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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 10:36 AM
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Here is the DIY I used when I was installing my Koni shocks w/ lowering springs... Your steps will be nearly identical except for the mods that this guy makes to get the Koni's to fit. https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/303...-installation/
Awesome. I will PM you about getting those OEM springs from ya. My Dad has a big out building with a ton of tools and we like working on cars occasionally. Didn't look too bad to do as far as a DIY goes.
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Old Oct 21, 2013 | 08:23 PM
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Just thought I'd follow up. The repair place said my rear alignment was the most messed up they've seen in awhile. Only cost me $80.00 for a digital 4-wheel alignment too - not bad for the dealership!

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Old Oct 22, 2013 | 10:05 AM
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Is that after you replaced the springs with stock? I really hope so as that is the only explanation for the vastly different readings.
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Old Oct 22, 2013 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by 1nate7
Is that after you replaced the springs with stock? I really hope so as that is the only explanation for the vastly different readings.
Yes. The first one from Bellingham Automotive was almost two years ago on skunk lowering springs.

The Honda reading was after I raised it up (like 3+ inches) on stock OEM springs. I figured that is a good enough reason that the readings are so different.
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Old Oct 23, 2013 | 10:23 AM
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I still think the monkey that aligned your car the first time just didn't even bother to touch anything in the rear because he was either too lazy or too busy. I bet the car feels different on the highway now; a bit more stable?
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Old Oct 23, 2013 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolGuy094
I still think the monkey that aligned your car the first time just didn't even bother to touch anything in the rear because he was either too lazy or too busy. I bet the car feels different on the highway now; a bit more stable?
Bellingham Automotive was rated one of the best car shops where I live, so I'm a bit disappointed that they did such a poor job. Oh well. It never felt unstable at highway speeds or during my extreme high speed rampages, but now everything is much softer and comfy with the stock springs back on and a good alignment job!
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