Fit Suspension & Brake ModificationsThreads discussing suspension and brake related modifications for the Honda Fit
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i have a 50mm exhaust (not skunk2) and it fits without a problem. id assume yours will fit as well.
Awesome, thanks for the info!
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A Spec CAI
Rota Slipstreams 15x6.5 +40
XenithXenons 6000K Bi-Xenon
KBee Coilovers (Don't waste your money )
H-Fit Short Shifter
Skunk2 50mm Exhaust
WeaponR Street Header
Got mine mounted up yesterday afternoon . . . count me in the camp that's unimpressed with Progress's mounting hardware. The stock springs will seat properly, but only by potentially damaging the lower spring rubber pad, especially on the passenger side. I'm doubtful you'd ever notice a problem with the setup as-is (short or long term), but in my opinion it's still a half-assed setup.
Yes, bolts with a low profile head are an easy solution (I just ordered a set from fastenal.com) . . . which is why there's no reason Progress shouldn't supply them in the first place.
I've only put a dozen or so miles on it since the install, but my initial on-road impression was that it drives pretty much the same as it did before. No initial negative side-effects (noise, harshness, etc.), and I haven't noticed any marked reduction in the semi-independentness of the rear suspension. So basically, if you don't push your car at all, you're not going to notice much difference. That may sound underwhelming, but I look at it as a positive . . .
Because when you do start to push your tires limits, there's a big difference in the cornering attitude. Definitely still on the "safe" side of neutral - but it's MUCH more confident on aggressive turn-in, lets you keep a much tighter line. And the rear end on quick lane change maneuvers is far more composed.
I've got some "before" videos I took of me fooling around in an empty parking lot. When I have a chance to record some "after" vids of me doing the same kind of maneuvers, I'll post them up in a different thread with a more complete review.
So overall, a thumbs up . . . despite me spending $15 on better hardware to swap in asap.
I've been on the stock mounting hardware with stock springs for six months or so. No issues yet. Sooner or later I might learn first-hand what the fuss is about, but for now it's all good.
My oem spring and progress supplied mounting hardware . . .
Driver's side:
Where the lower spring pad contacts the bolt heads, the pad is already deformed in order for the spring to drop all the way down where it should be. And this picture is at full droop, with the spring not completely pushed down in yet. How long before that rubber tears and the spring isn't as seated as it could/should be? That's my issue.
The problem is even more pronounced on the passenger side:
Thanks Daemione. I said there were no fitment issues with the stock springs based on other ppl's opinions here, but there you go, it won't even seat well wit stock springs. And yes, I'd change those bolts if I were you, that rubber seat doesn't seem like it may last too long..
Last edited by fit-aficionado; 05-18-2009 at 08:57 AM.
well the chick was going to order them but i didnt want to pay $50+ dollars for all of it. trying to save money for Import Alliance. I just wanted to help out a few people here since the store is literally walking distance from my dealership.
i would be stuck with a crap load of nuts and washers i would have no use for, so it would be money thrown away
Based on my experience working with Jeeps and various spring pads and spacers, you guys are far more worried than you need to be.
Wait until someone comes around with a genuine problem.
I agree!!
As for the bar, i installed mine today!! It seems like it's main job is to stiffen the rear axle... and it did that a lot!! I'll see how big of a difference it does in cornering ability later.. but i think i won't be dissapointed!!
As for the installation, my car allready had Vogtland lowering springs and it did well... i don't think the supplied hardware will be a problem at all!! anyway... We'll see...
Did a quick road test and even let 2 other persons drive the car for a ''Before and After'' comparaison...
It's my best ''Bang for the Buck'' mod for now!!
-The car used to be very sensitive to strong crosswinds, it's better now...
-Handling really improved...
-Slalom is way better too!!
It will improve handling more then lowering springs alone... As allready stated, if you don't know what suspention part to put on your car first, do the rear swaybar!!
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