Need New Suspension I think?

xxxcivic2001 · 09-18-2008

Alright, I'm currently running eibach sportlines with tokicos and 3 of the shocks are blown (came with the car). I have 215/45/17's and the backs are already tucked about 1 finger with too much negative camber IMO. The front have about 1/2 finger gap left. I really don't like this stance and would prefer and even gap all the way around. My question is whether or not it is the blown shocks/old springs that are causing the stance or if thats just the way it sits. Does anyone have any suggestions for a shock-spring combo that would give me a little more drop in the front and a little less in the back? Also, I've been considering coilovers as well so I'd like your opinions on some of the lesser priced but decent quality ones (basics, progress, eibach).
Thanks

jgcentury · 09-18-2008

I don't know about the coilovers, but I just installed my tokico blues with tanabe df210's and it's about a two finger gap all around right now (a little less) but it also has not settled yet. Rated as a 1.8"drop all around, but guessing after settling about a 2" drop. Running the same size tires as you 215/45/17 with a proper alignment and have minor rubbing issues with the rear when I hit big bumps or turn sharp a high speed and hit a dip in the turn. That negative camber is the only thing to keep you from having a blowout right now if you are tucked. I'll get pics up tomorrow hopefully, took some with my phone, but can't get my pc to recognize my beat ass phone. Can't find a driver for it so I must wait and get some pics tomorrow. I'll be doing some rear fender work as my tires are only a month old, I don't feel like buying 205's right now. If you get new tires save yourself the agony and get 205/45 or 215/40. Either choice should give you clearance with a proper alignment. Hope this helps. By the way, the ride is crazy smooth and to me has a perfect drop.

elementalchain · 09-18-2008

I would say go with neuspeed sports and oem shocks and struts. That is what i am on and i have about a 1 finger gap all the way around on 215/45/17/. It is a great stance.