My 97 prelude is pretty much stock except a cold air intake. all of the suspension is stock, and im wondering what i can do to improve the stability at high speeds. I currently have the power steering disabled, which gives a better feel for the road.. but i'm trying to find out what kind of suspension or other upgrades i could buy to improve this. sorry if im a little vague. I'm just trying to get ideas at this point. Thanks.

 

lemme behind the wheel! haha jk

i think the best suspension mod to start with would be coilovers because it increases handling and it makes the car's stance look better.

 

yes start with suspensions and a camber kit
thats plenty to start off with
adjusting the suspension and camber will take alot of time
then you can get strut bars for front and rear
and ect ect haha

 

Best handling "mod" I ever did was getting a nice set of tires. Bridgestone S03's were AWESOME. Many people don't give the stock shocks and springs enough credit.

I had ~13 year old suspension with ~165K miles on them and it was still a blast to drive on the track with the S03 tires.

Aftermarket struts/coilovers selection can get very hairy. They are like exhausts. Personal preference. Some are more harsh than others.

 

I second Andy's comment. Tires over replacing the stock honda suspension(if its in good shape).

I have been over 210 kph cornering with 75% tread pirellis with stock suspension setup, not a complaint in the world. Don't even hear a screetching at all. Hugs it allmost like an MR2 T. If your stock setup is destroyed than replace it over tires of course.

If its in good condition its pretty versatile stock in my opinion. Tires would likely make a bit more of in impact I would say in handling at typical "street racing" speeds for the same price you'd spend on a suspension setup with a camber kit/ labor(if you have to pay).

I guess it all depends on your application though in reality. What do you want to do with it? Aswell as condition of existing parts.

 

^put me in for tyres first also. They create the only contact on the road and the Prelude's stock suspension is pretty good.

I would invest in some Falken Azenis or even their new Ziex for a good tire for a daily

 

get a good brand of 1 piece coilovers setup......stay away from ebay


Look into Function, D2, omnipower, skunk2, Tein, etc.. (in no particular order)

Do your search see what fits best for you and what kind of driving(or racing) that youll be doing and then go from there

 

personnaly i wouldnt touch the suspension on a prelude...thats why i have to agree with just changing the tires...but u can make all the mods u want...its how u drive that makes the difference...my friend has a lowered h22 prelude vs my stock f22 prelude and i beat him constantly cuz hes scared of the thing

 

Depends on the wallet. You could lower it with a full coilover kit, or you could get some good struts and some lowering springs. Start there. Then of course get all the chassis stiffening items you care to have. Like it was previously said, a GREAT set of tires will do you wanders. Lower it, and put some sticky icky's on it. And enjoy. You feel you want more then go further. A lower center of gravity is always good, but remember not to go too low. You still need to give your suspension room to actually work.

 

1. Some aftermarket adjustable struts (Koni Yellow, KYB AGX, etc) paired with lowering springs or coilovers will do a lot. Common choice is Konis with Ground Control coilovers for around $700.

2. There is almost never a need for a camber kit. A moderate amount of negative camber actually improves handling and does little to tire wear. So don't waste your money there.

3. Strut bars are about useless except for the Neuspeed and JDM bars. This is because most are made from several pieces with several places to adjust. Also, they are usually made with some weak parts that allow flex, which defeats the entire purpose.

4. Good but affordable tires make all the difference in the world. For a daily driver, I was perfectly pleased with my Kumhos. I say affordable because stickier tires are usually softer, which decreases treadlife. For example, Kumhos + my driving + proper rotation only lasted about 25K miles. Harder tires last longer and are usually cheaper, but do not grip as well.

5. Something no one has mentioned is slightly lower tire pressure adds grip.

6. Lastly, remove that ghey *** foam steering wheel cover with all the pretty colors you purchased from AutoZone. (not directed at OP)