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02-24-2002, 01:01 PM

Alright here's the deal...I have a 90' honda accord LX coupe. It's pretty basic for now. I'm thinking of purchasing 17' wheels w/ 215/40/17 tires. I also want to drop the car. Here's my questions. How far can I drop the car without needing a camber kit. Will these tires be too wide and start rubbing the fender every time I hit a bump? What's a good drop looking drop without killing my tires?

02-24-2002, 01:03 PM

meant to say what is a good looking drop

94_AcCoRd_EX · 02-24-2002, 01:09 PM

Well, if you don't want a camber kit, stick with a 1.5" drop or less. Eibach pro-kit would be great for that. Though you can technically run on stock struts, it would be a great idea to upgrade the struts while you're at it to save labor.

With that said and done, if you're worried about rubbing, you'll need to make sure you get the correct offset wheels. +42ish should be good for your Accord. You'll be fine with the 1.5" drop.

To save your tires and performance, make sure you get an alignment immediately after you drop your car.

Hope that helps, and good luck

Accord Man · 02-24-2002, 05:30 PM

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Originally posted by 94_AcCoRd_EX
Well, if you don't want a camber kit, stick with a 1.5" drop or less. Eibach pro-kit would be great for that. Though you can technically run on stock struts, it would be a great idea to upgrade the struts while you're at it to save labor.

With that said and done, if you're worried about rubbing, you'll need to make sure you get the correct offset wheels. +42ish should be good for your Accord. You'll be fine with the 1.5" drop.

To save your tires and performance, make sure you get an alignment immediately after you drop your car.

Hope that helps, and good luck

100% Ditto..

KYB AGX would be a good choice for shocks.

02-24-2002, 08:48 PM

you can pick up 215/45/17 if you want.... and you'll still be fine...
as for the camber issue... you can drop as much as 2"... but usually depends... some need some dont.... but majority of the time 2" you'll be fine.... 1.5" is just playing it safe..... 2" drop will loo better tho

Accord Man · 02-24-2002, 08:51 PM

*215/45/17 *

Is what I have.. I think its better for these streets.

02-26-2002, 10:51 AM

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Originally posted by Accord Man
*215/45/17 *

Is what I have.. I think its better for these streets.

yea i agree accord man... i think montreal streets are like ass... can barely drive my car there there... oh well...

cant wait to pull my car out... then first trip im taking is down to Montreal.. woo hooo spring!!!

02-24-2002, 01:01 PM	#1
chadlicious Posts: n/a	Help on wheels/srings Alright here's the deal...I have a 90' honda accord LX coupe. It's pretty basic for now. I'm thinking of purchasing 17' wheels w/ 215/40/17 tires. I also want to drop the car. Here's my questions. How far can I drop the car without needing a camber kit. Will these tires be too wide and start rubbing the fender every time I hit a bump? What's a good drop looking drop without killing my tires?

02-24-2002, 01:09 PM	#3
94_AcCoRd_EX Insomniac Moderator Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: OR Age: 43 Posts: 11,142	Well, if you don't want a camber kit, stick with a 1.5" drop or less. Eibach pro-kit would be great for that. Though you can technically run on stock struts, it would be a great idea to upgrade the struts while you're at it to save labor. With that said and done, if you're worried about rubbing, you'll need to make sure you get the correct offset wheels. +42ish should be good for your Accord. You'll be fine with the 1.5" drop. To save your tires and performance, make sure you get an alignment immediately after you drop your car. Hope that helps, and good luck __________________ 1994 Accord EX coupe --Need hosting for your pics on HST? PM me...--

02-24-2002, 08:51 PM	#6
Accord Man THE GENERAL Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Earth (usually) Age: 42 Posts: 5,698	215/45/17 Is what I have.. I think its better for these streets. __________________ HondaStyle.com Babysitter's Club Member #0 Soon to be >Dr Max Immuh<

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02-24-2002, 01:03 PM	#2
chadlicious Posts: n/a	meant to say what is a good looking drop

02-24-2002, 08:48 PM	#5
azn_nite_ryder Posts: n/a	you can pick up 215/45/17 if you want.... and you'll still be fine... as for the camber issue... you can drop as much as 2"... but usually depends... some need some dont.... but majority of the time 2" you'll be fine.... 1.5" is just playing it safe..... 2" drop will loo better tho