So like I start all my threads here I need to express that I'm not looking for performance parts or anything to improve handling. This is my beater back and forth to work and nothing more. I know what companies out there make the best suspension parts but that's not what I'm looking for.

I am looking for an inexpensive stock replacement for the front and rear suspension. Everything on the car is shot.

I found these on eBay and am looking for some constructive advice...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Rear-C...e32a60&vxp=mtr

Yea yea you get what you pay for but if these last 30k miles I'll be happy.

Anyone have any other reccomendations for something in this price range?

Thanks!
Jordan

 

i would just go to an auto parts store and get new struts. so you don't have to wait on them shipping to your house. im sure you could use the old springs and strut mounts

 

I think Monroe still has the rebate program going on right now. Check rockauto for the pricing, should be compariable to that.

 

No can do. Needs springs too, there done for. The car sits like its an awd car launching. It needs everything. The shell has 250k on it and I'm sure there original.

 

Where are you? I've got springs off an SI that I can't give away. As for the shocks, get some KYB GR-2s if you don't plan to slam it.

 

I'm from NY. I have no intention of doing anything to it other than body work and a paint job(myself) so when I'm done with the car I can unload it easily here as a clean shell. If those springs will fit my 95 cx hatch shoot me a pm, maybe we can work something out.

The only reason I likes the set in the link was because they come pre assembled. I don't have a spring compressor and it will save me time and money going to a shop and having them put together.

 

You can pick up a decent spring compressor set from Sears for like, $10. Don't let the lack of tools force you to spend too much for something.

 

Spring compressors are cheap, but don't buy the super cheap ones. DO NOT buy compressors that just has a hook for the spring!!!! get the ones that have a U bolt that bolt to the compressor. Also, these cars are so light, you don't even need a compressor.

For the top mounts, replace the bushings, and throw them back in.

Find a junk yard or someone with OEM springs in good shape. Most people will damn near give the things to you.

Shocks, just go to a local autoparts store and get some Monroe's.

 

The ones you have listed have a lifetime warranty, so if you don't care just get those. Just be ready that you may have a very shitty ride and the car won't handle as well as it did even with the old OEM stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/Tokico-Shocks-...sim_sbs_auto_4

 

I like that link. I wouldn't mind it being lower than stock do it doesn't look like an off road vehicle, lol. But then I need to buy a camber kit and spend more money.... :/

 

No you don't. Camber doesn't chew up tires. Just get the car aligned. If the shop can get toe within spec, and camber close, you'll be fine.