lowering- needs new struts/shocks?

[19RaVeN96]

I was wondering if I should get new shocks/struts for my accord. I was going to buy either coilovers or springs to lower it about 1.5". And is one better than the other?

[BullShifter]

Yes you should replace the stock struts.

Lowering springs are generally better than coilover sleeves, which the market is flooded with generics. True coilovers (strut/springs) are the best way to go, but not really needed for street use.

As always I will suggest H&R springs with the best struts you can afford, adjustable pref.

[highteknology]

alright, i'm looking to lower my car also, mainly to fill the gap between the fender and the tire...although i would also appreciate the little bit of extra handling. i'm looking at getting some bigger rims and tires also. currently it has the stock 15's i think.i've done some research on here reading about lowering sr]prings and coilovers and everything. i'll probably go with springs, likely H&R sports (i think) next comes the question about shocks...koni yellow's, kyb? any suggestions here and what are the pros/cons? would i have to worry about my tires rubbing after i lower it? i know i have to get them realigned. as far as camber kits go, i've read where i would not need to get one if i don't drop it below 2 inches, correct? lastly, what sort of price range am i looking at here? any good place to do some shopping? i'll be doing all the labor myself.

as far as the rims go, i won't go any bigger than 17's

[BullShifter]

As fas as struts go, get the best adjustable damping product you can afford.
Koni Yellow
Tokico Illumina
KYB AGX
going from best to good.

If you do the correct plus sizing rubbing should not be an issue. www.tirerack.com or www.whalentire.com to learn all about plus sizing and what will fit properly. Just keep in mind the larger rim the thinner the tire sidewall is which affects the overall ride big time.

Camber kits are needed any time a car is lowered without factory camber adjustments, but negative camber doesn't really become an issue til 1.75" or more of lowering. An alignment still should be done if no camber kits are used because toe changes. Toe in/out will eat tires a lot faster than negative camber. Incorrect toe causes your front tires to scrub the contact patch while - camber only wears the inside. A little negative camber helps with handling.

Cut the bump stops in half, using the top half while installing new springs and struts.