What else besides Coilovers

[hondacivic1992]

So I am going to be getting Function & Form type 1 maybe Function and Form type 2 depends on if their pretty close to price. What else would I need. I know front cambers and for the rear I can just do the washer trick. Btw does the washer trick hold up or should I also get camber for the rear? But other then that, is there anything else I would need? Thanks

 

[hondacivic1992]

Nevermind forget me saying Type 2 there like 300 more. Just going for Type 1

 

[jameswanser]

adjustable balljoint for the front, or adjustable upper arms. The "washer trick" and longer bolts is certainly cheaper, but are you going to align yourself? And just how many are you going to need? Are you going to be changing the ride height once set? The point is, why not get adjustable upper control arms for the rear as well? Yes, they're more expensive than longer bolts and washer, but a lot stronger than the factory upper arm and easier to adjust the camber while it's still on the car. But, that's just my opinion

 

[hondacivic1992]

Probably not going to align it myself, and after i set my height I probably will keep it that way unless im scraping a lot cause where I live the roads are pretty bad. But your right getting camber for the back is probably better on the long run. Thanks. BTW is getting lower control arms necessary?

 

[nj_0178]

i recently installed the function form type 1's on my coupe i must say you cant go wrong with those. i'm always getting compliments on how smooth my ride is for having coilovers. Well you get what you pay for though

 

[jameswanser]

LCAs aren't needed when lowering the ride height. Haven't done anything yet to the suspension on my 99 yet, but my 92 sedan is using stock LCAs in the rear (although switched to the EX model arms so I can use the stock swaybar), and using ingalls upper arms in the rear, skunk2 adjustable arms in the front. Using Tokico HP shocks, and Tein H-type springs. Only about a 1" drop with this setup, but handles really well, and doesn't scrape or bottom out on anything. Plus, no negative camber or tire rub (15x6.5 wheels, 195/50/15 tires)
All in all not very aggressive, but it's my daily (50+ miles a day) and I don't track it or hard park, so works fine for me

 

[hondacivic1992]

Nice, I'm Probably gonna do the most a 2 inch drop. I'll probably get a camber for the back as well then. Can't wait to get them heard pretty good things about them.

 

[THEDARKONE]

Nice, I'm Probably gonna do the most a 2 inch drop. I'll probably get a camber for the back as well then. Can't wait to get them heard pretty good things about them.

thats what every one says ima go 2 inches then they go lower and lower lol

you dont need that bullshit just get an allinment

 

[hondacivic1992]

haha, I'm probably not gonna go more then 2 roads in my city are really bad. a lot of pot holes everywhere. lol

 

[jameswanser]

there are a lot of coilovers out there, but I'm also a little confused which I'd like to get eventually. So, one negative for the SKunk2. F&F seem popular, and been a fan of the Tein springs, so their coilovers are a possibility. Eibach seems a good brand, and see the Blackworks all over this site but not sure if anyone has actually used them

 

[rustycivic2000]

thats what every one says ima go 2 inches then they go lower and lower lol

you dont need that bulls*** just get an allinment

I actually second this. If you are dropped around 2" or less, a camber kit is really not necessary. Install the new components, let them settle for 2 weeks, then take the car to be aligned. Just make sure the caster is within spec, and the toe is a close to 0 as possible. You shouldn't have any major uneven tire wear.

My brother's '96 Accord is dropped 2" and he just replaced his tires after running the previous set to their 40,000 mile warranty before replacing them.

there are a lot of coilovers out there, but I'm also a little confused which I'd like to get eventually. So, one negative for the SKunk2. F&F seem popular, and been a fan of the Tein springs, so their coilovers are a possibility. Eibach seems a good brand, and see the Blackworks all over this site but not sure if anyone has actually used them

Most of my coilover knowledge comes from my brother, and is based on Accords.....but coilovers are coilovers. I'd never get Skunk2. Bouncy up the wazoo, and my friend bought a set new that blew within 6 months with only a 2" drop. F&F is a great budget choice. They've established themselves as a reputable company over the past few years. Good mix of comfort and performance. Plus, their threaded shock body design allows height adjustment without suffering performance attributes. Tein's are excellent coilovers for daily driving. Probably the closest ride to stock as you can get. Only drawback is they don't like going low, as they will get bouncy. I really don't know about Eibach's coilovers, but their springs are great. Probably one of the most reputable suspension companies around. Not sure of Blackworks.....I know they are relatively newer, and seem to have a similar design to F&F.

My brother is a big fan of the Koni Yellow/Ground Control combo, and that will be his next mod. In my opinion, if you want a high quality setup for a reasonable price, that is the way to go. Lifetime warranty on both products as well. Plus GC lets you choose custom spring rates. Its a win-win-win in my book.

Hope this helps.

 

[JohnS.]

My brother is a big fan of the Koni Yellow/Ground Control combo, and that will be his next mod. In my opinion, if you want a high quality setup for a reasonable price, that is the way to go. Lifetime warranty on both products as well. Plus GC lets you choose custom spring rates. Its a win-win-win in my book.

This. Koni/GC is a VERY popular and reliable setup. FF Type 1's aren't a bad place to start if you're looking to just lower your car. They do not perform as well as the Koni/GC setup but they're a decent full coilover for simply lowering.

Like most others have said, you don't really need adjustable kits if you're only lowering an inch or two. Just make sure your caster and toe are within OE spec and you'll be fine. Toe kills tires faster than camber does.

 

[jameswanser]

thanks, guys. I'd forgotten about Koni/Ground controls. That combo's been around forever. The ground control's just a sleeved conversion, isn't it? If I'm going to go coilover, I'd like to go with a full one piece design. Really, I'm looking to drop the height about an inch to close some of the wheelgap. Thought about the Tein Htype springs and Tokico shocks like on my 92, but considered a full coilover because I'm a lazy ass who wants to just pop a complete assembly on, instead of messing with a spring compressor. Stupid reason, I know. But I've done more than my share of shock/spring changes on my family's cars.