Comparison: Stock Suspension vs. HFP Suspension vs. KONI/ Swift Springs Suspension - Page 4

Xtreme Thunder · 08-09-2009, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by FG*newb

just got some quick questions about your suspension set up.

i assume you got your koni yellows from redshift right? so it was all fully assembled

and you just mounted the swift springs on the strut afterward?

Purchased the OTS (off the shelf) KONI and did the installation of the insert myself. After that, typical spring install.

Xtreme Thunder · 08-09-2009, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 09SiDan

Awesome write up Joey! After taking that ride in your car, i know that the Koni/swift setup is the way i would like to go. Now i just have see your car at a meet again so i can take a few more looks at how low it is. If i remember correctly it was about 1 finger less of a gap.

No problem Dan! It is great for what it is, surely not the end all to suspensions. Haha.

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Originally Posted by 09FACivicSi

Great information. In the picture of the 18's with the HFP suspension, what are the specs of your wheel and tire setup? Thanks.

Thanks.

I will have to get back to you on the actual specs, but I think the rims were 18x8, and unsure of the tire size at the moment.

09SiDan · 08-17-2009, 02:52 PM

Joey,

Whats a good price on the KONI yellows and the swift springs and where did you get them? Thanks. Dan.

Xtreme Thunder · 08-17-2009, 04:06 PM

Hey Dan,

I got the KONIs when they were on super special for $500 shipped from Excelerate. I think Corsport and Excelerate are around $650 now. I got the Swift Springs from brakeoptions.com for $240 shipped.

If you don't mind only a slight increase in spring rates over stock go for them, I really enjoy them, but wish they were linear rate and stiffer. The dampers are great!

FG*newb · 08-18-2009, 03:04 AM

was cutting the stock housing hard? or should i just get them from redshift?

Xtreme Thunder · 08-18-2009, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by FG*newb

was cutting the stock housing hard? or should i just get them from redshift?

First time was 5/6 out of 10. (10 being most difficult). You may need to purchase some tools, mainly drill bits and a hack saw/ a pipe cutter if you don't have the correct sizes. Second time is about 4 out of 10. If you have access to a nice work bench, some time, do them yourself if not, contact Redshift.

akronmusician413 · 08-19-2009, 12:32 AM

nice thread...pretty much made my decision about my suspension

Debo · 08-26-2009, 10:19 PM

what dampers would be good with the HFP springs? ( other than HFP )

Xtreme Thunder · 08-27-2009, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Debo

what dampers would be good with the HFP springs? ( other than HFP )

KONI.

I am actually going to try my FA5 HFP springs with KONI when I locate FA5 HFP spring rates; which I am in the process of determining.

There is also a member running Tokico HTS/ D-Spec and seems to like them mated to HFP springs.

Debo · 08-28-2009, 08:34 AM

I will need some dampers soon I just don't want a harsh ride with HFP springs. I was thinking Tokico Blues would work.

Xtreme Thunder · 08-28-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Debo

I will need some dampers soon I just don't want a harsh ride with HFP springs. I was thinking Tokico Blues would work.

Those would work too. You may notice an increase in ride quality and some decrease in performance. Although some feel the HFP is somewhat over damped so the softer valving of the Tokico HP may work good for some.

SteveOFG2 · 08-28-2009, 11:08 AM

sooo wait...what are yall mixing HFP springs with after market shocks n struts?

Xtreme Thunder · 08-28-2009, 11:21 AM

The HFP dampers will not last forever. They are very costy when not purchased in kit form.

Debo · 08-28-2009, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Xtreme Thunder

Those would work too. You may notice an increase in ride quality and some decrease in performance. Although some feel the HFP is somewhat over damped so the softer valving of the Tokico HP may work good for some.

good info. I am looking into a few other dampers as well.

Xtreme Thunder · 09-18-2009, 01:23 PM

I was curious enough to test my HFP Springs on the KONI dampers. Stay tuned for another thread comparing HFP vs. KONI/ HFP Springs vs. KONI/ Swift Springs in the next week or so.

Now that I used the HFP springs I need a spare set of FA5 HFP springs for spring load testing that I have fell behind on.

Debo · 09-26-2009, 06:31 PM

how are the hfp springs with the koni?

akronmusician413 · 09-26-2009, 06:39 PM

how long is the hfp suspension setup supposed to last?

fre$h si · 09-26-2009, 06:50 PM

I think shocks need to be replaced after50k miles

ebdiam · 09-26-2009, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by akronmusician413

how long is the hfp suspension setup supposed to last?

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Originally Posted by fre$h si

I think shocks need to be replaced after 50k miles

Maybe 50,000 if you drive normal, but if you track or abuse them - then less..

fre$h si · 09-26-2009, 07:33 PM

Kinda sucks if u spend $1000+ on suspension

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08-17-2009, 02:52 PM	#63 (permalink)
09SiDan Senior Member Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Newburgh, NY Age: 26 Posts: 13,168 TW FA5 FTMFW!!!	Joey, Whats a good price on the KONI yellows and the swift springs and where did you get them? Thanks. Dan.

08-17-2009, 04:06 PM	#64 (permalink)
Xtreme Thunder Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Age: 27 Posts: 23,186 Joey	Hey Dan, I got the KONIs when they were on super special for $500 shipped from Excelerate. I think Corsport and Excelerate are around $650 now. I got the Swift Springs from brakeoptions.com for $240 shipped. If you don't mind only a slight increase in spring rates over stock go for them, I really enjoy them, but wish they were linear rate and stiffer. The dampers are great!

08-18-2009, 03:04 AM	#65 (permalink)
FG*newb Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fairfield to Sac, CA Age: 22 Posts: 1,846 Chris	was cutting the stock housing hard? or should i just get them from redshift?

08-19-2009, 12:32 AM	#67 (permalink)
akronmusician413 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Akron, Ohio Age: 19 Posts: 2,681 phil	nice thread...pretty much made my decision about my suspension

08-26-2009, 10:19 PM	#68 (permalink)
Debo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fayette, Ga Posts: 1,490 Derick	what dampers would be good with the HFP springs? ( other than HFP )

08-28-2009, 08:34 AM	#70 (permalink)
Debo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fayette, Ga Posts: 1,490 Derick	I will need some dampers soon I just don't want a harsh ride with HFP springs. I was thinking Tokico Blues would work.

08-28-2009, 11:08 AM	#72 (permalink)
SteveOFG2 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Manassas, VA Age: 25 Posts: 2,432 Steve-O	sooo wait...what are yall mixing HFP springs with after market shocks n struts?

08-28-2009, 11:21 AM	#73 (permalink)
Xtreme Thunder Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Age: 27 Posts: 23,186 Joey	The HFP dampers will not last forever. They are very costy when not purchased in kit form.

09-18-2009, 01:23 PM	#75 (permalink)
Xtreme Thunder Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Age: 27 Posts: 23,186 Joey	I was curious enough to test my HFP Springs on the KONI dampers. Stay tuned for another thread comparing HFP vs. KONI/ HFP Springs vs. KONI/ Swift Springs in the next week or so. Now that I used the HFP springs I need a spare set of FA5 HFP springs for spring load testing that I have fell behind on.

09-26-2009, 06:31 PM	#76 (permalink)
Debo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fayette, Ga Posts: 1,490 Derick	how are the hfp springs with the koni?

09-26-2009, 06:39 PM	#77 (permalink)
akronmusician413 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Akron, Ohio Age: 19 Posts: 2,681 phil	how long is the hfp suspension setup supposed to last?

09-26-2009, 06:50 PM	#78 (permalink)
fre$h si Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: switzerland Age: 21 Posts: 5,976 Bobby	I think shocks need to be replaced after50k miles

09-26-2009, 07:33 PM	#80 (permalink)
fre$h si Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: switzerland Age: 21 Posts: 5,976 Bobby	Kinda sucks if u spend $1000+ on suspension

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