Need help with Tanabe springs on a wagon

scottjua · 09-26-2003, 07:43 PM

Given that the wagon has different spring rates than the sedan...and that Tanabe doesn't list a specific kit for the wagon... which spring set would be best for me?

I will be using the stock struts... so they have to atleast fit that requirement. The car is a daily driver but may also be used for the odd track day (road course, not drag)...

can anyone who may have these on a Wagon advise...or help me figure out what I need or don't need???

Thanks guys!!!

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scottjua · 09-27-2003, 02:53 AM

also...after install of the springs and a settling period for the new springs... will I need to get an alignment? Will it affect the ability to get a proper alignment???

Bolster · 09-27-2003, 07:47 AM

You'll need an alignment after the install regardless, since you'll be pulling the struts off. I imagine you'll be able to get your alignment back to within factory specs unless it is a severe drop from stock. How much do the springs lower the car?

scottjua · 09-29-2003, 08:26 AM

that's I'm not entirely sure... (hoping for someone who may have them equipped could reply) but I think it's close to 1.75" front and 1.5" rear...???

I recall reading about people needing camber kits to get back to factory spec, but is that a SEDAN only issue, or also a Wagon problem? The factory spec on the tow body style is different isn't it?

Bolster · 09-29-2003, 08:43 AM

If it drops 1.5" rear, you might need camber bolts, because the rear probably won't go that low and be able to get within factory specs without them.

scottjua · 10-14-2003, 01:01 PM

bump

09-26-2003, 07:43 PM	#1
scottjua Scooby Specialist Member#: 2937 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Plano, TX Vehicle: 2019 Civic Type R 2006 STi Aspen White	Need help with Tanabe springs on a WAGON Given that the wagon has different spring rates than the sedan...and that Tanabe doesn't list a specific kit for the wagon... which spring set would be best for me? I will be using the stock struts... so they have to atleast fit that requirement. The car is a daily driver but may also be used for the odd track day (road course, not drag)... can anyone who may have these on a Wagon advise...or help me figure out what I need or don't need??? Thanks guys!!! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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09-27-2003, 02:53 AM	#2
scottjua Scooby Specialist Member#: 2937 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Plano, TX Vehicle: 2019 Civic Type R 2006 STi Aspen White	also...after install of the springs and a settling period for the new springs... will I need to get an alignment? Will it affect the ability to get a proper alignment???

09-27-2003, 07:47 AM	#3
Bolster Scooby Specialist Member#: 22290 Join Date: Aug 2002 Chapter/Region: TXIC Vehicle: 2002 STI Ver 9 Spec C Wagon	You'll need an alignment after the install regardless, since you'll be pulling the struts off. I imagine you'll be able to get your alignment back to within factory specs unless it is a severe drop from stock. How much do the springs lower the car?

09-29-2003, 08:26 AM	#4
scottjua Scooby Specialist Member#: 2937 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Plano, TX Vehicle: 2019 Civic Type R 2006 STi Aspen White	that's I'm not entirely sure... (hoping for someone who may have them equipped could reply) but I think it's close to 1.75" front and 1.5" rear...??? I recall reading about people needing camber kits to get back to factory spec, but is that a SEDAN only issue, or also a Wagon problem? The factory spec on the tow body style is different isn't it?

09-29-2003, 08:43 AM	#5
Bolster Scooby Specialist Member#: 22290 Join Date: Aug 2002 Chapter/Region: TXIC Vehicle: 2002 STI Ver 9 Spec C Wagon	If it drops 1.5" rear, you might need camber bolts, because the rear probably won't go that low and be able to get within factory specs without them.

10-14-2003, 01:01 PM	#6
scottjua Scooby Specialist Member#: 2937 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Plano, TX Vehicle: 2019 Civic Type R 2006 STi Aspen White	bump