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Old 01-09-2013, 06:40 PM
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i just wanna no if the oem rear lca on a civic type R ek9 is more stiff than the basic civic model like the cx or dx!!!1 someone answer please
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Dont quote me. But im pretty sure there is no difference, The difference is in the springs and struts and what not.
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Bushings is the only difference. CTR's got stiffer bushings.

Other then that they are the same. Bolt on.
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They're the same, no upgrade benefits unless you happen to get some for free and yours happen to be broken.
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Default Re: EK9 LCA

Originally Posted by 98civdx
Bushings is the only difference. CTR's got stiffer bushings.

Other then that they are the same. Bolt on.
soh if y put that lca it will be a upgrade for my suspension
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Originally Posted by FredBoy Plourde
soh if y put that lca it will be a upgrade for my suspension
Yeah but you might as well just install poly bushings in the LCAs you already have. Cheaper.
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Originally Posted by BryanM.
Yeah but you might as well just install poly bushings in the LCAs you already have. Cheaper.
Its because i got a great deal on ek9 lca i just wanna no if its reliable
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Default Re: oem rear lca of civic type R ek9 more stiff than civic CX or DX?

waste of time money and effort
remember there over 10 years old so not going to be an upgrade at all

just go aftermarket or poly bushes
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Even if they were stiffer I highly doubt you would notice any difference at all. Only would benefit you if you had a very thick sway bar and they would aid in flex prevention.
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I agree with above, you would be better off getting new bushings.
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