Rep Power: 0

so I've recently ordered tokico hp struts and tein s tech springs of eBay for a total of about 550$. i've searched a lot around the forum and it seems to be a good setup for a nice drop. i live in Canada so i don't want to go any lower than 1.5' inch. i didn't order a camber kit yet, but i will after the installation. anyway, i have a few questions that need to be answered if you guys don't mind.

1) is it really necessary to cut the bump stops?

2) am i missing anything else that i need to buy except for camber kit?

&& i've seen the diy on how to set up springs and all but im scared something wrong might happen during the install. and what if i get popping sound like most civic members does after installation. should i take it to the shop??

Thanks

 
Rep Power: 285

DIY it, but clean the bolts off with a bit of brake cleaner and soak them in PB Blaster once a day for a few days before you attempt the install.

The popping sound many people get is caused by their tie rod ends being damaged during the install, it's not really avoidable whether you take it to a shop or DIY. The other common cause of popping is the spring being aligned improperly, but that takes 5 minutes to fix.

1.) I didn't cut my bump stops and I've never had a problem, plenty of travel still.
2.) I would seriously consider upgrading to ES LCA bushings, if your spring install goes well you could probably pull you LCAs yourself too.

 
Rep Power: 368

yup, at the least the compiance bushings, have them in hand, or you could just lift the car and inspect them now
potentially, the top mounts too.

 
Rep Power: 0

thanks for the advice, but all the item you guys mentioned aren't mandatory for the install right?

&& does the top mount fit or do i have to get a new one?

 
Rep Power: 368

not required until they start making noises later on

the springs are made to fit the stock, so they should work

 
Rep Power: 353

you should get a camber kit and install it WHILE you are installing ur suspension.

it'll save you the time of having to tear ur car apart again.

then you can go get an alignment

 
Rep Power: 0

yeah thanks, is there any diy on how to install a camber it? is it easier than installing springs? and what about rubbing, i heard a lot people lower their car and their wheel rubs, do i have to worry about that?

 
Rep Power: 368

camber kit is 3 bolts. just torque to specs.
wheels - depend what you have. there are guys around with 19" and don't rub