Picopop Finally Dropping the Car Thread

[Pico]

WooooHooooo:D
Finally gonna drop my car this weekend I got some H&R springs and gonna do the install this weekend.
Here's a couple of pics I took before my camera battery died.:rant:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/DSC00060.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/DSC00059.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/HRSprings1.jpg
More Pics this weekend after everything is done :rockon:

[MessyHonda]

what kind of shocks are you running?

[Pico]

Just gonna stick with the KYB's i have till I get more funds to switch over

[ghettogeddy]

ok so its a drop party at rodgers house huh

[Pico]

:rockon:

[ghettogeddy]

what day u want to do this rodger i wont be avail sun but if its sat i might be able to come ive benn out of work for the last 3 days with bronchitis but i might be able to get my sickly ass off the couch to go

[Pico]

Don't worry about it, I figure if I get my house stuff done early on sat. I'll start working on it :D

[frantik]

i was gonna offer to come help till geddy threatened to bring his sick ass over :rofl:

[ghettogeddy]

i still have to come get that exaust and pay you so i prolly be out there about 1 or so

[Pico]

i was gonna offer to come help till geddy threatened to bring his sick ass over :rofl:
:bowrofl: :bowrofl: :bowrofl: :bowrofl: :bowrofl:

That's true, I cant have anyone sick at the house because of my Moms health

[ghettogeddy]

damn i really need to get out of here im not contagous just havent a hard time breathing

[MessyHonda]

so yeah party at http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/3632/picopopyi7.gif
dude roger...since you offered to help me il go out and help you...:thumbup:

[frantik]

geddy == :bandance: :lol:

so ur thinking of doing this saturday? i'm down to help out as well :D

[Pico]

More than Likely...:D

[ghettogeddy]

ok well someone take the back part of the exaust off the doner car ill bring u 45 rodger ill pick up the monitor im getting from jessy and trade my amps to frantic then go i wont stick around
lol

[Pico]

Well just wrap you in plastic and put a mask on you
lol

[MessyHonda]

Well just wrap you in plastic and put a mask on you
lol


i told him to sport a Hazmat suit....:rofl:

[Pico]

Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha :D:D:D:D:D

[88Accord-DX]

Do you have a spring compressor, don't need to get hurt without one? Hopully that drop isn't too low to need prelude arms or camber kit. Might need to get alighnment pulling all that suspension out.

[frantik]

^ he's got everything for the job.. we just did my suspension over there a few weeks ago

[Pico]

No problems there I used to wrench a long long time ago so I still have a big box of tools..:D
The drop is only 1.5 nothing drastic

[ghettogeddy]

Do you have a spring compressor, don't need to get hurt without one? Hopully that drop isn't too low to need prelude arms or camber kit. Might need to get alighnment pulling all that suspension out.
hes got a nice set of tools i was even told that i know them better then him lol

[frantik]

I used to wrench a long long time ago
oh yeah that reminds me.. post pix of ur bug dude!!!

[MessyHonda]

oh yeah that reminds me.. post pix of ur bug dude!!!
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_19_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_30_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_31_full.jpg

the PIcopop Bug

[88Accord-DX]

What you have in there, the 1600 cc, or 1800 cc motor? That looks killer, I like them old school bugs.

[forrest89sei]

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_19_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_30_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_31_full.jpg

the PIcopop Bug


CLEAN!!!!

can it hold the road when the CD is on with that many subs??? LOL

[Pico]

More pics
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/Home/scan0003.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/Home/VW.jpg

[Pico]

What you have in there, the 1600 cc, or 1800 cc motor? That looks killer, I like them old school bugs.
1835cc dual 40mm webers...
I sold the car in 95 to my nephew. he still has it to this day so if you ever see a green bug in Temple City Ca. you know that it was mine

[mkymonkey]

holy mother of jebus!!!!@!@!#@!#@!

[Pico]

holy mother of jebus!!!!@!@!#@!#@!
You Like:naughty:

[Pico]

CLEAN!!!!
can it hold the road when the CD is on with that many subs??? LOL
I admit the box was overkill but I figured fuk it I don't drive it everyday :D

[forrest89sei]

I admit the box was overkill but I figured fuk it I don't drive it everyday :D


are you going to put a box like that in your Accord?

[Pico]

are you going to put a box like that in your Accord?
Yeah right :D:D:D
although it might be a easier way to lower the rear....

[Hash_man_Se_i]

Haha nice that bug is sweet... one day I'll get one of those as a project car.

Oh and good choice on the H&R's... i'm sure you'll love them.

[Cheeseburger]

cant wait to see it done!

[Jasonf860]

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_19_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_30_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/717000-717999/717663_31_full.jpg

the PIcopop Bug
That Bug is sweet! My 2nd vehicle was a 74 super beetle that I spent 8 months on fully restoring. Same set up, 1835cc with dual webers. Car pulled like crazy! I had to get rid of it after I rolled it on it's side a few times and bent the trailing arm sliding into a curb during the second roll over! :eek5: What fun I had in that car!

[EX-ileAccord]

That bug is sweet man I've been trying to save up some money for awile to get one. but there hard to come by where I live. are those prelude seats in there?

[Pico]

That bug is sweet man I've been trying to save up some money for awile to get one. but there hard to come by where I live.
If I could find another one and the time I'd do it all over again.
It was a fun project to do.
and thanks everyone for the comments on my old bug.:D

[Toneloc5145]

That bug is sweet. You are going to love the H&R's, I know I love mine. Dont be surprised if the ride is a little hard the 1st day, I know mine was hard for the 1st day and the 2nd, then the 3rd day it rode smoother. I cant wait to see the car lowered.

[Jasonf860]

Anyone ever try the Suspension Tech springs?

[88Accord-DX]

Anyone ever try the Suspension Tech springs?
I got some Suspension Tech Springs. They have 2.5 " drop in the front & 2" in the back. I had to get some prelude arms to correct the camber. There pretty good springs.

[88Accord-DX]

dp

[Pico]

ok I just finished working on the car. Its finally lowered, I couldnt wait for saturday to do it so I decided fuk it get it done now so I can cruise around and take pics on saturday.
I'll post up pics after I give her a wash :D
And for the guys who were gonna come over. you still can:D I need to finish taking apart the parts ride, if you wanna help.

[frantik]

couldnt wait huh :lol:

:rockon: hows it drive? :D :D

[Pico]

dont know yet, gonn wait til morning :D
But it sure sits nice
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/Installed.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/Installed1.jpg
Before Install Front
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/FrontB4Drop1.jpg
After
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/FrontAfter.jpg
Side
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/SideLowered.jpg
More tomorrow .......:D:D:D:D

[mkymonkey]

dude that looks pimp












and i dont use that word

[Pico]

:D Thanks Adrian :)

[mkymonkey]

youre welcome roger :D

[A18A]

and i thought it looked good just the way it was, but now :jaw:

[MessyHonda]

go out and drive it already.....its 9:30....street should be clear.....lol damn that drop looks good.....fuck....i want to DROP MINE NOW :rant: il just put the 2.25 drop springs that i have....and just see my tires wear out...lol

[Pico]

OK ALREADY:D
Here's a couple in front of the house
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/DSC00076.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/DSC00077.jpg

[MessyHonda]

well its good that you went with the H&R....1.8 would of been alittle low...does it clear your driveway?

[mkymonkey]

damn...i so want to upgrade to h&r's but...i have to wait


i want to get the damn skunk2 coilovers

[Pico]

well its good that you went with the H&R....1.8 would of been alittle low...does it clear your driveway?
So far I clear but I think my rear tires are a little too big, I heard some rubbing noise when I hook a uturn



i so want to upgrade to h&r's
I had H&R's on my Jetta before and I liked them alot back then.
Cant wait for them to settle in.

[cndyapple88lxi]

looks great, but the question is, can u still get up ur driveway without scraping?

[mkymonkey]

So far I clear but I think my rear tires are a little too big, I heard some rubbing noise when I hook a uturn

[87lxiaccord]

i lowered my car with 2.25 dropzone springs and didn't use prelude arms i've put about 2000 miles on it since and have been checking my tires for irregular wear and it hasn't happened yet and they're new tires

[conozo]

looks good, i like your wheels too

what size tires do you have?

[Pico]

195/50-15 front
205/50-15 rear
Thanks :D

[mkymonkey]

why are you running wider tires on the rear?

[frantik]

:rockon:

[HondaBoy]

i myself am thinking of going with the H&R springs for my accord. for the price and quality i dont think that'd be a bad choice. especially for the great ride quality they give.

[MessyHonda]

why are you running wider tires on the rear?

cuz tommy had thoes on the rims and the front ones he bought...plus its just pimp like that.:thumbup:

[Legend_master]

Wow that looks really clean with the drop. Kinda weird that you you got rubbing in the wheel well. I think you need better struts, I am running a 2" drop and I have no rubbing at all with 205/45/15 all around.

[Pico]

Wow that looks really clean with the drop. Kinda weird that you you got rubbing in the wheel well. I think you need better struts, I am running a 2" drop and I have no rubbing at all with 205/45/15 all around.
Thanks for the compliment :D
I'm running KYB's for right now but I think in a couple of weeks when I get some money I'm gonna order some Tokico's.

[MessyHonda]

Thanks for the compliment :D
I'm running KYB's for right now but I think in a couple of weeks when I get some money I'm gonna order some Tokico's.

i heard they are the same thing....10-15% over stock....so dont waste your money man....so yeah did frantik and geddy roll by?

[Legend_master]

i heard they are the same thing....10-15% over stock....so dont waste your money man....so yeah did frantik and geddy roll by?


Tokicos are just a "little" better thent he KYB's. I would weight for this (http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54771) to go through and buy these struts. If not you can always modify EF civic struts.

[Pico]

i heard they are the same thing....10-15% over stock....so dont waste your money man....so yeah did frantik and geddy roll by?
Nope, didnt hear from anyone today.

[Sabz5150]

How are those KYB's? Are they uber bouncy with that drop? I am planning on a 1" drop and the KYBs are easy to get ahold of.

Think they'd handle a tiny drop like that without turning into a trampoline?

[ghettogeddy]

Nope, didnt hear from anyone today.
my bad rodger i should of said something well scence jessy wasent going and frantik was only going to help with the lower and u already did it there was really no point in me going plus i am sick lol

[Pico]

How are those KYB's? Are they uber bouncy with that drop? I am planning on a 1" drop and the KYBs are easy to get ahold of.

Think they'd handle a tiny drop like that without turning into a trampoline?
So far the ride is okay, the only thing I having problems with is the rear tires rub a little on bumps. Other than that they seem good.



my bad rodger i should of said something well scence jessy wasent going and frantik was only going to help with the lower and u already did it there was really no point in me going plus i am sick lol
:D

[Toneloc5145]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/DSC00076.jpg

:thumbup: That's what I was waiting to see. It looks good.Thats odd that you are rubbing in the back, I should put on my 15's and see if it rubs since is the same tire size and everything. I know my 17's don't rub.

[Pico]

I'm thinking I have a bad rear shock It seems to be only rubbing on the right rear.
I didnt get a chance to really drive it around today so tomorrow I'm gonna really give it a good run, But so far I really like the ride

[Oldblueaccord]

Actually i have those rims and my rear will rub a little as well. I dont even have a drop :) It must be the off set. I run 205/50/15 BFG KDW atm but Falkens and Kuhmos do as well.


wp

[Pico]

Actually i have those rims and my rear will rub a little as well. I dont even have a drop :) It must be the off set. I run 205/50/15 BFG KDW atm but Falkens and Kuhmos do as well.
wp
Good to know thanks for the info :)

[Oldblueaccord]

I used some rubber spacers that go in between the coils on the rear. There real cheap and easy to use. They dont change the ride hieght just stiffen the spring a little on compression.


wp

[Pico]

I used some rubber spacers that go in between the coils on the rear. There real cheap and easy to use. They dont change the ride hieght just stiffen the spring a little on compression.
wp
Thanks for the tip.
Those are the ones they sell at PepBoys/AutoZone etc..

[Oldblueaccord]

yeah pep boys i think I got them at.

There black rubber nascar style rubbers I call them . They stink I remember too :omg:


wp

[Pico]

Sorry for the bad pictures I think my camera is on it's last days.
I just got these today for the rear of the car hopefully it will help a little with the rubbing I get when I go over bumps.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/Tokicos101606.jpg

[MessyHonda]

Sorry for the bad pictures I think my camera is on it's last days.
I just got these today for the rear of the car hopefully it will help a little with the rubbing I get when I go over bumps.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/89%20Accord/Tokicos101606.jpg

pico wut are you doing with the KYB's?

[Pico]

pico wut are you doing with the KYB's?
I might return them to work as defective or I might sell them.
It's just the 2 rears. Theres nothing wrong with them

[MessyHonda]

I might return them to work as defective or I might sell them.
It's just the 2 rears. Theres nothing wrong with them

i dont want to dump alot of money into the DX...but if you make more money returning them...do it....also i need to talk to you cuz im going to need some parts b4 you quit...hehe...

[Pico]

If you want them Jesse PM me with a price.

[Strugglebucket]

I might return them to work as defective or I might sell them.
It's just the 2 rears. Theres nothing wrong with them
if you can find koni rears, get them and install them with the cir-clip at the higher setting...that should solve all your problems. i know, nobody'
s selling them:(

[Pico]

if you can find koni rears, get them and install them with the cir-clip at the higher setting...that should solve all your problems. i know, nobody'
s selling them:(
I check Koni's website and they don't even show a listing anymore :thumbdn:
I'm gonna try out the Tokico's I picked up too see if that helps if not then I'm gonna go back to 195/50 on the rear instead of the 205/50

[ghettogeddy]

man i shoul dof just let u try my tokicos out i havent put my rear ones on yet and if they would have worked u could of just got me some more lol

[Pico]

Now you tell me

[ghettogeddy]

lol my bad i havent really been follwing the thread ive been real busy

[TheWatcher]

if you can find koni rears, get them and install them with the cir-clip at the higher setting...that should solve all your problems. i know, nobody'
s selling them:(
If anyone still sells the Koni rears, then plz post or PM me. :lol:

I have the Koni red fronts (for my car). :)

Peace.