FL5 ADS Module Swap

[VtecBuddy]

the entire suspension hardware is EXACTLY the same between the FL5 and DE5 except the rear springs.

Yeah I know, I meant this as a response to the DSC controller that was linked which does continuous suspension damping changes

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[lumper]

It would be nice to build a controller that would let you swap or use the full range of both modules with the tap of a button in the car.
So, you can use the softer comfort of the integra or the stiffest R+ setting in the DE5 on the track.

 

[BigBird]

Aren't they all. Though in his defense I have heard others say the FL5 is flatter in the curves. So this is one way of matching that feel. I would be down to swapping in an FL5 module. I'm only in comfort mode when passengers the rest of the time I'm in Sport+

I think some of that may be down to simple downforce and the FL5 wing. I did have different rubber between the FL5 and DE5, so not an exact comparison, but the FL5 rear was planted vs the DE5 that had a lot more movement. I'll learn more soon as I head to VIR in the DE5 in a couple months.

 

[StingertimeNC]

Love VIR. Planning for May this year. I typically go to Track Daze events and they don't have a march event this year unfortunately. What event organizer do you go with?

 

[VtecBuddy]

the entire suspension hardware is EXACTLY the same between the FL5 and DE5 except the rear springs.

Wait, going back to this, are spring rates different on the rear springs? I haven't been able to find stock spring rates for both cars so that's why I ask.

 

[Integra23]

Wait, going back to this, are spring rates different on the rear springs? I haven't been able to find stock spring rates for both cars so that's why I ask.

Yeah different part numbers for the rear springs. I believe it's softer in the DE5

 

[bpebler]

I think some of that may be down to simple downforce and the FL5 wing. I did have different rubber between the FL5 and DE5, so not an exact comparison, but the FL5 rear was planted vs the DE5 that had a lot more movement. I'll learn more soon as I head to VIR in the DE5 in a couple months.

Did you happen to have a rear sway bar upgrade or any other components in the FL5? Just curious bc I’ve been thinking about this regarding my build as well & trying to achieve the same FL5 feel as far as being planted more solidly. I might put so Eibach Pro springs in there & I have the RV6 rear sway bar & rigid collars (not installed yet) & hoping this should help a lot with some summer tires slapped on the 10.5” Apex wheels. Maybe the rest of the RV6 rear camber products after that if needed. I’d love a set of Ohlin’s as well, but want to retain the 3 factory suspension settings to keep an individual mode for family trips.

 

[Integra23]

Did you happen to have a rear sway bar upgrade or any other components in the FL5? Just curious bc I’ve been thinking about this regarding my build as well & trying to achieve the same FL5 feel as far as being planted more solidly. I might put so Eibach Pro springs in there & I have the RV6 rear sway bar & rigid collars (not installed yet) & hoping this should help a lot with some summer tires slapped on the 10.5” Apex wheels. Maybe the rest of the RV6 rear camber products after that if needed. I’d love a set of Ohlin’s as well, but want to retain the 3 factory suspension settings to keep an individual mode for family trips.

I have the same items to install. Id love a set of NSX wheels but they are 11" wide.

 

[bpebler]

I have the same items to install. Id love a set of NSX wheels but they are 11" wide.

Our builds are so similar so far. The Twin Carbon Dynamic lol just wasn’t on that HVI. I was eyeing those same wheels, they look so good. I think they’re also 20” only, but could be wrong. Would look amazing in a smaller setup for our cars!

 

[Integra23]

Our builds are so similar so far. The Twin Carbon Dynamic lol just wasn’t on that HVI. I was eyeing those same wheels, they look so good. I think they’re also 20” only, but could be wrong. Would look amazing in a smaller setup for our cars!

Yeah 20s.. fill that gap some more.
The Eventuri intake looks good. Torn on what to do.. eventually MHI turbo and fuel upgrades.

 

[bpebler]

Yeah 20s.. fill that gap some more.
The Eventuri intake looks good. Torn on what to do.. eventually MHI turbo and fuel upgrades.

Yeah same here. I was set on MHI but leaning Kuro now. If I do fuel I’ll just do the cheaper Hondata option & maybe try to run ethanol or meth, but at least the turbo first. Eventuri, Blitz, & GruppeM looks incredible!! It’s too high of a price for me to justify right now. Maybe I’ll change my mind the more I go to car shows lol but it’s getting into turbo pricing territory which I think I’ll go for first. I think eventually I’ll go with a fancy intake just for looks.

 

[Integra23]

Yeah same here. I was set on MHI but leaning Kuro now. If I do fuel I’ll just do the cheaper Hondata option & maybe try to run ethanol or meth, but at least the turbo first. Eventuri, Blitz, & GruppeM looks incredible!! It’s too high of a price for me to justify right now. Maybe I’ll change my mind the more I go to car shows lol but it’s getting into turbo pricing territory which I think I’ll go for first. I think eventually I’ll go with a fancy intake just for looks.

I haven't seen too many Kuro builds.. time for research.

 

[bpebler]

I haven't seen too many Kuro builds.. time for research.

Corey Poole is running one on his now, coming from the RV6. Humza at Unity told me he has about 20k miles on the Kuro so far on the FK8, I believe. I think the Kuro offers lower rpm power & RV6 gives more power up top.

 

[ABPDE5]

Did you happen to have a rear sway bar upgrade or any other components in the FL5? Just curious bc I’ve been thinking about this regarding my build as well & trying to achieve the same FL5 feel as far as being planted more solidly. I might put so Eibach Pro springs in there & I have the RV6 rear sway bar & rigid collars (not installed yet) & hoping this should help a lot with some summer tires slapped on the 10.5” Apex wheels. Maybe the rest of the RV6 rear camber products after that if needed. I’d love a set of Ohlin’s as well, but want to retain the 3 factory suspension settings to keep an individual mode for family trips.

You are running 10.5"!?

 

[bpebler]

You are running 10.5"!?

Yessir, 18x10.5 et47.

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