Shocks and struts, tech topic.

[thermal]

Originally posted by Kool-Aid
What is the difference between coilovers and lowering springs??

Lowering springs are just springs by themselves which are either linear or progressive. Lowering springs a shorter in height therefore lowers your car when installed. It is a preset height. Non-adjustable. Examples:
http://www.prostreetonline.com/pso/p...ypesub=Springs

Coilovers are split into 2 category:
1) Coilover "sleeves" are adjustable. The height can be adjusted because the spings can be raised/lowered per demand. This is done by turning the nut which rides on the sleeve. Examples:
http://www.prostreetonline.com/pso/p...ol+Coilo vers
http://www.prostreetonline.com/pso/p...e=RD+Coilovers

2) Fully adjustable Coilover kit are the best for the money but the most expensive. It comes with struts(shocks) with a built or threaded body in which springs ride for adjustability. It is is similar to number 1, but the struts are incorporated and rated for its springs. Examples:
http://www.prostreetonline.com/pso/p...SS+Coilove rs

You stock Honda dampening system is a coilover kit. It's just not adjustable.......

Hope that helps.