Im looking to redo my entire suspension setup this spring. I think i already know what kinda suspension im gonna run but im open to suggestions. Im mainly wondering what are some good lower control arms to run. I know companies like SPC make some but they don't make any for EF chasis or the CRX(or at least not to my knowledge). I know you can modify an EG application to work but id rather not go through all the troubles if its not necessary. Ive seen some Megan racing cheapies on EBay but id rather not go the cheap route if you know what i mean. What are you guys running on your EF's? Im looking for specific applications for a CRX but im sure you hatch owners would also enjoy some info.

EDIT: Please also post information reguarding shocks, springs, rear sway-bars, bushings ETC. thanks

im looking to run a setup similar to this:






Modified by ef8powr91 at 12:56 PM 3/16/2005

 

um, spc does make them...

 

Is there a problem with the stock LCAs?

 

Here's my rear setup. Function 7 arms. I think I picked them up for like $250.00? shipped from Hybrid Garage when they were still around. I think Function 7 has an EBAY store.

 

^^^ How do you like them? Your setup looks pretty nice

 

No problems with them. they're light and seem to control movement better. also the're bling'in y0!! LOL

 

A good bling factor is always good, especially when ef's get left out alot when it comes to aftermarket parts.

 

http://www.function-7.com

they have some "interesting" looking set ups

:edit: beat to the punch

 

I've got JDM ITR rear LCA's on my 89 si hatch.
I just put them on and put in Ohlins Struts for an ITR in.
You just have to use the ITR strut bottoms up front and you can run all ITR suspension.
Or any EG, DC2 suspension... if ITR rear lca's bolt up ...any of those should also.
ITR rear lca's are slightly diffrent than eg or dc2 tho, so use whatever rear LCA's you want.

Only problem is it won't go as low as with stock ef parts.
I'll get pics this weekend when i get a chance.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ukdm crx &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">A good bling factor is always good, especially when ef's get left out alot when it comes to aftermarket parts.</TD></TR></TABLE>

yeah i know it sucks right! It seems they make every gotdamn part for eg, ek, and dc applications but efs often get left out

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by TodaCivic &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I've got JDM ITR rear LCA's on my 89 si hatch.
I just put them on and put in Ohlins Struts for an ITR in.
You just have to use the ITR strut bottoms up front and you can run all ITR suspension.
Or any EG, DC2 suspension... if ITR rear lca's bolt up ...any of those should also.
ITR rear lca's are slightly diffrent than eg or dc2 tho, so use whatever rear LCA's you want.

Only problem is it won't go as low as with stock ef parts.
I'll get pics this weekend when i get a chance.</TD></TR></TABLE>

your setup sounds nice...i would like to see pics

 

i run pro-kit with full urethane and S/T sways fr/rr and i couldn`t ask for a better setup. got spc camber kits fr/rr also . if your gonna do it ,do it right the 1st time and get it over with . it took me a whole day to do the bushings but it`s well worth it . i run the softer pro-kit springs because the urethane can make it alot stiffer on bumps . its a good medium with a buttery ride . also you can run EG lower control arms in the rear . they are a little lighter and i had no change in my camber when i put them on .

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ef8powr91 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Im mainly wondering what are some good lower control arms to run.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Honda.

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Honda.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by APEX CRX &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">they [...] seem to control movement better.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Oh please

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Apparently they aren't bling enough for the stunna crowd

 

So do Eg rear Lca's work? I have heard that they work but havn't found any pictures. The main reason I want to use them is for the rear sway bar mounting, I want to know what options there are out there. pics of eg lca's on an ef would be great. I don't mean to highjack but I think this might help out.

-James-

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by usdmPC3 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">um, spc does make them... </TD></TR></TABLE>

Spc does not list it in their catalogue, I have never seen them from SPC for 88-91 either, only 92-00

 

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Spc does not list it in their catalogue, I have never seen them from SPC for 88-91 either, only 92-00</TD></TR></TABLE>

call and ask? i know we had them on our 90 hatch shop car...

 

On my 90 CRX i have SPC front and rear camber kit.

instead of adjustable balljoint i used Anchor bolts :827-84945 or 827-84955 depends on camber.

i use EZ Arms for the rear: 827-67030

fopr the people who cant find there products thank me later
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/nc...r=361

the best thing you gotta love is the BEEFY replacement UCA and LCA ball joints: 827-67245 for only $27

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Targa250R &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Honda.


Oh please


Apparently they aren't bling enough for the stunna crowd </TD></TR></TABLE>

ok your a ******* tool. Im not some ****** noob. I know my **** very well thank you, Im not some kinda poser. Im not doing this for "bling" nor am i trying to be a stunna *******, Im simply asking what rear suspension setups are being used so i can get ideas for my new suspension setup im trying to run. I dont need your smart *** remarks nor does anybody else. If you're not gonna say anything useful stay off this thread

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ef8powr91 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Im not doing this for "bling"</TD></TR></TABLE>
Umm, obviously you are, otherwise you'd know better than to waste money on useless junk like this when you could be addressing more important things.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">If you're not gonna say anything useful stay off this thread</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'll say whatever I want as long as it's within the TOS.

And BTW, my advice is plenty useful - I'm saving you from spending money on stupid ****. If you insist on ignoring me, then that's your problem.

 

cant we all just get along??????

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by PaImportTuner &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">On my 90 CRX i have SPC front and rear camber kit.

instead of adjustable balljoint i used Anchor bolts :827-84945 or 827-84955 depends on camber.

i use EZ Arms for the rear: 827-67030

fopr the people who cant find there products thank me later
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/nc...r=361

the best thing you gotta love is the BEEFY replacement UCA and LCA ball joints: 827-67245 for only $27</TD></TR></TABLE>

I was just referring to them not offering the lower control arms. I sell the ubj, and EZ arms all the time, just never seen the rear lower control arms from them.
on part numbers, I'm sure that will help someone

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Targa250R &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Umm, obviously you are, otherwise you'd know better than to waste money on useless junk like this when you could be addressing more important things.


I'll say whatever I want as long as it's within the TOS.

And BTW, my advice is plenty useful - I'm saving you from spending money on stupid ****. If you insist on ignoring me, then that's your problem.</TD></TR></TABLE>

useless junk??? Suspension useless...umm ok Im not even gonna waste my time arguing with you...i have no reason. You've been here since 2002 and I've been here since '03 so im sure we both know bitching at each other wont solve anything, nor am i trying to ruin a thread I started to begin with. The "bling factor" of the LCA's isn't really that important. I started this thread to question whether or not to even buy them. Im more concerned if they actually work and if they function well enough for me to spend the money on them. Im more worried about the overall setup people with EF's are running and that includes: LCAs, bushings, rear sway bars, shocks/springs ETC. If you didn't understand that, allow me to take this time to clarify for you . So like i said, if you have useful information that can help me and others with my same questions, then feel free. Otherwise don't waste everyones time

 

Honda ones are heavy im going for the omni coilovers and lower control arms but does this mean i need the eg coilovers to go with the LCA or not.I want the drag setup but they dont have it for the ef sucks but for eg they do.So can i just use these?Anything that helps reduce unsprung weight i #1 in my book


Modified by dc5itracer at 3:17 PM 3/16/2005

 

i will just polish mine to be cool

 

when i put the eg lca on my ef i noticed they felt a little light er .i didn`t weigh them but just comparing hand to hand it felt like they were. they are the exact same length unless the guy that gave them to me lied about them being eg lcas`.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ef8powr91 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Im looking to redo my entire suspension setup this spring. I think i already know what kinda suspension im gonna run but im open to suggestions. Im mainly wondering what are some good lower control arms to run. I know companies like SPC make some but they don't make any for EF chasis or the CRX(or at least not to my knowledge). I know you can modify an EG application to work but id rather not go through all the troubles if its not necessary. Ive seen some Megan racing cheapies on EBay but id rather not go the cheap route if you know what i mean. What are you guys running on your EF's? Im looking for specific applications for a CRX but im sure you hatch owners would also enjoy some info.

EDIT: Please also post information reguarding shocks, springs, rear sway-bars, bushings ETC. thanks

im looking to run a setup similar to this:




Modified by ef8powr91 at 12:56 PM 3/16/2005</TD></TR></TABLE>

where did you find this picture???

Is he running an Invidia exhaust and suspension techniques rear sway bar???
I was always wondering if that combo would fit together??? anyone know??