best price i've seen is on Modacar $559.00
and if anyone is selling a set or knows someone selling a set, let me know!</TD></TR></TABLE>
Best price i've seen is on Modacar $559.00
06-01-2007, 12:53 PM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (JDMTheory_Autosport_DC5)
Let me know what you find. I have a brand new set of front/rear RSX Konis that I've been thinking about selling. PM me if interested so we can keep FS out of this thread.
06-10-2007, 10:01 PM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (Todd00)
ToddOO knows what he's talking about. I'm a N00b here, but I've installed, setup and tested two different coilover suspensions on an RSX, as well as track tested a bunch of other RSXs. If you care about handling, don't lower the car more than about an inch unless you're doing full race prep and moving pickup points around on the chassis.
Also, I just assembled 05 S front and rear stock struts this weekend by manually compressing the spring enough for a buddy to start my nut on the shaft. No spring compressor needed for that specific car.
Also, I just assembled 05 S front and rear stock struts this weekend by manually compressing the spring enough for a buddy to start my nut on the shaft. No spring compressor needed for that specific car.
06-12-2007, 06:57 PM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (thechromecoyote)
I got a 02 rsx base and i just ordered myself some skunks2 2.0" to 2.25" drop springs and i also have 16" wheels, i'll have them this weekend to put them on so i'll let you know.
11-21-2007, 03:35 PM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (Richard_DC5)
Geometry my ****! 
...if it's only a 2" drop + STIFF- IT AINT MOVING MUCH!
the performance gain may taper off over 2" .(..but not AT 2" In my experience!)
every car i've owned has been easier to handle with a lower stiffer suspension...
Canyon Runs- I WIN! i can out handle almost anyone (x-pizza driver!)
there is Way too much Body Roll on honda civics (at least the 8-9 i've owned)
Corner Dives, Understeer, Oversteer, Etc...
cure (for the OP...)
YES! Drop it 2"
+ Stiff Springs + Koni Yellows + 17" rims + Sticky Tires = Great Performance!
watchout for speed Humps! ....HUMP? (i had to take a pic of it!)
Sure... i dont ride over the road... I FEEL the Road!
but i also dont feel like i'm tipping over (like with the stock suspensions)-
Which gives me more confidence to push it to the cars limits +(up until slight loss of traction!)
comfort or performance, you chose!
(i'll be creepin by the "comfort" guys in the corner...
in my low-rider! LOL!)
Here's to the 2" Drop! 
...if it's only a 2" drop + STIFF- IT AINT MOVING MUCH!
the performance gain may taper off over 2" .(..but not AT 2" In my experience!)
every car i've owned has been easier to handle with a lower stiffer suspension...
Canyon Runs- I WIN! i can out handle almost anyone (x-pizza driver!)
there is Way too much Body Roll on honda civics (at least the 8-9 i've owned)
Corner Dives, Understeer, Oversteer, Etc...
cure (for the OP...)
YES! Drop it 2"
+ Stiff Springs + Koni Yellows + 17" rims + Sticky Tires = Great Performance!
watchout for speed Humps! ....HUMP? (i had to take a pic of it!)
Sure... i dont ride over the road... I FEEL the Road!
but i also dont feel like i'm tipping over (like with the stock suspensions)-
Which gives me more confidence to push it to the cars limits +(up until slight loss of traction!)
comfort or performance, you chose!
(i'll be creepin by the "comfort" guys in the corner...
in my low-rider! LOL!)
Here's to the 2" Drop!
11-21-2007, 03:40 PM
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Re: 2" drop too much? (Richard_DC5)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Richard_DC5 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I got a 02 rsx base and i just ordered myself some skunks2 2.0" to 2.25" drop springs and i also have 16" wheels, i'll have them this weekend to put them on so i'll let you know.
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well? How did it work?
I've been waiting for MONTHS for your review!
(why do people always do this?)
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well? How did it work?
I've been waiting for MONTHS for your review!
(why do people always do this?)
11-22-2007, 07:32 PM
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I have a 2"drop on my 02 DC5 rollin' on some stockies and I don't rub. For some reason, it looks nothing like a 2"drop. On the rear it does but the front looks almost stock height. I hate it so I'm saving up for some Tein Basics that way, I can adjust the height so it sits just above the tires. Here's a pic(not with the intention of whoring it out )
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Re: (thechromecoyote)
HAHAHA how would you get the spring off just get mad and go hulk??? u must be f'n huge cuz there is no way in hell that i could compress the springs to get the old ones off, and lowering kits dont come with spring compressors, you can rent a spring compressor from like autozone or other cheap parts store
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Re: (thechromecoyote)
HAHAHA how would you get the spring off just get mad and go hulk??? u must be f'n huge cuz there is no way in hell that i could compress the springs to get the old ones off, and lowering kits dont come with spring compressors, you can rent a spring compressor from like autozone or other cheap parts store
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