suspension problem: my s2000 is 1/4 inch lower just on the front left suspension

[TheCarGuy2021]

Originally Posted by HondamakesS2000s

if the new spring solves the drop and the problem then i guess i, the idiot, was right.

First, a quick lesson on suspension travel. Suspension systems go through compression and rebound (up and down). When the suspension goes up, down, and you make turns, alignment factors change (caster, camber, toe, etc.). Depending on the application these factors may go positive or negative at different times. Point being, they change during compression/rebound.

If the front right suspension system is compressed more than others (your weak spring so to say) it will cause alignment factors to change (camber, caster, etc. etc.).

ALL OF THESE CHANGES WILL BE REVEALED ON THE ALIGNMENT RACK

Jiminy Christmas

[moos500]

Originally Posted by HondamakesS2000s

the tech was very knowledgeable and through with the measurements..measured all four corners...even the tire drop length(when lifted on the rack) It seems unlikely but he could have missed something. he only does suspension and alignment at the honda dealership so im not sure theres a more qualified person to take the car to.....i can take it to a suspension shop but like i said he was qualified and through. If a second diagnosis does not provide an explanation, my options are as follows by priority:

1. replace just that corner with a factory shock (i see about 3/4 less turn of the coil if i just look at it from the side of the car(car sitting on level ground) compared to the opposite side. this also means I see less number of "rungs" or rotations of the spring)

2. replace all four tires even though the tire treads are all equal, they are different tires. I have used mismatching tires with only a little effect on the HANDLING. (NOT TRACTION)

3. alignment

4. get a set of adjustable aftermarket coilovers or springs that will match my factory shocks. Either way, the HEIGHT and HANDLING("stiffness") must be similar to factory specs. not likely to happen though.

So you are saying, Traction and Handiling have nothing to do with each other? I mean with out traction, you can have perfect handiling????????????

[HondamakesS2000s]

no....is zak retarded too?

and moo, no i dont mean that. of course traction effects handling. what i was trying to emphasize was that this is not a traction issue due to badly mismatched tires. this is an issue due to the suspension, like alignment. for example differences in rear wheel traction will cause mismatching acceleration on each wheel but will not cause the extent of veering that i am experiencing.

[philiam]

[HondamakesS2000s]

dont worry phil, new tires tomorrow and an alignment will be completed within the coming week.

[TheCarGuy2021]

Originally Posted by philiam

Amen, Phil.

[desmo4]

That is exactly who he sounds like.

Jonathan

[HondamakesS2000s]

has zak been ostracized? am i being shunned?

[HondamakesS2000s]

update: new tires (dunlop direzzas) were put on today. veering problems have been reduced (maybe 50%) but still there. hopefully an alignment will take care of the rest.

[HondamakesS2000s]

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