prodigalson

I have a '96 Civic CX Hatch. Would there be a value in installing a 99-00 OEM Si suspension (springs/shocks), such as ride height differences, handling etc? (I'm not a fan of the slammed look, but a small wheel gap reduction would be cool)

What's a fair price for a lightly used OEM set of springs/shocks?

Thanks

K20AEK

I think your better off getting aftermarket suspension thats slightly adjustable so you can have whatever height you'd like.

prodigalson

Thanks for your comments. I've done the whole aftermarket suspension thing...They inevitably ride too harsh for my taste...I guess I'm asking how good was the Civic Si suspension? I've had two GSR's...Do they compare to those?

sicones

The 99-00 Si suspension is only slightly stiffer and might not even be noticeable. The higher spring rates will probably make your car ride higher. Keep looking.

yoontim23

I don't think it worth the change and the si suspension won't lower your car.

98civdx

its not going to change anything as sicones siad it will prolly sit highier up...

boosting98civic

I'm not sure if the back springs are to different but i changed my suspension for 99 si and it seems like i have a little bigger gap in the back than before, the front didnt change much

prodigalson

So, no lowering (possibly higher) and the handling improvement is marginal?

boosting98civic

I have a 98 coupe and it handles pretty good with the si suspension, I think it matters if you have a swap to, specially for the front

SICKEH2

good thread was thinking about getting this suspension but looking for a drop so not going that rout.

D-O-H-C EM1

well i do have a 99 si and yea i know what u mean because i had a big gap between the wheel and body.. when i lowered my car my cuz friends just cut my springs..and it still rides bomb...but im gonna change out my entire suspension a little later..if u still havtn got one i'll let u know about mine..

HCivExoo

you can get aftermarket lowering springs that do not ride stiff like more expensive sportier coil over setups might.
Tein i know sales a set of springs that they advertise as being for a lowered appearance as well as a smoother ride.

No personal experience with these springs though?

HCivExoo

you can get aftermarket lowering springs that do not ride stiff like more expensive sportier coil over setups might.
Tein i know sales a set of springs that they advertise as being for a lowered appearance as well as a smoother ride.

No personal experience with these springs though?

Bob Dole!

If your looking for mild lowering with a still comfy ride I would without a doubt get some Tien s-techs. They feels almost oem and close up the fender gap some too!

JDM-EJ7

I agree..but if you do decide to put the si suspensions i would suggest you to do the rear disc conversion while your at it..that would give the car some more value.

98civdx

teins springs are good, but the tend to ride pretty soft.

hushypushy

Don't do Si suspension, you'll be wasting your time. Pick up some decent lowering springs and get some decent shocks like Tokico Illuminas (whites). You'll get a mild drop and better dampening than stock. You might think about picking up some sway bars, the 96-00 hatches didn't come with them at all

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