Shocks and springs for Honda Fit '09 sport
Hello all,
I need to change the shocks rear and front and the springs for my Honda Fit 2009 sport trim. What are the parts I need? Looks like KYB is the closest to OEM. I would not mind getting a stiffer shock at the back since I haul a trailer sometimes. Thanks!!! Hydro |
I would recommend the Koni STR.T (orange). They are a modest upgrade that pair well with stock springs as well as lowering springs. Swift are great and don't slam the car. Swift springs use the oem bump stops as a secondary spring rate so don't cut them.
They'll take the edge off of high speed bumps while providing good low speed damping for performance. |
Thanks. Are these the 8050-1131 part?
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Originally Posted by hydrocynus
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Thanks. Are these the 8050-1131 part?
As far as other parts, you need two new wave washers for the top mounts in the front. You can get them from Honda and they're cheap. I would also replace the top mounts for the front if your car has some mileage. KYB sells replacement kits and you need two: SM5654 Finally, I would install one camber bolt per side to adjust camber because it is not adjustable from the factory. You can then get a performance alignment (you have to align everything anyway after the install) to dial in a little more negative camber up front which will improve grip. For a daily driver I would shoot for -1 degrees up front with stock toe. I would make sure the alignment shop does their due diligence and makes both sides symmetrical: Eibach 5.81260K (comes with two) You can purchase all these except the wave washer from tire rack. They have excellent service. |
Looks like the price is going to be high. I can get KYB Excel-G OE Replacement, Twin-Tube Gas Shock Part # 348016 for 48 bucks each and KYB Excel-G OE Replacement, Twin-Tube Gas Strut Part # 338001 and 338002 for 98 each for a total of 278.96 plus taxes. Is it good enough?
Just looked at tire rack and they have this kit: 1125-1029. WOuld that work? |
Originally Posted by hydrocynus
(Post 1360005)
Looks like the price is going to be high. I can get KYB Excel-G OE Replacement, Twin-Tube Gas Shock Part # 348016 for 48 bucks each and KYB Excel-G OE Replacement, Twin-Tube Gas Strut Part # 338001 and 338002 for 98 each for a total of 278.96 plus taxes. Is it good enough?
Just looked at tire rack and they have this kit: 1125-1029. WOuld that work? Regarding 1125-1029: Not sure what that part number is. Could you clarify? |
1125-1029 is a KONI SRT kit that includes everything but it seems that it lowers the clearance by 40mm and I do not want that as I tow. I really appreciate all the help you provided me with. With some thinking, I decided to go with the KYB with the top mounts and the wave washers. Pep Boy was running a special on the KYB and an additional 35% off. I pretty much drive my fit like a grandpa going on the highway and set the speed limit at 75mph. Although the Koni are really nice I cannot at the moment justify the price even though, I am convinced from what you wrote and what I have been researching that they would be a better choice.
Now, if I may. Can you tell me whether I still need to install the Eibach 5.81260K? It seems that they are popular when installed with Eibach suspension or Koni suspension esp. when the car is lowered. If so, I will order them from amazon and will get them in two day shipped free. Finally, do I need to change my coil springs at the rear and if so, what is the part number? Again, thank you so much. You are very knowledgeable. Cheers, Hydro. |
If you want to save some money, I have brand new in box Koni STR.T rear shocks for the Fit. I bought mine from another member a year or so ago unused as he was selling or had crashed his Fit before install & I'm getting ready to sell mine as well, also before getting around to installing them.
I'll give you a nice discount vs. Tire Rack. |
Thanks but I already ordered everything in KYB parts. I just need to get a couple of Honda wave washers and I am all set to install everything this week end, then do an alignment on Monday.
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