Bilstein B14/B16 Questions

[adam.]

Evening all, I'm looking at getting EP3 B14/B16's, but I need clarification on the bits needed to make them fit the DC5.

I understand it's front track rod ends, and rear shims/washers for the rear control arm.

Does anyone have part numbers and specs of the bits needed?

The Bilstein part numbers (I think) are either 47-118768 for B14 or 48-118804 for B16/PSS9.

TIA !

 

[Rob R]

You'll need EP3 track rod ends and 4 x 1 mm shims for the rear shocks I believe.

 

[adam.]

Great, thanks Rob.

Does anyone know ID and OD on the shims?

 

[adam.]

Nobody? :xhuh:

 

[donzooo]

Nobody? :xhuh:

They are just washers. Measure the hole size (think it's 10-12mm) and go down to your local nut and bolt shop.

 

[James-T]

Good choice though, I love my B14s. None of this Taiwanese shite.

 

[adam.]

Good choice though, I love my B14s. None of this Taiwanese excremente.

Thanks, I had B14's on my previous 172 Cup - I wouldn't look at any other suspension manuf. now.

I'm not sure whether to go for the PSS9 with adjustable damping or just fit and forget a B14 kit.


I suppose I'll have to get under the car and measure for the washers, or see how loose lipped TGM are.

 

[hondamad2204]

I believe its only 2x1mm washers for each side on the rear struts. Googel ep3 suspension on a dc5, been covered many times

 

[Crazylegs]

If I had the money it would be Bilstein for me, decades of experience in Motorsports and tonnes of R&D gone into all their products so you're getting real top quality.

Surprised the B14/B16's don't cost more than they actually do. I know they're not fully adjustable as say TEIN's for instance but to me I can imagine they're a far superior product.

 

[adam.]

I believe its only 2x1mm washers for each side on the rear struts. Googel ep3 suspension on a dc5, been covered many times

I only thought to search here, which didn't yield much to me ! :xno: But after a quick google, I see what you mean.

If I had the money it would be Bilstein for me, decades of experience in Motorsports and tonnes of R&D gone into all their products so you're getting real top quality.

Surprised the B14/B16's don't cost more than they actually do. I know they're not fully adjustable as say TEIN's for instance but to me I can imagine they're a far superior product.

I couldn't believe the difference between OEM and B14, the ride was much MUCH better. I'm never going to need full adjust-ability, or pillow-ball top mounts, etc.

 

[hondamad2204]

I would always try Google first tbh, it usually directs you to the forum anyway. haha