Damping rate on 04+ Front Shocks

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Apr 15, 2005 | 05:34 AM

ImportSport

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Damping rate on 04+ Front Shocks

I posted this in under the hood as well but have received no response. I would guess that you guys are probably the most likely to know anyway

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We all know suspension characteristics changed in 04' some say that the front was stiffened by %40 and the rear softened by about %5.

Does anyone know if the '04+ front shocks are stiffer or was it a change to the spring rates?

I'm happy with how the rear of my car handles and would like to stiffen up the front. It seems like this would be a very cost effective approach since I'm sure there are people who would be happy to get rid of their front shocks.

Also if you look at the Modulo suspension its main difference was a much stiffer front suspension with adjustable front shocks.

Comments???

Thanks!

Apr 15, 2005 | 08:12 AM

Elistan

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The official Honda word on '04 suspension:

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Originally Posted by Honda

Springs
New Tuning
- Front: Increased spring rate 6.7%
- Rear: Decreased spring rate 10%

Shock Absorbers
New Tuning
- Tuned for new suspension settings

Stabilizer Bars (mm)
2004:
Front: 26.5x t4.5
Rear: 25.4 x t4.5
2003:
Front: 26.5x t4.5
Rear: 27.2 x t4.5
Change:
Front: Same
Rear: -1.8 x 0

http://www.hondanews.com/CatID2066?mid=200...142120&mime=asc

40% and 5%? <shake head> Where do people come up with this stuff?

Apr 15, 2005 | 08:11 PM

ImportSport

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Thanks for the info that's a great link. It still doesnt get at what I was hoping for with the shock damping but still very useful information

Thanks