JDM suspension

[jdmhondafreak]

sup guys, wanting to see if you could help a noob, im wanting to know if fa's can use fd2 suspension as far as dampers and springs, i thought i read some where that you couldnt, but wanted to make sure and if you cant what is it thats different? thanks in advanced

[dragonzsoul]

i thought you could? i don't see why not. i think even FG's can? haha i guess i'm a noob too :P

[Izzy]

You can use them. I think one brake (?) tube is not aligned the same, IIRC. But, that's easily taken care of.

[SiliconX]

Originally Posted by Izzy

You can use them. I think one brake (?) tube is not aligned the same, IIRC. But, that's easily taken care of.

That's correct.



(Picture posted by Highrev in the sticky thread)

The Wheel sensor harness clip labeled "A", the bracket it clips to is not in the same spot, so I just attached it to the bracket with a ziptie (a little loose). Other than that, it's a straight bolt in.

[trickyazn]

how come highrev or some suspension guru's keep posting that they wont work with fg or fa bodies? they say itll fit but doesnt mean its right. also does this mean fd coilovers will fit?

[Izzy]

Likely because it's valving and spring rates aren't the ideal, especially for the FG. But, I'll wait until Greg actually posts to hear what he says of them.

Personally, I thought that since the rear rates are stiffer than the FG's, then the car would rotate easier because of the decrease of weight we had over our rear wheels over the FA5/FD2.

[TeamBadger]

I also think the FD rear dampers are 30mm longer than the USDM.

[dragonzsoul]

longer? that's weird

[jdmhondafreak]

nice guys thanks for the info keep it coming this is what i eventually want, i found a picture of these dampers and springs on the japan honda website as an accessory, i think its the type r's "hfp" style suspension upgrade (as if it needs it) anyways i figure save up for this here's a link its the top set that i want japanparts.com : PARTS DATABASE

heres hondas website Honda | Honda Access | CIVIC TYPE R

[dragonzsoul]

what does it mean by there's a switch inside the engine room? did they mean engine bay? and how would you access the "switch"? i assume they meant the rebound adjustment, but in FGs, the top of the coils aren't exposed... are they in FA/FDs? if so, you guys are lucky..

[jdmhondafreak]

fa's are, after removing all that plastic covers :) heh

[dragonzsoul]

LOL same as FG's then.. that's so misleading.. oh, just twist the knob and you can adjust the suspension.. when i get coils, i have to get EDFC..