What lowering springs give me an even drop (no tucks in the rear). - Acura Forum

02RSXs.owner · 12-26-07, 01:54 PM

I have sportlines on and I hate how the rear tucks into the quarter panel. I understand it looks that way because the fenders are rolled up differently from the rear. (especially since the sportlines drop the rear more than the front).

Other than TEIN what other lowering spring gives the front more of a drop than the rear to give it the even look.

Im looking for a drop around 1.6f 1.4r but I'm willing to push the margin between 1.0-1.8" aslong as the spring rate is fine.

I've looked into a few lowering springs, but Im not sure what are the spring rates. Ive even went and tried to search in the main webpage but alot of these manufacturers dosnt provide it.
(Hopefully you guys can point me out to a godlike webpage mainly for the RSX that provides the spring rates and drop for ALL lowering springs.)

Basicly what im looking for is a set of lowering springs that lowers the front a bit more than the rear to give me the "even look". Im also looking for springs with about the same spring ratio as stockies. Basicly the lowest spring rates possible without bottoming out.

If the stock spring ratio for the 02-04 rsxs is about 280f-450r, shouldnt I be looking into springs with ratio that is about the same? if not a tad bit higher??

(ps) im looking for progressive springs for the comfort.

**TireMeltingRSX** · 12-26-07, 03:24 PM

I would take a look at the Mugen SS...

Cloud_Walker · 12-26-07, 03:31 PM

Hmm... you're looking for way more technical information than I can provide. All I can say is that I'm on Neuspeed Sport springs and they're great. The car is leveled nicely and looks a bit mean, lol. The ride is pretty comfortable, too. When I first took my gf in a ride in my car I told her about the stiffer aftermarket springs, and she said she didn't notice. So that's good. Here's the official link to the springs. I can't verify those drop measurements because I didn't measure mine.

I'm not sure what you mean by "tuck" exactly, but if you want the gap to be the same for front and rear, that isn't going to happen without making the rest of the car lean forward too far. The front wheel well is purposefully made larger because those wheels have to have room to turn.

02RSXs.owner · 12-26-07, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by TireMeltingRSX

I would take a look at the Mugen SS...

Im looking for springs tho'. not coilovers. isnt that a coilover set?

02RSXs.owner · 12-26-07, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Cloud_Walker

Hmm... you're looking for way more technical information than I can provide. All I can say is that I'm on Neuspeed Sport springs and they're great. The car is leveled nicely and looks a bit mean, lol. The ride is pretty comfortable, too. When I first took my gf in a ride in my car I told her about the stiffer aftermarket springs, and she said she didn't notice. So that's good. Here's the official link to the springs. I can't verify those drop measurements because I didn't measure mine.

I'm not sure what you mean by "tuck" exactly, but if you want the gap to be the same for front and rear, that isn't going to happen without making the rest of the car lean forward too far. The front wheel well is purposefully made larger because those wheels have to have room to turn.

Im concern about the drop since its nearly 2 inches. however I did say id push the margin out a bit if it comes to that.
Have you experienced other springs besides neuspeed?

do you have pictures of your ride? if you do, that would make it a hell lot easier for me. if not, can you give me a "finger" gap measurement on both front and rear.

Cloud_Walker · 12-26-07, 09:43 PM

I've experienced badly installed adjustable springs on my last car (Civic), but that's all besides the ones I have.

I'll try to get you both pics and a finger gap measurement. Not until the weather is nicer, though. Could be a few days :/

**TireMeltingRSX** · 12-27-07, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 02RSXs.owner

Im looking for springs tho'. not coilovers. isnt that a coilover set?

Yes they're coilovers... but they're perfect for what you want. I guess I'm just someone who feels coilovers are always better than springs, even if they cost a bit more.

02RSXs.owner · 12-27-07, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TireMeltingRSX

Yes they're coilovers... but they're perfect for what you want. I guess I'm just someone who feels coilovers are always better than springs, even if they cost a bit more.

well i always thought progressive springs were more comfortable than linear springs. linear are whats on a coilover right?

Slynky · 12-27-07, 09:03 PM

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NVS · 12-27-07, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by TireMeltingRSX

Yes they're coilovers... but they're perfect for what you want. I guess I'm just someone who feels coilovers are always better than springs, even if they cost a bit more.

Very true

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Originally Posted by 02RSXs.owner

well i always thought progressive springs were more comfortable than linear springs. linear are whats on a coilover right?

What TireMeltingRSX is saying that overall they are better. They are not more comfortable then springs but they are better performance wise.

02RSXs.owner · 12-28-07, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by NVS

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Originally Posted by TireMeltingRSX

Yes they're coilovers... but they're perfect for what you want. I guess I'm just someone who feels coilovers are always better than springs, even if they cost a bit more.

Very true

What TireMeltingRSX is saying that overall they are better. They are not more comfortable then springs but they are better performance wise.

oh yeah im sure they are. except im looking for progressive springs for the comfort.

QKSLVER03 · 12-28-07, 10:57 AM

If you're looking to stay comfy, maybe you should just go back to stockies and not lower the car. I'm not being an ass, so don't take it the wrong way, just a thought. Even then the stockies are not that comfy.

*Nikon1* · 12-28-07, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by QKSLVER03

If you're looking to stay comfy, maybe you should just go back to stockies and not lower the car. I'm not being an ass, so don't take it the wrong way, just a thought. Even then the stockies are that comfy.

I'm with Driss. I had a `94 Teg that I had lowered using a kit with both springs and new struts / shocks on all the corners. It looked nice but the ride got tougher - and any kind of speed bump or high speed turn and the tires on the front scraped the fender wells.

Just some opinions to consider.

02RSXs.owner · 12-28-07, 02:49 PM

nah id like to keep it lowered thx tho.

Cloud_Walker · 12-28-07, 04:42 PM

Here are the pics as promised. There's a tight 2 finger gap up front and a 1/2 finger gap in the back. I have pretty small hands for a guy, though.

12-26-07, 01:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
02RSXs.owner noob Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Leandro Age: 24 Posts: 920 Your Mood: Car 1: 2002 RSX TYPE-S Car 2: 2006 WRX	What lowering springs give me an even drop (no tucks in the rear). I have sportlines on and I hate how the rear tucks into the quarter panel. I understand it looks that way because the fenders are rolled up differently from the rear. (especially since the sportlines drop the rear more than the front). Other than TEIN what other lowering spring gives the front more of a drop than the rear to give it the even look. Im looking for a drop around 1.6f 1.4r but I'm willing to push the margin between 1.0-1.8" aslong as the spring rate is fine. I've looked into a few lowering springs, but Im not sure what are the spring rates. Ive even went and tried to search in the main webpage but alot of these manufacturers dosnt provide it. (Hopefully you guys can point me out to a godlike webpage mainly for the RSX that provides the spring rates and drop for ALL lowering springs.) Basicly what im looking for is a set of lowering springs that lowers the front a bit more than the rear to give me the "even look". Im also looking for springs with about the same spring ratio as stockies. Basicly the lowest spring rates possible without bottoming out. If the stock spring ratio for the 02-04 rsxs is about 280f-450r, shouldnt I be looking into springs with ratio that is about the same? if not a tad bit higher?? (ps) im looking for progressive springs for the comfort. Last edited by 02RSXs.owner : 12-28-07 at 03:11 AM.

12-26-07, 03:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
TireMeltingRSX AW's Resident Smartass Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Chicago, IL Age: 27 Posts: 28,866 Your Mood: Car 1: 2006 VBP RSX Type S Car 2: 2005 NBP RSX Type S SOLD	I would take a look at the Mugen SS... __________________ 2006 VBP RSX Type S

12-26-07, 03:31 PM	#3 (permalink)
Cloud_Walker One with the Universe Join Date: Aug 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 1,720 Car 1: '06 RSX-S	Hmm... you're looking for way more technical information than I can provide. All I can say is that I'm on Neuspeed Sport springs and they're great. The car is leveled nicely and looks a bit mean, lol. The ride is pretty comfortable, too. When I first took my gf in a ride in my car I told her about the stiffer aftermarket springs, and she said she didn't notice. So that's good. Here's the official link to the springs. I can't verify those drop measurements because I didn't measure mine. I'm not sure what you mean by "tuck" exactly, but if you want the gap to be the same for front and rear, that isn't going to happen without making the rest of the car lean forward too far. The front wheel well is purposefully made larger because those wheels have to have room to turn. __________________ The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible. ~ Oscar Wilde

12-26-07, 09:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cloud_Walker One with the Universe Join Date: Aug 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 1,720 Car 1: '06 RSX-S	I've experienced badly installed adjustable springs on my last car (Civic), but that's all besides the ones I have. I'll try to get you both pics and a finger gap measurement. Not until the weather is nicer, though. Could be a few days :/ __________________ The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible. ~ Oscar Wilde

12-27-07, 09:03 PM	#9 (permalink)
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12-28-07, 02:49 PM	#14 (permalink)
02RSXs.owner noob Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Leandro Age: 24 Posts: 920 Your Mood: Car 1: 2002 RSX TYPE-S Car 2: 2006 WRX	nah id like to keep it lowered thx tho.

12-28-07, 04:42 PM	#15 (permalink)
Cloud_Walker One with the Universe Join Date: Aug 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 1,720 Car 1: '06 RSX-S	Here are the pics as promised. There's a tight 2 finger gap up front and a 1/2 finger gap in the back. I have pretty small hands for a guy, though. __________________ The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible. ~ Oscar Wilde