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02-28-2003, 10:38 PM
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question about lowering
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??
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02-28-2003, 10:40 PM
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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.
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02-28-2003, 10:44 PM
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it's not worth the trouble for 1/2" for your accord i prescribe 2"
and happy 8001 post trev 
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02-28-2003, 10:45 PM
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do coilovers ride as good??
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02-28-2003, 10:46 PM
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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
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02-28-2003, 10:51 PM
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dont cut them because it will lead to other prblems later just get drop springs or coil overs
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02-28-2003, 11:52 PM
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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.
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03-01-2003, 12:03 AM
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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?
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03-01-2003, 12:11 AM
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nah on an accord 2" is looks good. i had mine dropped 1.5 and still looked like an suv
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03-03-2003, 12:53 AM
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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. |
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03-03-2003, 12:44 PM
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like neuspeeds??
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03-03-2003, 04:47 PM
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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. |
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03-04-2003, 07:10 PM
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coo...
but keep in mind that the lower your car is the doper it looks, especially when it comes to accords..whatever year.  |
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03-04-2003, 09:14 PM
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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.
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