Wassup Honda tech.. I been searching for info on suspension an was drawn to this site.. Thought Id share what im working with and get some opinons and constructive criticism..
I picked up a Clean title 92si HB with a Stock B16 in it. Car looks completely stock an it runs great..This is NOT my DD. I am Modding it for the TRACK!
I really wanna keep it looking stock..I luv having the OEM sleeper..
IM new to the Honda scene so please bare with me if i ask stupid questions. Ive modded Bmw's for years and am on e90post and bimmerforums as a really respected member. So I plan on doing the same here and being a great asset to your community..

Car came with Tokico blue and skunk 2 coil sleeves on oem wheels/tires. I ran the "streets" ok on em but I really want to get a better suspension. So any suggestions would be appreciative..and links to spring rates as well....

So over the past month or so ive dumped some pennies into an bought some stuff...I want quality stuff not garbage so please dont recommend low end products to me.. Id rather pay more and get it right the first time around...Although I will research the cheapest price for the part wether it takes a week or two i dun care..


Heres some pics.. MODS To Date..
Super RARE--ADVAN Comp model wheels
Toyo r888 205/50/15 tires
5zigen 4-1 header.
HKS Hi-power exhaust.
Megan test pipe.
s2k Comptech intake (off a wrecked 2k)
CHROME Fuel Management program
EBC sport Rotors Front/Rear
EBC Yellow pads Front/Rear
Russel SS Brake Lines

 

What are decent stainless brake lines..Ive seen a few on here cant really find any reviews?

 

Get a buffer and buff the car with rubbing compound, then polishing compound, then hand wax and it will look brand new. That paint looks very neglected yet still salvageable. As for brake lines, I dont think there will be much of a difference between brands, just look for ones that are the right price for you and are a well-known brand and/or offer a warranty. Luckily you already have rear disc brakes, I would suggest new rotors and upgraded pads for the rear and maybe run Acura Legend calipers in the front, which is what I am considering for my eg. They are two-piston calipers, relatively cheap since they are OEM parts so quality should not be an issue and they let you run a 11 inch rotor.

 

^^ Ya the paint is really bad so i nicknamed it Pinky.. I cant complain though I got the whole car for super cheap.. Yes a day of buffing it im sure I can bring it back Ive actually got all the high end detailing products and tools too. Ive already done a spot on the roof and the door an its like night and day differnce..I was thinking about getting one of those 1daypaint.com jobs. Ive seen a few come out ok and its just a track car..

Thanks for the info that sounds like a great idea im sure I could actually pick up the calipers for super cheap.. Is there a DIY thread on the conversion? or is it pretty straightforward?

 

This is where I read about the brake swap http://www.hondatuningmagazine.com/t...kes/index.html

The pictures give you a step-by-step, and they install SS brake lines too.

In that article they had to re-drill the rotors, I think theres other 11" rotors that are already 4x100 but Im not sure. I know there are a few threads on this site about legend calipers

 

Finally getting my exhaust tomorrow.. I guess the WS2 is on backorder... So I went with the N1 Apexi. any comments??
Going to just order an EBC brake upgrade kit for know.
IM hoping i can get the car running by this weekend so i can take it to the streets at willow on Saturday.. EXTREME SPEED TRACK EVENTS is having an event an the last time I ran I had a lap of 1:40 so im hoping to beat that by a few seconds at least...

 

For suspension I'll say I love my ground control/ koni setup and you can get a deal through H-T. For the brakes I love my wilwood 4 pot calipers with the 11" upgrade. Your rear discs are good enough and I'd listen to the other guys that said just change the rotors and pads and you'll be set

 

I was def thinking of going that route but after talking to Andy at AMR Im def going to be getting a set from them.. When a company tells u that you dont have to lift a finger and everything will be handled with a lifetime warranty Im SOLD!! Ya ill be putting up more cash but in the long run its well worth IMO..
How much did you get a set of wildwoods for? Ya im just gunna do the EBC with SS lines for know and maybe in a couple months if i c the need for the BBK kit ill do it...

 

I hear you man, if you find a good product then go with it, let is know how they ride. I got my wilwoods from jhpusa.com and they were on sale for 560 (plus $40 for wilwood ss brake lines) the ebc pads and ss lines will be a good start, but if your taking this car to the track enough then I'd say the bbk is a must do, you'll love the stopping power after that!

 

i have a apexi n1 on my rsx type S.. its a ncie exhaust but it rusted out way before my hks hipower exhaust. it rusted out the canister and axle back after about 5 years and my hks hipower is prob almost 10 yrs old with no harsh signs of rust. goodluck with the build. looks good so far

 

^^ hmm good to hear..The HKS isn't too much more.. An come to find out both ApexI Ws2 and N1 are currently both back ordered for my HB being shipped from japan....

can anyone link me to a spring rate page?? Im currently running the 560f/450r Skunk2 sleeves and would like to know were to go from here....

 

Looks/sounds like a fun build. Good luck man

 

Anyone have any good links on spring rate info...

 

from what ive read u dont want any 500lb spring rate in the rear if its a daily it will beat the hell out of u, but if u dont mind the discomfort u can. id go with a something near 450f/380r lb spring rate . better to buy a coil over with a damper built in the shock to adjust the rebound of the shock.

 

Tagging this for future reference. I can't wait to follow your build.

I'm looking for an older Civic myself but considering a more street friendly build but nothing over-the-top. I am a member of E46Fanatics so I feel you on the forum jump. Good luck!

 

Nice work so far! It's cool that you were able to find a HB in such good shape.

 

good start

 

Thx.. Im on E46fanatics an e90post.. ADHDE90..lol. I hardly go on nemore since i dont have my e90 anymore e36 is my DD..

The build is coming along great.. last few weeks ive got the EBS brake Rotor/Pad/Line UPgrade installed. I was waiting almost two months for the Apexi exhaust and just decided to suck it up and spend a little more on the HKS hipower.
I found some Toyor888 for sale online as well so I got a set of those..
I need to find a couple of race seats next.. Im thinking i may just get a pair of BRIDE REPLICAs.. Any opinons on Replica Seats??
Thanks,, It was kind of a gamble and sure enough I gotta Clean title Pink in Hand as well....

 

there some nice mods .. on that ''baby'' bro ..

 

^^^ THanks..Its def a Project Car..Its taking time but its coming along...

Ive got the Engine bay Looking real nice know I should have some pics up soon..Got New MOTOR MOUNTS. A 3 Point JDM strut tower bar. and a couple of odds/ends in the bay.. IM currently Colorsanding and Buffing the car The Paint is Restorable.. Its Amazing how red it is under all that pink!
Ive also taken my car to a local tuner in Town. And Immediatly he threw out that mugen chip and installed CHROME.. Ive done some reading on here about it and see awesome things.. Anyone here have any first hand experience with it?

 

Got some BRIDE Seats in there know.. about to do my suspension..Im Just going to go with the KONI/GC setup...Any advice on spring rates for this setup?