I'd "lowered" mine by 0.3" ... :grin::grin:>

http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...ersclub.com/forums/138-second-generation-2017/142697-255-55-18-grappler-g2.html

 

The natural way to lower a truck is to haul something.

 

There's a good amount of talk about lifting the front to level the truck. I agree this would have multiple benefits for offroad, appearance, bigger tires etc. I would be interested in leveling the opposite way by lowering the back. I know that means payload issues, but I'll probably never get to half of the rated payload.

 

Amen to that. My thoughts exactly.

 

somebody here has one on airbags, if you have the money to do the same.... otherwise kw variants should drop the ride height a bit, that's my plan, along with some 18's and shorter sidewall tires.

check this link...

http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/forums/7-under-hood-performance/16156-kw-variant-3-coilover-suspension-initial-feel.html

 

somebody here has one on airbags, if you have the money to do the same.... otherwise kw variants should drop the ride height a bit, that's my plan, along with some 18's and shorter sidewall tires.

check this link...

http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...under-hood-performance/16156-kw-variant-3-coilover-suspension-initial-feel.html

Is there a link for KW variants for the g2 yet?

 

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I had thought about an adjustable coil over spring setup also, that way you could do whatever you wanted, raise it for Winter/off road, lower it for Summer, or just level it if thats what you want. After it is installed, all you have to do is adjust the spring rest collar up or down on the threaded sleeve to adjust the height. This way you are not tied into just one set height.

Hmmmmm, I wonder how much just the (4) strut bases would be without spring or strut??? Anyone have a way to look up the part numbers?

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apologies to the op... i read the thread and somehow glossed over teh G2 bit.... i was thinking G1...

anyways if you wanted to see a lowered G1, the user here is RustyH, here's his into thread on the truck

http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/forums/26-greetings-introductions/19606-my-new-ride.html

 

I am not sure how practical it would be for the truck to be lowered but it sure would be a great look for the Honda RL. For me the entire vibe or the new RL really screams for it. Of course so many who pay good money to drive one would likely never consider it due to age group mainly, but real use purpose, the true function with hauling and towing etc it doesn't really make a whole lot of sense. Wait about 6-8 years when the prices drop on a used on maybe the younger kids will pick these up and start a localized trend within their groups. I know thats exactly what happened when I was at high school kids were getting these older cheaper 84-89 VW GTI's and actually cutting the springs to make it look like a professionally lowered sport package suspension. Not very smart in some ways. Cheap though, but you could easily pay for aftermarket kits that were pre cut and measured exactly to fit. Low profile tires and loud license plate shaking stereos playing NWA, Public Enemy and House of Pain. LOL then there was the odd token truck guy. Funny times growing up in that era.

 

I sell lowering springs for the 06-14 Ridgeline and I've sold more than plenty of them. Some people just want a lower stance to make it look meaner, some were disabled folks, some were putting larger rims on and wanted a sportier look. I've sold many.

Now, the big question is if the 2017 ridgeline uses the same springs are 06-14? Anyone know? Last resort, someone can send me their stock springs and I can make them.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Now, the big question is if the 2017 ridgeline uses the same springs are 06-14? Anyone know? Last resort, someone can send me their stock springs and I can make them.

Jason, looks like there's some demand for shorter rear springs (I know I want a set). You could take a poll and, if the numbers are big enough, couldn't you go to the dealer and buy one spring (or two if each side is different) or confirm that they're the same as the G1's. I don't think it's realistic to expect a member to send one to you until they have the replacements in hand. I'll even be willing to prepay if I know you're making them. I'll try and stop by the dealer to see if they both use the same part number (my bet is no). Just a thought.

 

Maybe try contacting Eibach? This was lowered by them on a truck at SEMA
http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...suspension/149929-2017-ridgeline-20-wheel-tire-upgrade-combo-s.html#post2270433

 

Maybe try contacting Eibach? This was lowered by them on a truck at SEMA

I talked to the guys at the Eibach booth. They said they were custom one off's (I tend to think he probably bought something off the shelf and modified it but don't know Eibach that well, maybe they did make one set of springs for a single tuner).

Anyway, the shop is MAD Industries. Here's a write up of the truck and their facebook page. You guys work your magic and get someone to make us a rear set of lowered springs, think that's all the truck needs to look badass.

2017 Honda Ridgeline By MAD Industries | truck review @ Top Speed

https://www.facebook.com/MadIndustries

 

I would be very interested in a rear lowering/leveling kit.

 

Fella's I can have them made. How many people are wanting these in here????

I may have something that would work actually, looking over a few things. For the first set and someone that wants to help, I'd do one set at MY COST. In this amazon world we live in, we need to do things like this to keep on trucking.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Fella's I can have them made. How many people are wanting these in here????

I may have something that would work actually, looking over a few things. For the first set and someone that wants to help, I'd do one set at MY COST. In this amazon world we live in, we need to do things like this to keep on trucking.

I have been thinking about this for awhile and was looking to figure out an adjustable coil over set front and back so you could raise in the Winter and lower in the Summer or anything in-between. I was thinking of buying a spare spring and have one locally made to lower the rear.
Jason, you can contact me thru a PM and see what we can work out.

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Okay guys, here's the info the dealer gave me. The gen2 uses the same springs on the rear so it would only be necessary to buy one. It's all of $48.00. SPRING, REAR - HONDA (52441-T6Z-A01). It is NOT the same part number as the gen1.

Jason, what would the next step be? Will your guy make one set to see if they work? I think the truck needs a 2" drop on the rear but would be open to a 1.5" drop? What does everyone think?

Let me know if the dealer is correct on the part number and price.

 

Thanks. What about the front? We will only be doing a set of 4, front/rear. If you know, let me know. Appreciate it.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Thanks. What about the front? We will only be doing a set of 4, front/rear. If you know, let me know. Appreciate it.

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If we are only talking about replacing springs, I would only be interested in (2) rear lowered springs at 1.5" lower. If we are talking about adjustable height collar coil over shocks and either use the stock spring or custom springs because of the adjustable collar design, I would go for a Rt and LFT front and (2) rear assemblies. Let us know what you are thinking Jason.

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Essentially the same idea why you shouldn't mix different brand front tires with rear tires. It's really not recommended to do that if you want the best ride quality. Same reason why other spring manufacturers sell as a set when lowering. BUT, but, this is in the early stages and I appreciate your feedback and will take into consideration. With the rake, front could be a 1" and rear 2" etc, some want to keep the rake. It's just best ride with be 4 springs with correct spring rates. Thank you again.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Essentially the same idea why you shouldn't mix different brand front tires with rear tires. It's really not recommended to do that if you want the best ride quality. Same reason why other spring manufacturers sell as a set when lowering. BUT, but, this is in the early stages and I appreciate your feedback and will take into consideration. With the rake, front could be a 1" and rear 2" etc, some want to keep the rake. It's just best ride with be 4 springs with correct spring rates. Thank you again.

I'm a layman, you have to spell things out which you just did, thank you ? Like I said, in my case, I wouldn't want to lose even 1" in the front. Is it feasible to make the front springs the same height as the OEM's but that match the spring rate for the rear ones which would be 1.5 - 2" shorter?

 

It's all good. We are on the same team Yep, that possible. I hope to have more info next week. And I thank you again.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

It's all good. We are on the same team Yep, that possible. I hope to have more info next week. And I thank you again.

You guys are on to something that a lot of people didn't know they wanted to do including myself.

 

Here's the info on the front springs. The left and right are different and run $52 each. Hopefully you'll be able to get the springs Jason and get us a set made.

SPRING, R FRONT - HONDA (51401-T6Z-A01)
SPRING, L FRONT - HONDA (51406-T6Z-A01)

Part can be found as reference #1 in illustration

 

Do it old school.... Cut the stock springs! Just make sure they don't overheat as they will then lose their spring constant and become too soft.

 

Without raising the spring rate, they will be too short and bottom out.

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I would be interested in a mild 1" drop.

 

Yes, you are correct Randucci. But you guys don't have to worry. I will have something I hope sooner than later.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Dreaming......

 

That looks pretty cool, but way too low for my needs (I couldn't get your picture in the quote, so it is below).

Ha nice! WHen I say sooner than later, I mean in about a month or so. Look will be simliar to 06-14's that we lowered, plenty of pics online.

It looks like the lowering spring kit for the Gen I was a 2" drop, any idea what the Gen II will be? I would like 0" in the front and 1.5" in the rear, any chance of getting that?

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Ha nice! WHen I say sooner than later, I mean in about a month or so. Look will be simliar to 06-14's that we lowered, plenty of pics online.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

I'm ready to buy the wheels... 22 inch niche misano ... But I would like adjustable coilovers for summer/winter set ups...

 

Can't decide if I would like to see a 1.5" or 2" drop in the rear (there's a 2" difference between front and back). I've already priced out the Niche Alpines (about $1200 each) which were on the SEMA truck but will probably go with 21's so I can run a 45 series sidewall (show truck had 22's w/40 series). I like the black and red that was on the SEMA truck but wife loves the gold shown in the pic (and it's her truck )

 

Can't decide if I would like to see a 1.5" or 2" drop in the rear (there's a 2" difference between front and back).

It's all in the spring rates. The last gen ridgeline was sitting same way. All pickups sit higher in the rear on purpose since it doesn't look super sagging when your have stuff back there. But anyway, after the lowering springs were put on the gen one, which had a factory rake, after install it was very close to level. Look up pics of lowered first gens and you'll see what I mean. But you still wait it slightly raked a bit,.

EDIT:

2017 Ridgeline Lowering Spring at Burtman Industries, LINK

BOOM! 6 sets done and in stock! Order while you can.

 

Hey guys, OP here, been busy since I first started this thread. So psyched that this actually might happen! If you guys still need a guinea pig to test them out let me know!

 

If you shorten the springs and maintain the same carrying/towing capacity, you will have to increase spring rate, which will give a rougher ride. Simple ohysics - there is no free lunch. Something will have to give.

If you maintain ride, you may be able to add air bags to get back some payload capacity. However, be sure to let the next buyer of your vehicle know, or put the stock Springs back in before selling your vehicle.

One other option would be progressive Springs, but they must be engineered VERY well to maintain vehicle handling characteristics. I think the Ridgeline may already have somewhat progressive springs.