Mugen C

Hi There,
I am thinking of getting new shocks and springs (or whatever is needed) for my 89 Civic H/B. For those who knows me, my car is completely "stock". So what would you suggest + How much would that cost roughly to replace the suspension system?

Any shop that you would recommend me to call?

BTW, I am not a Hardcore racer, I am just want to see what option I have other than buying the OEM.

Thanks!

Mugen C

bbarbulo

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For your application, 99-00 Si springs OEM of course for $60 off classifieds, and Koni red shocks = Awesome budget setup. If you want to change the way the car feels, 99-00 Si front springs, and DC2 ITR springs in the rear - same shocks. I don't recommend running SiR springs or integra springs in the front due to the extra weight of the B-series that's built into the suspension. Those springs in the front would make the car understeer even more. I also recommend getting Energy Susp bushings all around to make your car feel like new.

Mugen C

99-00 for 89 Civic H/B?

How much am I looking at there?

Thanks!

Mugen C

imported_loudsubz

you just looking for the springs? If so you can find them cheap sometimes, less than $60, depends on who is selling them

the Koni Reds you can grab for less than $400 for a set if you look around.

Mugen C

Hi Matt,
To be honest...I have "zero" knowledge on Suspension stuff.
As you know, my car is 14yrs old. Recently, I found the ride is to bumpy. So I think the suspension system is worn out need to be replaced.

Here is my "Junior" question...what do I need?

Is springs = coilover?
Shocks = ?

Koni Red one set = all 4 or else!

btw, I heard that you are pretty good with that, how much would you charge? PM me if you prefer...Thanks!

regards,
Mugen C

imported_loudsubz

Coilover Sleeves:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454826120

Springs:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454550285

Shocks/Struts
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454656383

True Coilovers
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454663790

Are you wanting to replace your current setup with a better handling and lower ride? Or like the height but just want it to be all smooth again from factory?

Mugen C

I would say I want to improve the handling abit but not too low cause I can't afford the insulting from Cops and insurance company + I need to drive it in winter!

With the URL that you provided above. what do I I really need?

Thanks again for your quick response Matt!

regards,
Mugen C

imported_gatherer

get them new from honmda like 33 bucks or something....

try stock in the front and ITR in the rear hmmmmm maybe I should try this sometime?

bbarbulo

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Mugen C... lemme give you a basic breakdown for your susp.

There are multiple components that work together. How much are you willing to spend?? 1st of all - ALL 88-00 Civic springs are interchangable. AND del Sol AND integra ones too. NOT so for the shocks. You want an OEM ride with no lowering, you get 99-00 Si springs with only marginally stiffer rates and the same handling characteristics as your current ride - just not as saggy as your 14 year old springs. And your worn out dried up bushings - those could use replacement. This is not as easy as a shock/spring change, but it will exponentially improve the feel of your old chassis. Also, make sure your front end is in good shape - ball joints upper and lower, wheel bearings, and tie rods must all be in top notch shape. After all is good, align it, and it will feel/ride better than new. Throw some sticky tires on it, and you'll outhandle M3s

imported_TO23

sorry mugen to interupt. i have a project as well to my suspensions. i bought coilovers and i want to go low 1"-3"(if possible) wid 17" rims but i want to keep my stock shocks. is dis gonna damage my suspensions in the future if i put coilovers with stock shocks?

Cynikal.Mindset

YES!

Bottom line

imported_BoOsTd

Most people tend to learn the hard way, but thats your decision

imported_crx-si

Ya i was wonderin to i have a 89 crx si with a b series motor swapped in what would be a good setup for occasional drag racing and an every day driver with a small drop and i am on a budget.

bbarbulo

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ASTROBOY!!!! he's got Illuminas on sale NOW!

bbarbulo

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DA GS-R OEM springs if you can find them. They should suit you well crx-si

brianmcgaugh

Ive read a few threads about suspension like this one and
http://www.torontocivics.com/tccforu...threadid=36949
but i am still not sure where i should start.
what shuld i do first?
Springs?
What kind should i be looking into
and after springs what's next?
could someone walk me through a suspension upgrade from springs to tie bars.
im looking for something for street that's not to expensive, id like to drop my car a little and improve the handling.
thanks

99 Civic DX H/B

dingus8

pro kit's with kyb agx's...best setup with a small drop....better than oe stuff....