Lowering Springs vs. Coilovers (10th Gen Honda Accord) - Which is best?

[@mikescales3312]

I have a 2019 Honda Accord 2.0 with the D2 Racing coilovers. I did have to add the $300 module to prevent any codes. My sport mode works perfectly fine, no issues at all. I will say the coilovers do ride a little rougher than stock. I was thinking about selling my coilovers and going with springs on my stock suspension, but the adjustability you get with coilovers is just amazing. I still have plenty adjustment on my damping to go softer on the suspension. I also had to get a camber kit for the rear. I like my wheels to be flush.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Let me know if you find that you're able to dial-in the dampening to your liking? I have heard that the D2s run rather stiff.

[@AntWrig]

Great. I am going from the Eibach sport lines to coils.

[@01f4irider]

Thank you for the info. You of all people must know how hard a time I have been having finding this info on this. I really appreciate it. Thank goodness this video popped up in my feed.

[@manstialraceing]

Is it a touring model or is it just a sport

[@AlCapone-tr5lb]

Hello, as a fellow Honda Accord owner, car enthusiast and subscriber, I really appreciate your detailed reviews and great informational videos! I have a 2017 Honda Accord Touring V6, (non-adjustable dampening) as my daily driver and currently have the Eibach Pro Kit installed along with a set of Truhart performance struts, designed especially for lowered suspensions. I also added an SPC rear camber kit to make sure my alignment would remain within factory spec. The Eibach Pro kit definitely got rid of the ugly wheel gap both front and back and looks great! The ride is just slightly stiffer than stock of course, but has a nice sporty feel. I agree with you, I would definitely recommend them for Accord owners who just want to eliminate wheel gap and are ok with the static ride height. That being said, I personally prefer the enhanced lowered look, performance and adjustability of coilovers. I look forward to upgrading to a set of Tein Flex Z coilers in the near future. Keep up the great work my friend!😀👍🏼

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you! Appreciate your support 👍😁

[@savedby_grace6110]

I chose the Eibach pro and am happy. The drop is good enough for me. I didn't mention that I added the rear camber kit.

[@Chinese080808]

Awesome! Did you install it yourself?

[@Robbie2Fly]

How much was the drop with the Eibach Pro kit?

[@Chinese080808]

@@Robbie2Fly I think it's about .75" all around.

[@savedby_grace6110]

@@Chinese080808 No. I was charged $400 for installation.

[@GTIZmoKiDD]

@@savedby_grace6110 did you get aftermarket shocks or you're using your stock shocks?

[@terrylusk13]

Your video is all the information I needed to go with springs for my 2016 Accord Touring.

[@TheLemonFactor]

👍

[@JD-lz4ct]

Spoke with a Honda Tech and called Megan racing. Lowering springs will eat up the OEM shocks and struts I was told by both. You may have mentioned this in the video. Megan recommended coil overs. Very nice customer service.

[@TheLemonFactor]

From your comment, I get the feeling that you didn't watch the video very closely.

[@JD-lz4ct]

The Lemon Factor! I have a tendency to skip around. Sorry I must have missed something. I am going to attempt the sway bar install you did.

[@manstialraceing]

I have a 2018 1.5 touring looking to make a decision just don’t know which way to go your opinion would be greatly appreciated or anyone’s

[@mikescales3312]

Your videos are awesome. Keep up the good work!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you. I really appreciated that positive feedback.

[@RifleBandz]

Is the touring version the only trim of the car that has the adaptive damper? Just wanted to know cause I have a 2021 Accord 2.0T Sport and was wondering if I’d get any codes?

[@robertoquiles1871]

Any reviews on the eibach sportline?

[@TheLemonFactor]

Not the Sportlines, but check out the channel for a review of the Eibach ProKit

[@ThePiko22]

I just got my 22 hybrid sport. Not sure if you have had any feedback on lowering a hybrid. But would love some advice. Apparently springs don’t fit my hybrid. Do you have a good daily coil over suggestion for daily driving.

[@TheLemonFactor]

I have not researched coilovers for the hybrid Accord. My recommendation is to reach out to BC Racing, Fortune Auto, and FEAL Suspension (just to name a few).

[@PEREZCHOOCH]

I'm kind of bummed out right now. -_- I have a 2019 Accord 2.0T Touring and just received all my Eibach goodies today. I purchased the more aggressive Eibach springs and Pro-Alignment Camber Arm Kit. I spoke with a couple performance shops around me today, and they all told me to return my Eibach springs. They recommended that I replace the factory Adaptive Suspension system with an aftermarket performance coilover system. Both performance shops said that the lowering springs would eventually blowout my factory struts in a matter of months.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Wow, so what are you going to end up doing? Has this shop seen several Accords blow their shocks due to the Eibach's? I don't necessary disagree, more aggressive springs will be a bigger difference from the stock shocks, thus the reason I would recommend going with a lower springs rate / less drop such as 1.2" or less. Let me know how things turn out.

[@JuanRamos-wc2gj]

I had a 2019 sport hondda accord 1.5t wich spring is best for me plz help 🙏 just want to cover that gap?

[@TheLemonFactor]

If all you're looking for is to minimize the wheel gap, then Eibach or H&R are good choices. However, they have minimal drops, so it really depends on how much of a reduction in gap you're going for.

[@JuanRamos-wc2gj]

Just don't want to see that gap I want the fender almost close to the tired

[@BobbyDigital_TheCode]

God bless you! I’ve been on the forums forever looking for this info🙏🏾

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m glad you found it helpful. And thank you for your positive feedback 👍

[@manstialraceing]

Knowing if I can adjust from sport touring would be great help to

[@Robbie2Fly]

Did you end up going with Eibach? I saw in a few comments down you got the Eibach rear sway bar as well? Just curious how you like it, and do you notice handling performance with your setup? I have the 2020 Accord Touring and if I go with a 20" rim, then do the .08" drop with Eibach I think it would look perfect. I am worried about shortening the life of the stock struts by adding lowering springs though.

[@TheLemonFactor]

The video regarding the Eibach rear sway bar install will be posted this week! I think the sway bar with the 0.8" springs will be a nice combo, and not too harsh on your stock struts / shocks.

[@cwdl2004]

Great video. Tyvm.. i have a 18 Accord w.2.ot sport & i dont want a drastic drop so springs im thinking & with a strut tower brace & maybe an upgrade of a rear sway bar also. Just for alit better handling.. what do u think ... or should i do springs strut tower bar & front lower bar with a rear sway bar ? .. tyvm

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you! I’d recommend starting with the springs and rear sway bar, and see how things feel at that point. I don’t think you’re going to notice much from a front strut tower brace on this car.

[@cwdl2004]

@@TheLemonFactor tyvm for ur recommendations

[@cwdl2004]

chad, another question please, if i don't lower my car with springs, what do u recommend for suspension-wise to handle better, maybe front & rear sway bars ? ,,,, tyvm again

[@TheLemonFactor]

You’ll notice a more neutral feel when cornering if you upgrade the rear sway bar (you don’t need to upgrade the front). 👍

[@cwdl2004]

@@TheLemonFactor great video & tyvm For responding

[@Chinese080808]

Hey Chad ~ Hope you can make a review on the Eibach sway bar kit. Let us know!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Yes, absolutely! Actually, I ordered the Eibach rear sway bar on May 3, but unfortunately it's been on backorder. I inquired this week and was told is should ship by the end of next week - so hopefully I can get it on the car soon!

[@Chinese080808]

@@TheLemonFactor awesome! 👍

[@jewolf5801]

Great video. I have a 2020 Sport 2.0 and it would be nice if it cornered a little better. It’s a lease so I would prefer to do something not too expensive and not too invasive so I don’t want coil overs or a camber kit. Do you think if I just install springs with a mild drop of 0.8-1.2 in, Will it be fine or will the car look cambered and goofy and eat the tires prematurely?

[@TheLemonFactor]

I think if you go with the mild drop of 0.8-1.2" you should be fine. At that drop you should be able to align close to stock specs and if you can't you'll be close enough that you're not going "eat" your tires... you may get some slightly uneven wear, but it won't be drastic.

[@jewolf5801]

The Lemon Factor! Thank you for your help. Very knowledgeable and informative. I might go with the H&R with a 1.2 drop, let them settle for a week or two and then get an alignment.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Let me know how it turns out

[@damacknificent151]

After your eibach springs have settled for so long, how does your car sit? Is it even gap on all 4 corners or lower front then the back? Because it says .08 back and 1.0 front

[@TheLemonFactor]

The front sits about 3/4” lower than the back when measuring from the ground to the bottom of the fender / wheel arch.

[@damacknificent151]

@@TheLemonFactor wow, there's a big difference. I want an even look. Any recommendations I too have a touring 2.0t

[@TheLemonFactor]

I really don’t notice the difference 🤷‍♂️

[@TheKingkingg]

Super awesome 👍🙌 thanks for your video

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thanks for positive comment, watch and sub - very much appreciated : )

[@TheKingkingg]

What about air bag because I live in northern Ontario Canada and will drive my 2020 Accord Sport 2.0 that I have now for three weeks...I would love both performance and esthetics, but need clearance for winter tires and snow

[@supremerice3787]

since I have the touring model, I am gonna get the d2 bypass kit but will it be ok if I get Bc coilovers instead of d2

[@manstialraceing]

I will be upgrading the tires and rims for 20 inch

[@jackimagalhaes1910]

Update this ?

[@victormelendez4669]

I have a sport 1.5 T with 20”. 255/35R20 in the front and 285/30R20 in the rear what drop would you recommend without rubbing issues?

[@TheLemonFactor]

With that setup I would highly recommend going with coilovers so you have the flexibility to adjust the ride height.

[@victormelendez4669]

The Lemon Factor! Thanks for your time, love the channel

[@originalmusic401]

I'm debating on getting tein(tain) for my x-gen

[@TheLemonFactor]

If you do, I'd love to hear your feedback.

[@csteger1201]

So did you end up installing the HRs? It’s not abundantly clear from the video. How about a follow up with in car camera on cornering etc. thanks!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Not yet, as I decided to install the Eibach rear sway bar first so that I can see what difference that makes. Unfortunately, it took over 2 months for me to get the sway bar due to COVID19, but I have it now and intend to install it this weekend. Thanks for the watch and feedback!

[@TheLemonFactor]

My apologies for the weird echo...

[@brianmckenzie8209]

Which springs did you end up going with? I'm debating the H&R and Eibach as well

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m waiting for the warmer weather (a month or so) so I can install them, but it’s a toss up between the H&R and the Eibach. I’ve used both in the past and was very happy.

[@savedby_grace6110]

@@TheLemonFactor I understand. It depends how low you'd like to go. My Eibachs, as I'm noticing, are a little bouncy at times. Hope this helps.

[@TheLemonFactor]

@@savedby_grace6110 That's good to know and I'll take it into consideration. Would you install the Eibachs again if you had it to do all over again?

[@savedby_grace6110]

@@TheLemonFactor I've never had any other experience with another brand, but I can say that I'm satisfied with them so far.

[@kaz2money]

Have you looked at air suspension

[@TheLemonFactor]

I have not.... yet.

[@Glitch.-_-.]

Ty

[@TheLemonFactor]

👍

[@djstropicalcreations6555]

I have a 2019 Honda Accord lx .. I want coilovers but don’t know what’s best for me Tein or d2 racing?

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thanks for the watch and comment. That's a tough one... and all dependent upon what you're looking for, comfort, flexibility, customization, etc.

[@johntechwriter]

When I see a car with reduced wheel well gap I think, Oh! Somebody has eliminated his suspension travel in order to impress his deadhead friends -- because ONLY such people think a slammed car is anything other than an insult to its manufacturer. To do this to a respectable commuter car like a Honda Accord indicates the owner is a fairly long way out of touch with reality. To those in the know, he will be an object of ridicule, regardless of whether he goes with lowered springs or coilovers.

[@touring189]

Kick rocks

[@xgnofearzthe10thgenlegend82]

What bit you on your ass? I hope it eats the rest of you..... oh and.....Kick Rocks!

[@Morgorath30]

lol lowered vs slammed is different.

[@jewolf5801]

Mu-sec Mil89 Do you mean by Honda?

[@Robbie2Fly]

Honda makes a performance line called HFP....Honda Factory Performance and yes low and behold one of the parts is a lowering kit. Not everyone is a ricer you moron. A subtle drop looks clean and adds multiple performances.