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- Tue Aug 27, 2024 11:21 am #6909273 Hello there,

I am new to the forum and looking for some advice from those who have experience with upgrading the suspension on a Civic EG. I own a 1995 Civic EG; and I am considering some upgrades to improve handling; especially for occasional track days and spirited driving on winding roads.

Currently; my Civic is still on its stock suspension, which is starting to feel a bit worn out. I have read that upgrading the suspension can significantly enhance handling and ride quality, but I am a bit overwhelmed by the variety of options available. I am looking for suggestions on components and setups that strike a good balance between performance and comfort.

What are the pros and cons of each? I’ve heard coilovers offer more adjustability, but I’m concerned about ride quality and potential issues with daily driving.

Are there any particular brands or models that are highly recommended for the Civic EG? I’m looking for something that offers good performance without breaking the bank.

What should I expect in terms of installation? Are there any additional modifications required? Also; how critical is it to get a proper alignment after upgrading?

Also, I have gone through this post; https://civic-eg.com/forum/viewtopic.php?ccsp=304675 which definitely helped me out a lot.

Any tips or personal experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated. I am open to any recommendations or warnings based on your experiences.

Thank you in advance for your help and assistance.

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- Tue Sep 03, 2024 8:07 pm #6909279 Hey, welcome to the forum! Coilovers are a great choice and the best advice I have is you get what you pay for when it comes to $1000 coilovers vs $300 coilovers. Skip the no-name ebay and Maxpeeding coilovers all together, as you'll just end up replacing them again. $1k is about where a good set starts. Also, don't buy coilovers thinking you'll be frequently adjusting them for different types of driving conditions, as once you get them dialed in and adjusted, you'll want to leave them as-is. Otherwise, you'll have to get the car aligned after every height change. Springs & a nice set of struts can be a little less expensive, but at the cost of being able to fine-tune the ride height to the exact mm like you can with coilovers. However, don't write off the idea, as a set of Koni yellows plus Ground Control coilover conversions is an old school but proven setup. It really comes down to what are you looking to spend and how you'll be using the car. Also consider replacing the suspension bushings if they are original, as they're about 30 yrs old now and the rubber is usually getting a little worn by now. A full set of urethane bushings isn't too expensive, but a lot of work to install. If it's a daily, rubber might be better because the urethane bushings really stiffen things up.

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