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Old 03-26-2005 | 10:14 AM
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I set illuminas to 2 front, 2 back...is that fine?

I have them paired with H&R springs. I used to have them 3 front 3 back as recommended here on the org as the starting settings. However, I notice that 2,2 handles much much better.

Yes, it's way stiffer also. So I just wonder what force was best for you guys. I'm still experimenting with it. 2 front, 2 back seems to be a very good setup. I just hope it won't make the shocks blow faster or cause a breakdown of some sort.
Old 03-26-2005 | 11:49 AM
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1=softest
5=firmest
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Old 03-26-2005 | 12:03 PM
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ya, 2, 2 shouldnt be stiffer it should be softer. weird
Old 03-26-2005 | 01:12 PM
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Its up to you, how do YOU want the car to ride?
Old 03-26-2005 | 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Rick James
Its up to you, how do YOU want the car to ride?


I find 2 all around is a nice soft yet controlled ride with H&R springs. (The best combo of ride and handling!) 2F/3R gives you a bit more of a sports car ride, awsome for high speed highway driving. 3 all around is slightly stiff, great for the twisties. Anything higher then that is getting a bit to firm and starts to produce a slightly harsh ride for everyday driving but is probably excellent for handling at the track or agressive driving on a Saturday afternoon.

On the other extream, 1 all around makes the car feel like a caddy with a very soft pillow like ride. On nice smooth highway's, that setting is like riding on a cloud, almost a bit to soft for a progressive spring.
Old 03-26-2005 | 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by njmaxseltd


I find 2 all around is a nice soft yet controlled ride with H&R springs. (The best combo of ride and handling!) 2F/3R gives you a bit more of a sports car ride, awsome for high speed highway driving. 3 all around is slightly stiff, great for the twisties. Anything higher then that is getting a bit to firm and starts to produce a slightly harsh ride for everyday driving but is probably excellent for handling at the track or agressive driving on a Saturday afternoon.

On the other extream, 1 all around makes the car feel like a caddy with a very soft pillow like ride. On nice smooth highway's, that setting is like riding on a cloud, almost a bit to soft for a progressive spring.
This is exactly how I feel about it as well.
Old 03-26-2005 | 09:26 PM
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i just got mine installed on tokico springs and illuminas and the ride on 2 front and 3 rear is good i set it to 3/3 and it was firm sporty ride
Old 03-27-2005 | 12:35 AM
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right now i have 3 fr and 4 fr. i like it.
Old 03-27-2005 | 01:33 PM
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I'm Running 2f, 3r also. Seems like the best compromise for running into an occaisional pothole
Old 03-27-2005 | 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by vsamoylov
right now i have 3 fr and 4 fr. i like it.
man road over there must be all smooth cause that might get a little harsh since yu not on the track
Old 03-27-2005 | 03:59 PM
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My friend has a prelude and he uses 4 in the front and 5 in rear... car seems to handle like a meniac on steroids lol.

So I'd highly recommend stick with softer in front and stiffer in the rear.
Old 03-27-2005 | 04:57 PM
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2,3 here for day to day with Eibach's
Old 03-27-2005 | 07:05 PM
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i had mine on 5 all around but then wanted to see how the handling would change and now thinking og going 2 front and 3 rear
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