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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 09:37 AM
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I am running my stock suspension on my 98 GS with 125k on it. About a year and a half ago I lost control on wet roads and slammed into a curb, destroying my front right axle, strut, and control arm. I paid to have these parts replaced but I am noticing recently that the suspension is absolutely terrible. The right side of the car bounces so much on bumps that I slam my chassis at stock height. Obviously this is something that needs to be replaced and since I am swapping my engine I figure I'll get a new suspension as well. Any thoughts?
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 09:52 AM
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bad struts...?
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Integra89
bad struts...?
Yea Im almost positive its the struts. Im really wondering if its worth replacing the entire suspension system, and which systems people have had good experiences with. Im not looking to make my car very low, just a little bit under stock height will do. Im really looking for performance over everything.
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 10:25 AM
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You could get the OEM springs from a Type R and the aftermarket shock of your choice. It will sit slightly lower than stock.
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 12:32 PM
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I would go with a full coilover kit from Skunk2 matched up with camber kit, it is expensive but your car will ride nice and it will be adjustable to a lower ride hight. I plan to do this on my teg when I get new rims, I think it is by far the best way to go.
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 06:16 PM
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i have kyb gr2 shocks...with vogtland springs and its a 1.5 drop you cant really notice it in the front but the back you can its still looks stock almost but it handles alot better
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Integra89
bad struts...?

x2
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