Suspension Q

[helofast]

So im starting to be annoyed with the bouncy suspension.

Not too long ago I bought coilover lowering springs and had them installed with stock shocks & struts.

Is there anything I can do about this besides buying new shocks & struts?

If not, then what would be a good economic kit for daily driving?

Please dont tell me to go with a expensive kit, there is a reason why I own a Cb7

[lokuputha]

if you get a replacement spring and damper combo from a local car parts dealer, they should last you a while.

Other than that, I suggest OEM springs with Tokico HP (Blue) dampers.

Since the springs are brand new, they should be pretty tight; the higher rated HP damper will be perfect to reign in the spring rate.

[91accordRising]

you could eibach sportlines and tokico blue this setup is pretty inexpensive

[helofast]

you could eibach sportlines and tokico blue this setup is pretty inexpensive

well yea, but my springs are only a month old, so that would be a waste of money for me.

Other than that, I suggest OEM springs with Tokico HP (Blue) dampers.

Since the springs are brand new, they should be pretty tight; the higher rated HP damper will be perfect to reign in the spring rate.

I like the lowered height, that is the only reason why i bought new springs for my car. The big gap on the front from the fender to tire is not good to look at..

[deevergote]

Get the Tokico HPs or KYB GR2s. They're about as cheap as you can get, and the quality is decent. Either should last a good long time.

[jm991700]

Get the Tokico HPs or KYB GR2s. They're about as cheap as you can get, and the quality is decent. Either should last a good long time.

If u do get the tokico hp the tech guy said u can only lower them 1.25 inches max, or u will bottom out. If u want the real low look, u need to get the true coilover kit with the dampers.

[deevergote]

I've seen the HPs and GR2s on some pretty low drops. They aren't great, but they usually hold... unless you slam into potholes and stuff. True, they aren't really MADE for a low drop... but they'll deal with it. A hell of a lot better than stock stuff!


The best thing is to get a true performance setup. I have H&R Race springs and Koni Yellows (got it all used for $300). The great thing about Koni is that they're guaranteed for life. If they blow, you send em back to the manufacturer to get new ones. That means used ones aren't a bad idea.

[illestatus]

tokico hp arent that bad, check the for sale thread i know there is quite some people(trev) selling them used,

[new_beginnings]

Get the Tokico HPs or KYB GR2s. They're about as cheap as you can get, and the quality is decent. Either should last a good long time.

x2 for something nice and of good quality.

[jm991700]

I've seen the HPs and GR2s on some pretty low drops. They aren't great, but they usually hold... unless you slam into potholes and stuff. True, they aren't really MADE for a low drop... but they'll deal with it. A hell of a lot better than stock stuff!


The best thing is to get a true performance setup. I have H&R Race springs and Koni Yellows (got it all used for $300). The great thing about Koni is that they're guaranteed for life. If they blow, you send em back to the manufacturer to get new ones. That means used ones aren't a bad idea.

They deal with it but the ride quilty will be garbage. The thing u have to remember is u have to have adequate suspension travel, that your setup can handle or they will bottom out. Thats the #one thing people mess up with trying to lower a car

[deevergote]

Very true. They're still way better than blown stockers, though. If you want ride quality or good handling, you HAVE to spend the money for it. Seeing as he's lowered on springs and stock struts now, and he intends to stay lowered... HPs or GR2s are the best route. It'll be safer, at least.

[helofast]

thanks for the info guys, how much should I expect to pay for either of these bad boys?

I google them but dont really get a solid price, only reviews

[helofast]

Ok so I have been doing my homework on the Tokico HPs but what I find is that most do not recomend them for a lower car, im not quite sure how much lower my car is, but I believe it is about 2" front, 1.75" rear.

I dont want something decent to ride, I want a comfortable ride, something that wont hurt my back after 10 mins, but with my lowered height. Is that possible?

[Gotz Cb7]

The Ebay coilovers will.....or already might have killed your rear struts already. The reason mine bounces now, is because my back struts are dead. I've searched.....and searched....and searched, and the best....and most inexpensive setup I found, for 4 struts, and 4 springs, is 400 bucks. If I were to go any cheaper, I'd be replacing them again not too late in the future.

I myself, bought those Ebay coilovers and put them on.

[GunRunner]

you get what you pay for. so expect to spend some change to get that good ride.