The Honda Jazz / Fit Suspension Thread

[NotraFit]

is there a difference between coilovers for the USDM and JDM???

[Fit4Trav]

I just picked up my Fit the other day. I want to get some coilovers, but unsure which to get. I had Tein Basics on my xB and I loved the drop I got but wish I could go lower.

So my question is Which set of coilovers are going to give me the biggest drop and second where could I get them.

I am currently leaning towards HKS or Tein, but wanna hear some comments before I pull the trigger.

Thanks in advance

[abscooter]

Fit4Trav

I just put the TEIN Basic on my 08 Fit. It rides really good, not to harsh. I had the HKS RS on my STI and they were a little to much on the harsh side for a daily driver, I went to the Tein Flex and loved them. These are the only two coilovers that I now about. As for the drop TEIN says Front 1.9 and rear 1.5. I have mine right above the tire and could make it tuck if wanted, but ran a lower offset on my wheels to make room for the BBK.

[JDMGD3]

Did you have to use any of the factory suspension pieces in conjunction with the Tein since the Basic kit's dont come with upper plates/camber plates, in the front that is.

[abscooter]

Yes, I had to run the factor upper mounts

[osborne]

I don't feel like reading the whole thread so I will just ask my question. Does anyone know if the Tein S.Techs have to be installed with the lettering right side up or upside down like the Skunks?

[wdb]

I sure would like to see some updates to this post. Having all of the information in one place would be a great way to welcome Fit n00bs like me to the forums!

Originally Posted by scsi

If you are able to provide or correct any information on springs, please do so in this thread and I'll try to keep this updated. Also, if you feel other information should be added, please suggest.

If you have side-view photos of your car, preferrably on stock wheels and tires, please post them here and I will add them as well. If you have aftermarket wheel or tire sizes, please post those as well. Again, stock wheels and tires are preferred for comparison.
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Key Information
Advertised Drop: Front/Rear in. (Front/Rear mm)
Advertised Spring Rate: Front/Rear lbs./in. (Front/Rear kgmm)
Linear or Progressive
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OEM
Spring Rates?
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Eibach Pro-Kit
Advertised Drop: 1.6/1.3 (40.6/33.0)
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Eibach Sportline
Advertised Drop: 2.0/1.8 (50.8/45.7)
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H&R Sport
Advertised Drop: 1.6/1.4 (40.6/35.6)
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Progress
Advertised Drop: 1.5/1.3 (38.1/33.0)

(CarDemon)

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Skunk2
Advertised Drop: 1.5/1.0 (38.1/25.4)
Advertised Spring Rates: 175/350
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Spoon
Advertised Drop: 1.5/1.0 (25.4/25.4)
Advertised Spring Rates: 195/291

(macks75)

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Sprint
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Swift
(Jimmy101)

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T1R S-Coil V2
Advertised Drop: 1.6/1.4 (40.6/35.6)
Advertised Spring Rates: 179/342

(aj-racing.com)

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Tanabe DF210
Advertised Drop: 1.8/1.3 (45.7/33.0)
Advertised Spring Rates: 174/274 (3.1/4.9)

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(jits14)

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Tanabe GF210
Advertised Drop: 1.5/0.9 (38.1/22.9)
Advertised Spring Rates: 190/279 (3.4/5.0)

(bulletproofautomotive.com)


(4dr4life!)

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Tein H.Tech
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Tein S.Tech
Advertised Drop: 1.8/1.2 (46/31)
Advertised Spring Rates: 163/336 (2.9/6.0)
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Vogtland
Advertised Drop: 1.6/1.0 (40.6/25.4)

(RacerDre)

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Zeal X-Coil
Advertised Drop: 1.0/1.2 (25/30)
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[cavie187]

so has anybody done a DIY on spring install yet?

[osborne]

Yes, fit4kris did one a while back dealing with Skunk2 springs. I forgot the web address for it, but I can always write another one.

[fsutree]

I have a question about lowering my honda jazz '08. I recently change my springs to a generic brand. (205/45/17) Now the rear drop sits higher than the front drop and the ride is terrible, giving it a hot rod look which I don't like. I was planning on changing the springs to Eibach Sportline. I guess the question I'm trying to ask is: if I change to a different brand of springs will this occur again?

[solbrothers]

Originally Posted by fsutree

I have a question about lowering my honda jazz '08. I recently change my springs to a generic brand. (205/45/17) Now the rear drop sits higher than the front drop and the ride is terrible, giving it a hot rod look which I don't like. I was planning on changing the springs to Eibach Sportline. I guess the question I'm trying to ask is: if I change to a different brand of springs will this occur again?

it shouldnt. depending on the springs, you'll get a different drop. the skunk2 springs lower the car more in the front, giving it a "raked" look. other springs go lower in the back, others give the fit a nice, low look. search around the forums. there is a bunch of threads about which springs are preferred by different members and what teh drop is and all that jazz. good luck!

[docjim2]

it would be interesting to see just how many speed bumps would scrape with the Sportline Eibachs. My Accord is really nice BUT I have to watch where I go. I have put off lowering my FIT because it is so low already. The tires and wheels I recently put on last week would most definitely scrape in the rear with serious lowering.

[fsutree]

thanks,

[CarGuy37]

I think another useful category would be progressive/linear. I personally prefer a linear spring rate, but I'm not sure I saw any for the Fit (Eibach SportLine?). Koni's race series are linear, but not available for this application.

Regardless, the spring rates are all pretty common. I imagine a custom set wouldn't cost too much.

[bigg_kidd]

anyone done any search on Megan Coilovers? i got mine, but havent get a chance to install it, also, anyone have experience with the Megans? how was it?

[VegasFit]

Hi everyone, new to fitfreaks here, I just purchased my white 2007 Fit Sport. It looks like at 30k miles, the tops of the struts are showing the dirt ring of leakage lol...so I am thinking about replacing them. Initially I wanted to get new shocks plus eibach pro kit springs..but after noticing that the car's plastic reaches as low as my S2000...which barely gets by getting up my driveway without scraping, I am thinking otherwise, and just replacing the shocks themselves. Anyone else have thoughts on that? Lowering for me=bad idea? Maybe a stiffer spring that keeps the ride height? I am thinking about these Tokico shocks for OEM replacement..any one use them, or know if they fit well?

Tokico Gas Shocks HP Series 2006-2008 Honda Fit - (F+R) - P/N: HB2261/2262/HE2991

Thanks!

edit : going to check the approach angle, and see if the 1.6" drop from the eibach pro kit really will cause a scrape the Fit's front Lip or not...

[Special]

Hey everyone, so im thinking about getting me some t1r coilovers, 6k spring rates...

Wondering what ur opinions were on them, I want something that is relatively comfortable since i do drive through SF everyday... But I do want something that will holds its own on the weekends. And I already have a progress RSB...

Im pretty set on getting the T1rs but i am open to other options. I personally would like to get some groundcontrols but I would prefer not to run oem struts. Anyone know of performance struts besides T1rs/Tokico blues?

[JCrimson]

dood, just get the t1r dampers and springs (v2). their coilovers are way too rough for what you stated.

[Special]

yea i thought of that. But when i looked at the prices, it wasnt too much more to get the coils (plus i wanna go looooooww lol). And ive heard very good things about the t1rs.

Any more reviews about the t1rs? (both coils and spring/strut combo)

[JCrimson]

yeah ill give you another review,
the dampers for the coilovers are made for a high spring rate then the ones that come with them. they are strictly a track only product. if you want best of both worlds go with skunk2 coilovers. they are the LOWEST and more friendly.