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[Stali08]

How good are the Dropzone coilovers?

[SilverY2KCivic]

Originally posted by Stali08
How good are the Dropzone coilovers?

Basically put, you get what you pay for. Dropzones are about as good as they cost, which I've seen them for around $100. So you'll be getting $100 worth of a ride with them. Save your pennies and get some Skunk2's or Ground Controls if having a decent feeling ride while being lowered is what you want.

[Stali08]

okay thanks, do you think that some strut bars would solve some problems?

[BullShifter]

Upper strut tower bars are like anit-roll bars for the bottom of the car. The biggest change you get from them is the underhood/trunk appearance.

Increasing the size of the rear sway-bar will would be better than strut braces.

[SilverY2KCivic]

Originally posted by jackasssi
Upper strut tower bars are like anit-roll bars for the bottom of the car. The biggest change you get from them is the underhood/trunk appearance.

Not true. If you have one (and no other real suspension mods) you WILL notice the difference it makes if you take it off. Ride is more floaty like as far as steering goes, and handling isn't quite as good. But it DOES help as much as it looks under the hood, that much I can guarantee you from experience. With how my car is set up right now, sure it makes a difference, but it's so tweaked out and stiff I probably would never notice it if it were to be taken off.

Originally posted by jackasssi
Increasing the size of the rear sway-bar will would be better than strut braces.

This IS true. Adding or size increasing a rear swaybar will be about as noticeable positive suspension mod one can do. Turn in can be quickened in corners, body roll will be reduced, and overall handling of your car will feel and react much better. I was amazed at what adding an OEM 6th gen Si rear swaybar to my '00 DX coupe did (not coming stock with one) and I was even MORE impressed what upgrading the Si bar to an Integra Type-R rear swaybar did for things. Car feels SO solid and balanced now.

[eckoman_pdx]

Strut tower bars make a big differnce on my ride. I really noticed it when I had it off for a bit. There was a big difference. As far as anti-roll bars, I need to get some, gonna do that next. 92 Dx's didnt come with any. I was thinkin suspeinsion techinques. They are priced good, I beilve the ones for the DX and LX (with dont have front OEM roll bars) is 3/4 of an inch in front and back. Everyone I know thats had em loves em. Whats ur guys thoughts? Do the suspension techinques roll bars? another band? also, what the biggest bar you can get for a 92 dx...just curious. I can only find 3/4 for the rear. I think I found 1 inch for the front, but it was so long ago, I can't remember, lol.

[Stali08]

So what else should I get along with my coilovers?

And thanks

[BullShifter]

I like the suspension tech. rear sway bar because it is adjustable. The rear ST swar bar for my hatch is 6 way adjustable.

The only difference I have ever felt with my strut bars is the car doesnt feel solid. Maybe without any other suspension mods you may feel a difference.

[eckoman_pdx]

Nah, that isnt it. I have more than just bars. I have Tokico Blues, H & R sport springs (1.75" drop), and a camber kit on the front and back, plus a front and real strut tower bar. Without the bar, it feels losser on turns, more roll. I could really tell the difference on tight turns. But the again, DX's have no sway bars stock, and as you read, I still have to add suspension techinques sway-bars. Somes strut bars make a huge differnce, with soe other cars it can be more fashion than anything else. As for you question Stali08. Also get a good set of shocks with the coilover, and a camber correction kit. For shock, go with adjustables, Tockio adjustables, KYB AGX, Koni yellows, etc. The blues arn't bad, with the right springs. The H & R's I got are like 30% stiffer than stock, so it worked. The blues and the H & R sports has been a nice combo. But adjustables give you more options. I kinda wish I'd got the adjustables. But for sure, get springs and a camber kit with your coilovers.

[Stali08]

now I also found a set of OBX Gravitation Coilover Kit for 165.00, what are the differences between the OBX and the Dropzone

[BullShifter]

now I also found a set of OBX Gravitation Coilover Kit for 165.00, what are the differences between the OBX and the Dropzone

Neither of those are real coil-overs. The differnece? You mean which will perform shittier? Dont waste your money on those because you will be buying new springs/shocks in 2 months. Decent coil-overs will set you back approx. $600 for the less expensive kits.

Basically put, you get what you pay for. Dropzones are about as good as they cost, which I've seen them for around $100. So you'll be getting $100 worth of a ride with them. Save your pennies and get some Skunk2's or Ground Controls if having a decent feeling ride while being lowered is what you want.

Only this time you will get $165 worth of a ride. Invest in some good springs if you can't afford a true coil-over kit & camber kit