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Old Aug 6, 2015 | 07:27 PM
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I have a 2000 Integra GS. Front spring rate is 252, rear spring rate is 140. Im replacing my rear shocks, and I dont have the springs to go with the rear, but i do have a set of front springs. My question is: What will be affected by my suspension being even on both sides? stiffer ride? Im going for comfort.

My question is the exact opposite of having lowered springs on stock struts...What happens if you have stiffer springs on stock struts?

I would prefer a technical answer, not a "yeah should be fine"
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Old Aug 6, 2015 | 07:36 PM
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Default Re: Stiff springs used on stock shocks

Lowering springs are stiffer springs that can be used on stock shocks.

I'm sure your rear shock would be OK at 240lbs. But...your ride quality wont be. You're going to need to compress that spring using bravery and a cup for your genitals. After which, it will be pushing up on the shock with the force of a thousand suns.

The front springs are much longer than the rear...and I don't believe the bases will fit the stock shock.

Think about it like this: Thats why the car came from the factory with 2 different pairs of springs and 2 different spring rates. If it didn't matter...they'd be happy to consolidate inventory.
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