Eibach Sportlines (1.5" drop around) REVIEW

[Hondahawaii777]

Well, let me first say that the drop looks SEX! Its perfect...its even and puts the wheels just under the fender. I have to say out of all the drops I have had in my life (with springs) this would have to be the most impressive looking. I dont think it could have been more perfect, even with coilovers.

However, the ride is not as good. I noticed before hand that the car was bumpy, we have a stiff OEM suspension. Not to mention the fact the rear suspension is european-style with the spring and struts separate and not 'inside' each other. That, mixed with REAL double wishbone suspension for the front was a tad stiff. With these springs, though, its MUCH worse (if you want to call it worse, i'm sure some would like it) and its almost at the point where I want it switched out. I am going to wait for a month or so and see if I am able to get use to it, but I really am unaware of what the outcome will be.

All in all, for looks, its a 9-10, for ride, its 5-6.....

EDIT: Pics with the Volks on at the top of page 4






Anyone else have these? What is your take? I am riding on stock shocks and struts....eventually, when Koni does their thing, I will get those....but I dont expect a huge difference. I hear that the tire pressure may be too high...I suppose I will check it, even though the dealership filled mine with NITROGEN...lol

[Chase]

hows your camber?

[brooklynscat69]

Originally Posted by Chase

hows your camber?

+1

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by Chase

hows your camber?

Under 1 degree...for performance wise, its fine...there isnt a need for a camber kit with it...the tires, in time, will recognize a small amount of uneven wear, but I will want new tires by then anyway...

These go on in a few days

[Chase]

I like the ride really really bumpy, is that how this is?

[caveman74]

Give your tires a good 3 months and you will see inner wear. Mine did!

[Lx_Racer]

Thanx posting pics i just got a price quote for those and now def going to get them

[OMGWTFBBQIMDEREK]

Nice rims. Volks FTW!

[airportguy770]

I have the sportlines, and I have to agree I love the drop. As far as the ride being harsh, just give it time. I've had mine on for close to 6-7 months now. My stock struts and shocks have wore in enough to give me a perfect ride.

[ILL FG2]

Looks good, I have the same springs... I for one love the firm ride, but I can see where some people would dislike it.

These are definitely the best looking spring drop out there.

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by Lx_Racer

Thanx posting pics i just got a price quote for those and now def going to get them

Yeah man, they were worth it....good luck

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by ILL FG2

Looks good, I have the same springs... I for one love the firm ride, but I can see where some people would dislike it.

These are definitely the best looking spring drop out there.

yeah, its a little harsh....maybe more than what I expected, thanks for the info!

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by Chase

I like the ride really really bumpy, is that how this is?

I am not sure if "bumpy" is what I would chose to describe it....stiff....bumpy maybe...

[rippars]

nice drop... cant wait to get the pro kit on mine. did you get your stuff installed by dennis? and any luck with the hfp lip kit yet?

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by rippars

nice drop... cant wait to get the pro kit on mine. did you get your stuff installed by dennis? and any luck with the hfp lip kit yet?

Yeah, Dennis got me in last minute. I had to cancell the first appt because of parts ot being here. I am ordering the HFP kit in the spring. When is your pro kit coming?


On a side note:

He said the IMG, like the TSX (K24) was a bitch to install. You have to drain the radiator to get around the cooling mechanism (not sure what he said that was called) to put the gasket on. Sounds like it really was alot of work...he did a great job.

(and the intake sounds like a ****** beast at WOT)

[DTurnbull]

I have Sportlines too. They're nice, but I haven't had any ride issues - they fill just fine to me, if not a little soft. If you think it's harsh now, wait till you put Koni's on. These springs need a firmer shock IMO, and could stand to be another .25" lower in the rear. Did you trim all the bump-stops?

[Johnbro]

Is there any perfomance increase? And do any of you guys have any other susupensions mods. I want springs, but im getting my wheels first.

[Hondahawaii777]

Originally Posted by Johnbro

Is there any perfomance increase? And do any of you guys have any other susupensions mods. I want springs, but im getting my wheels first.

Besides the usual, better cornering, improved handling (minus the bumps)....I dont have any other suspension mods yet. I am doing the sway and strut bars next though....

[bodydraggin]

i love the ride but i like the ride ruff. handles great i can make the stock tires scream at me before i feel like im going to lose it. im just trying to pay off my hfp kit and yellow fogs i just ordered then im going for sways

[rippars]

Originally Posted by Hondahawaii777

Yeah, Dennis got me in last minute. I had to cancell the first appt because of parts ot being here. I am ordering the HFP kit in the spring. When is your pro kit coming?


On a side note:

He said the IMG, like the TSX (K24) was a bitch to install. You have to drain the radiator to get around the cooling mechanism (not sure what he said that was called) to put the gasket on. Sounds like it really was alot of work...he did a great job.

(and the intake sounds like a ****** beast at WOT)

my pro kit springs are here. springs, progress rear sway, and the 5zigens are all going on at the same time so that i'll only have to get an alignment once. the only thing i have to order before them everything installed are my tires.

going to be ordering little things coming in february:
- tires
- fogs
- corpsort metal shifter bushings
- spc rear camber kit
- sri (injen [black] or k&n [will be powdercoated black])
- capitalautoclub stickers (to go along side my 8thcivic.com stickers for added hp!)