Civic Si coupe suspension mods

[@thatblu_si]

Hey guys, so I finally hit My first autocross event and I'm absolutely hooked with it. I want to get some of seasoned veterans opinions on suspension mods to help improve my times and handling characteristics. I'm currently on d2 racing fully adjustable coilovers and I am looking to get some better sway bars, strut braces and any other mods that would help improve handling. Any and all opinions are welcome here! Thanks in advance!

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[Mrbadwrench]

What tires are you running?

 

[@thatblu_si]

What tires are you running?

Hankook ventus v12 Evo 2's summer tires

 

[Mrbadwrench]

If you really wanna up your times, a 200tw tire is going to make a much bigger difference than any suspension upgrades. I'd recommend the falken azenis rt660. Other than that, a bigger rear sway bar helps.

 

[@thatblu_si]

If you really wanna up your times, a 200tw tire is going to make a much bigger difference than any suspension upgrades. I'd recommend the falken azenis rt660. Other than that, a bigger rear sway bar helps.

I'm not sure the tw of this tire but compared to stock it's an amazing tire. I am interested in a bigger sway bar, what would you recommend? I've seen alot of whitelines and eibach out there

 

[bugboy32337]

If you're budget minded, you can keep an eye out for a Type R sway bar, then, while replacing the sway bar ... spring a few bucks for the Accord end links.

 

[Mrbadwrench]

I have the white line, with accord endlinks.

 

[@thatblu_si]

If you're budget minded, you can keep an eye out for a Type R sway bar, then, while replacing the sway bar ... spring a few bucks for the Accord end links.

I actually have adjustable endlinks that came with my d2 coilovers, would you recommend I chance them out? I kinda like that they're adjustable

 

[Conika]

If you're budget minded, you can keep an eye out for a Type R sway bar, then, while replacing the sway bar ... spring a few bucks for the Accord end links.

How does this set up compare against a white line set up?

 

[Mrbadwrench]

Type r is 20.5mm
White line is 22mm

I'm guessing it's a negligible difference to anyone that isn't a professional driver.

 

[bugboy32337]

I actually have adjustable endlinks that came with my d2 coilovers, would you recommend I chance them out? I kinda like that they're adjustable

Nah ... the adjustable endlinks that you have will be just fine.
Si endlinks are plastic. Although I don't know anyone that has broken one, the Accord endlinks are aluminum, and budget friendly.

As for Whiteline vs CTR ... I don't have any practical experience with the Whiteline. I have heard some people say that it can be a bit too much. I think it all depends on your driving style.

 

[@thatblu_si]

Type r is 20.5mm
White line is 22mm

I'm guessing it's a negligible difference to anyone that isn't a professional driver.

Yea that's not much of a difference in diameter, I want to eliminate any and all body roll so I plan on getting the thickest one possible which if I'm not mistaken was whiteline

 

[Unity Performance]

Yea that's not much of a difference in diameter, I want to eliminate any and all body roll so I plan on getting the thickest one possible which if I'm not mistaken was whiteline

Whiteline 22mm with Accord End Links will be plenty for all Street use, and track use. I only recommend the 26mm for experienced, competitive track or AutoX folks. For every twenty 22mm we sell, we sell one 26mm kits.

You can easily shift the balance under braking or lifting off the throttle mid corner, and the 26 will want to come around on you. I've tried out the CTR bar on the Si, had the 22mm on my Blue Si for a year, and then swapped to the 26mm RSB kit . Noticeable difference between 22 and 26, it's not a novice upgrade or one you choose just because it's the thickest one out there.

As you're getting into the sport, start with 22mm and then work your way up with your skill level. We can help you source Eibach or Whiteline, we just prefer Whiteline due to their solid construction vs. Eibach being tubular, but you can't lose going either way

 

[Mrbadwrench]

Yea that's not much of a difference in diameter, I want to eliminate any and all body roll so I plan on getting the thickest one possible which if I'm not mistaken was whiteline

They make a 26 or 27mm also, but I wouldn't recommend it. Most say it's too much and you'll have steering issues. Stick to the 22mm or the type r bar

 

[@thatblu_si]

Whiteline 22mm with Accord End Links will be plenty for all Street use, and track use. I only recommend the 26mm for experienced, competitive track or AutoX folks. For every twenty 22mm we sell, we sell one 26mm kits.

You can easily shift the balance under braking or lifting off the throttle mid corner, and the 26 will want to come around on you. I've tried out the CTR bar on the Si, had the 22mm on my Blue Si for a year, and then swapped to the 26mm RSB kit . Noticeable difference between 22 and 26, it's not a novice upgrade or one you choose just because it's the thickest one out there.

As you're getting into the sport, start with 22mm and then work your way up with your skill level. We can help you source Eibach or Whiteline, we just prefer Whiteline due to their solid construction vs. Eibach being tubular, but you can't lose going either way

Sounds like 22mm whiteline it is then! I really Want to get into this sport more, I feel like I'm pretty talented behind the wheel so I'm taking it pretty seriously. Thank you for the feedback!

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