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Old 09-17-2017, 02:06 AM
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Originally Posted by foyler

Any other ideas as I've an order pending with Hendy's for a headlight and 2 piece matts?
Either pick up a decent set of low mileage pre-facelift suspension or a decent set of coilovers (the latter would be my suggestion).

You don't have to go low with coilovers and my KW's ride better than any OEM suspension I've had.
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So in summary is it safe to say that out of the box the 08/09 cars have the best handling characteristics of all the years?

i.e. Firm enough, but without the tendency to oversteer (in inexperienced hands)
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Originally Posted by Little Bob
So in summary is it safe to say that out of the box the 08/09 cars have the best handling characteristics of all the years?

i.e. Firm enough, but without the tendency to oversteer (in inexperienced hands)
'Best' is too subjective a term, but probably the best mix/compromise. I suppose Honda thought they could afford to go stiffer again as VSA was standard fitment on 08/09 cars.

Just the engine falling apart to worry about
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Originally Posted by Fatbloke
Just the engine falling apart to worry about
yes, exactly!

You've probably done the right thing with an 05 upgraded as you have.
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Originally Posted by Little Bob
yes, exactly!

You've probably done the right thing with an 05 upgraded as you have.
Didn't stop me wrecking it in the end

I've gone PFL for the replacement.
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I wondered if FB was gonna own up to hedge love

His knob lives on in my SC rotter.. Mary Jane Rottencrotch
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Originally Posted by Nottm_S2
I wondered if FB was gonna own up to hedge love

His knob lives on in my SC rotter.. Mary Jane Rottencrotch
Not my fault. Diesel on the road mate

I didn't realise it was you that got my knob. Nice to know where I'm putting it
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