2000 Lx Coupe

I recently got new rims and tires. they are Enkei CDR9s and 215/45/17 Yokohama AVS Es100s. I really hate the wheel gap and want to do something about it. My questions are as follows:

1.Will there be any rubbing issues with a two inch drop? And will the stock shocks be able to handle it? If not, what is the lowest you can go with stockers? Also will I need to adjust the camber? What kit?

2.I am only interested in swapping out springs. What would you all suggest:
a.Intrax
b.Progress
c.Ebiach

3.Is it possible to swap the springs out yourself? Is it a b****? Or is it worth it just to have a pro put them on? I don't mid a little work. If it is possible are there any parts/tools I'll need. My Chilton manual is a little vague.

Thanks alot for any help!

 

1.there will be no major rubbing issues, I've got 215/45/17 and I'm dropped just about 2inches on Tein coilovers. you're going to need new shocks in a hurry if you go that low with stock shocks. you can proably get away with out a camber kit, but your tires will wear out quicker. I've got no wheel gap in the rear, and about a finger or 2 gap in the front.

2.b or c

3. another person can help you out on that, I had my coilovers installed by a shop cause I didn't want to deal with the hassel.

 

thanks alot!

 

I rode on H&R sports with stock shocks for two years, no problems. Upgraded to Koni adjustables about a year ago. You can get away with a mild drop, but the lower you go...the quicker the stock shocks will blow.

Same with camber...the lower you go, the more you'll need it. With a mild drop you can get away without, then as you go lower, you'll probably need the rear first, then if you go real low (2.5" or so) you'll need the front camber kit.

You can DIY the springs with basic tools and a spring compressor and torque wrench.

If you go that route, I have some DIY pics with steps and torque specs, hit me back.

Get a friend and it'll take maybe 3-4 hrs your first time.

 

Hey man if you could email me the DIY that'd be great! I could use the help. Thanks alot!

>>>nitrous241@charter.net<<<
( I don't actually have nitrous, it just an inside joke)

 

Hey I did mine with the help of a friend and all the info I got from jschmid.