Honda Accord (1990 - 2002) Includes 1997 - 1999 Acura CL

Some suspension and brake questions

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 1, 2008 | 07:49 PM
  #1  
The_Honda_Guy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Honda-Tech Member
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,239
Likes: 2
From: Dubuque, Iowa, United States
Default Some suspension and brake questions

Well, I figured I'd post an update in this thread since my last suspension thread got archived.

I decided that if I needed to get replacement parts for the suspension I would either go with TAS Auto parts or OEM parts. The TAS Auto parts and OEM parts when compared to the Moog chassis parts were superior in design and fit. When I compared my TAS Auto control arms to the OEM ones on the car the ball joint boot and setup was designed much better than the OEM one.

I decided that I would go through and replace all my bushings, ball joints, wheel bearings, tie-rod ends, and the parts involved in the 5 lug swap in addition to what I listed above. So far I replaced the front upper control arms and ball joints and installed the Ingall's camber/caster kits. I was thinking of just replacing all the control arms, but decided it would be a waste unless they were bent or damaged. More than likely I'll just remove most of the parts, clean and paint them, install new hardware and bushings, and re-install them.

For rims and tires I plan on going with 215/45/17's so I can run a set of Kumho Solus tires. For rims I plan in running a 17x7.5 with a 5x114.3 bolt pattern and a 55 offset, not sure on which rims yet. They don't make the Solus tires in a 205 or 225, so I'll stick with the 215. The 215's also will fit the 7.5" wide rims perfectly without having to stretch or shrink the tire down. I don't want to go thinner on sidewall since this is a daily driver, or go any thicker since I like the look of 45's.

Here's my setup for the 5 lug swap:

(2) NA1 Acura NSX front brake calipers
(2) 94-95 Acura Legend GS 5 lug rotors (28mm)
(2) 28T NA1 Acura NSX caliper brackets
(1L, 1R) 95-98 Honda Odyssey/95-97 Honda Accord V6 Front Knuckles
(2) 95-98 Honda Odyssey Front Wheel Bearings
(2) 95-98 Honda Odyssey Front Hubs
(2) 97+ Honda Prelude Rear Hub/Bearing Assemblies
(2) 97+ Honda Prelude rear rotors

For rotors I plan on using Brembo blanks. They'll last a long time and should not warp near as fast as the off brand ****. For pads I plan on using Hawk Performance Ceramics. They're low dust, low noise, and great stopping power. I then plan on using Castrol GT LMA brake fluid due to it's low moisture activity and good boiling points. And to top it off I plan on using Russell stainless steel braided brake lines. I'm also currently looking into removing the ABS system from the car due to it conflicting with the upgraded brake setup.

Just a few questions now. Where did you guys get your NSX calipers from? Are you using the Prelude or Accord rear spindle nut for the 5 lug swap? Are there any other brake swaps that can be performed without having to do custom work? I'd like to not have to customize parts to fit since this is a daily driver.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
91akira
Acura Integra
12
Jun 18, 2019 08:29 PM
reflexion
Suspension & Brakes
16
Mar 3, 2014 09:21 PM
TxFireman1972
Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
9
May 19, 2010 12:46 PM
Rob97'SH
Honda Prelude
3
Apr 17, 2007 12:16 PM




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 12:53 AM.