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Old 11-17-2008, 12:04 PM
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JDM coilovers vs. USDM coilovers

I need to know if anyone can give me any information regarding the differences between JDM coilovers and the USDM GD3.

I need to know if there are any differences in bolt sizes etc. etc.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 05:55 PM
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The jdm front strut that bolts to the hub assembly are smaller than usdm.
Other then spring rates, I think those are the only differences.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 06:34 PM
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I was told it was the rear bolt, and its only the rear shock bolt thats a different size.
Its smaller.

DO A SEARCH, CHRIS!
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 06:52 PM
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I got you covered Chris.... give me about 1hr and I`ll get the 100%info that you need..... I told you what you need on the front but I`m waiting on the rear
 
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OK 1hrs up..

The part # crossed and they are the same bolt in the rear.. so you`ll be fine.. you`ll just have to modify the fronts
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by JDM_DOHC_SiR
OK 1hrs up..

The part # crossed and they are the same bolt in the rear.. so you`ll be fine.. you`ll just have to modify the fronts
you sir, are clutch like encyclopedia brown.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by doctordoom
you sir, are clutch like encyclopedia brown.
Thanks!!
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 08:17 PM
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the difference is the bolt size. youll have to drill the front holes to 14mm and in the rear you will have to use a washer or to to space the shock and the rear H beam. the opening is larger in the usdm so youll need a couple washers, but the bolt is fine.

I just installed my Mugen SS
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 08:19 PM
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Hey Mike,

PM me if you might be interested in another custom coilover setup.
 
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