need HELP with SUPENSION/shocks
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need HELP with SUPENSION/shocks hey guys im new at this so dont mind me, but please do help me.
I have a 96 honda civic 4dr EX, and my back right socks are pretty bad, and im looking forward to replacing all of the cars suspension before ot gets worst. I also want to lower my ride.
I have been doing a lil research on what really needs to be changed pn the car, when i look online, i see coil overs, springs, shocks, shock obsorbers, im not really sure what any of this stuff does, thats why i need help. can anyone tell me what it is that i need to purchase to fix this problems and then what i need to purchase to lower my car
I have a 96 honda civic 4dr EX, and my back right socks are pretty bad, and im looking forward to replacing all of the cars suspension before ot gets worst. I also want to lower my ride.
I have been doing a lil research on what really needs to be changed pn the car, when i look online, i see coil overs, springs, shocks, shock obsorbers, im not really sure what any of this stuff does, thats why i need help. can anyone tell me what it is that i need to purchase to fix this problems and then what i need to purchase to lower my car
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Re: need HELP with SUPENSION/shocks
Springs - fairly comfortable ride, set height ~$100-$200
Sleeved coilovers - ride is usually rough/bouncy, adjustable height ~$300
True Coilovers - coilover and shock in one designed to work together giving a great ride. adjustable height ~$800-$1300
You have plenty of options when upgrading this part of your suspension.
- Springs with OEM dampers
- Springs with aftermarket dampers
- Sleeved coilovers with OEM dampers
- Sleeved coilovers with aftermarket dampers
- Full coilovers with non-independent height adjustment
- Full coilover with independent height adjustment
Sleeved coilovers do not come with dampers. They are adjustable springs.
Full coilovers are dampers and springs designed to work together. No need to get aftermarket dampers.
Don’t run the OEM dampers with any lowering springs. Progressive rate springs don’t have a definitive spring rate because as their compressed their rate will increase, although they will be more comfortable than a linear rate spring, which rate will always stay constant. You also risk your OEM shocks weakening and blowing over time, consequently making your car unsafe to drive.
If you are only driving you car on the street and you will never see the track or any type of competition then a “pre-built” coilover is probably fine for you. If you want the absolute best out of your car and can take the car there then I would say stay away from most of the “pre-built” coilover kits. Either way it won’t matter if this is a street car you will never get the max out of your suspension on the street, and chances are your car isn’t properly prepared anyway, why is this, you don’t know what adds that last 10th of a second unless your timed.
YES YOU NEED A CAMBER KIT.
Sleeved coilovers - ride is usually rough/bouncy, adjustable height ~$300
True Coilovers - coilover and shock in one designed to work together giving a great ride. adjustable height ~$800-$1300
You have plenty of options when upgrading this part of your suspension.
- Springs with OEM dampers
- Springs with aftermarket dampers
- Sleeved coilovers with OEM dampers
- Sleeved coilovers with aftermarket dampers
- Full coilovers with non-independent height adjustment
- Full coilover with independent height adjustment
Sleeved coilovers do not come with dampers. They are adjustable springs.
Full coilovers are dampers and springs designed to work together. No need to get aftermarket dampers.
Don’t run the OEM dampers with any lowering springs. Progressive rate springs don’t have a definitive spring rate because as their compressed their rate will increase, although they will be more comfortable than a linear rate spring, which rate will always stay constant. You also risk your OEM shocks weakening and blowing over time, consequently making your car unsafe to drive.
If you are only driving you car on the street and you will never see the track or any type of competition then a “pre-built” coilover is probably fine for you. If you want the absolute best out of your car and can take the car there then I would say stay away from most of the “pre-built” coilover kits. Either way it won’t matter if this is a street car you will never get the max out of your suspension on the street, and chances are your car isn’t properly prepared anyway, why is this, you don’t know what adds that last 10th of a second unless your timed.
YES YOU NEED A CAMBER KIT.
