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AGX or GR-2 for basic set-up

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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 06:54 PM
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Default AGX or GR-2 for basic set-up

Ive been researching through H-T for about five months trying to come up with a decent combo for suspension. I just received my H&R Sports in the mail today so I'm trying to figure what type of shocks I should go with.

1999 Civic EX Coupe. I bought this car already lowered with cheap sleeved coilovers and all four blown shocks...hey I was 16 what did I know. My main concern is a comfortable ride with very little concern toward performance. I had originally already decided on the AGX's but I'm not sure if I need them at this point.

Basically I just want to know if the GR-2's are sufficient to handle a 1.6" drop? I never race, go to the track, etc. It is just my daily driver that I want to have a more aggressive stance. Thanks for any feedback.
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 07:00 PM
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Default Re: AGX or GR-2 for basic set-up (moeamaya)

GR-2's will get fine, but you will enjoy the AGX more because you can make the ride soft or stiff...they are only like $100 more for the set...i'd go with AGX.
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 07:01 PM
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id go AGX
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 07:04 PM
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Default Re: AGX or GR-2 for basic set-up (moeamaya)

I have Tein S-Techs, which is similar to your H&R, with AGX, and I love the adjustability. I'd say go with the AGX...
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 09:45 PM
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i just got some agx paired to comptech sport springs a couple months ago, and they are great. at 1f 1r they drive almost like stock, mushiness and all. for daily driving theyre set at 2/4, and i live in a rural area. its not that harsh, and it pays off in those turns. agx
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 10:21 PM
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for an additional 100 bucks or less go with the AGX. Ilove mine. I have a H22/civic and they're perfect..
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 11:05 PM
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how much are gr2s? i got my agx for 305 shipped from ebay. best bang for your buck in the shocks market imo
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Old Jul 13, 2004 | 12:48 AM
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Aren't the tokico illuminas > kyb agx ??

wondering
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Old Jul 13, 2004 | 12:59 PM
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i think they are a step up, but the illuminas are like 100 more, and the difference in performance isnt worth it. what i heard anyways.
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