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General Chang
02-28-2003, 10:38 PM
I want to lower my accorn about 1/2 inch. can i just cut my springs about that much and put it back together or do i have to buy new springs/struts?? would i need a camber kit for such a small drop??

94_AcCoRd_EX
02-28-2003, 10:40 PM
You absolutely should NOT cut your springs. It will lead to instability, etc.

You won't find struts to only lower 1/2 inch. In fact, you won't even notice 1/2", so I wouldn't bother. I guess you could maybe find some coilovers to do the job.

ebpda9
02-28-2003, 10:44 PM
it's not worth the trouble for 1/2" for your accord i prescribe 2"


and happy 8001 post trev ;)

General Chang
02-28-2003, 10:45 PM
do coilovers ride as good??

94_AcCoRd_EX
02-28-2003, 10:46 PM
Originally posted by General Chang
do coilovers ride as good??

No, I'd recommend some good struts with them. Trust me when I say you'll want to lower at least 1.25"... and that's not even that noticable.



Thanks Stefan ;)

ifeldwn02
02-28-2003, 10:51 PM
dont cut them because it will lead to other prblems later just get drop springs or coil overs

Honda530
02-28-2003, 11:52 PM
Yeah dont cut your springs thats a bad idea. I ahve a 1.5" drop and its kind of noticable. I can still drive it anywhere and my camber isnt really that bad. It rides very well for 365. Tokico shocks and springs sold as a set.:)

General Chang
03-01-2003, 12:03 AM
1.5 inches seems like alot but i guess after seeing some pics, its not. How much was your drop job? did u do it yourself?

ebpda9
03-01-2003, 12:11 AM
nah on an accord 2" is looks good. i had mine dropped 1.5 and still looked like an suv

Code
03-03-2003, 12:53 AM
When it comes to lowering you car.....

If your gunna do it...then do it right..don't bother with anything less than a 2 inch drop.

I like tenzo's......soft ride, almost stock...but if your about racing then go with HnR race.

General Chang
03-03-2003, 12:44 PM
like neuspeeds??

Honda530
03-03-2003, 04:47 PM
Originally posted by Code
When it comes to lowering you car.....

If your gunna do it...then do it right..don't bother with anything less than a 2 inch drop.

I like tenzo's......soft ride, almost stock...but if your about racing then go with HnR race.

Now I wouldnt say that. Thats pretty upsurd to say only a 2inch drop is worth it. I happen to really like my drop and I dont have to worry about the places I drive like most people with a big drop. I just eliminated most of the wheel gap. About 1.5". Im getting 16"rims too so I wont have to worry about the drop size. It only cost me 365 for my springs and shocks and 100 for the install. Tried to do it myself but it didnt work so well. I got the assembly off and the nut on the top had rusted over and I couldnt get it off with hand tools. I like the drop though. You can tell to I have little less than a 2 finger drop.

Code
03-04-2003, 07:10 PM
coo...

but keep in mind that the lower your car is the doper it looks, especially when it comes to accords..whatever year.:crazy:

Accord Man
03-04-2003, 09:14 PM
If you decide to lower your car .75in, then go with the H&R oe sport.

but like the others said, it wont do much for the appearance, however the ride will be tighter.