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Originally posted by jim from CA
Hi everyone!  I wonder if some of you may remember me, for I have not posted for months now!
I have a few simple questions for all of you intelligent 'luders! 
As you may know, I am fairly new to the 'import-scene'. Not quite as new as I was last year, thanks to all of you who have helped me so kindly in all of my previous posts!
Here are my few questions. They are in regards to lowering my 1995 Prelude Si. I plan on purchasing Eibach Sportlines with KYB shocks.
A.) I plan on buying new tires. (I have decided on Bridgestone Potenza 730's! ) My question is, what size shall I get? I do not think I should be going with the stock 205/55/15 (stock wheels). Should I buy something more like, say, 215/45/15?
B.) I hear much about 'camber'. I am afraid I am not exactly sure what it is (or how to pronounce it!). I feel it has something to do with alignment...would it be necessary for my to purchase a kit with my planned suspension? Also, what exactly is in a kit, and where does it go?
C.) If I were to inspect a bushing on my wheel, where would I look? I hear noises (clunk, rub)and I fear that is what it may be. I have looked at my shock and I saw no unusuals. No leaks means it is still good, correct?
D.) I was also looking into sway bars, strut bars, and tie bars. I apologize that I have learned the difference many times and still cannot seem to grasp it  . I would like to consider some in the future, for I would like my vehicle to handle beautifully! Which
bar(s) do you think are the ideal choices?
I absolutely am overly thankful for your responses. Again and again, I do apologize for my ignorance. Please understand that I will not have many more obvious questions in the future! Unfortunately, I do not have many friends who support my Prelude ..except for all you helpful people!
TIATIATIATIATIATIA
-Jim
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A: are you getting aftermarket rims? if you keep the stock rims, then you have to keep the 205/55/15. if you want to upgrade to 17 inch rims, you should get 215/40/17, depending on how wide your rims are.
B: camber is when your alignment is out of wack and needs to be kept aligned. basically its when your wheel is slanted in or out, which leads to unnatural tire wear and damage to your full suspension. if you lower your car more than 2 inches then youll need a camber kit, otherwise your fine.
C: bushings are not easy to see or inspect. go to an alignment shop and get it checked out.
d: Sway bar=the bar that goes underneath your car. reduces body roll. you should buy one for the front and back. neuspeed or suspension techniques are good choices. strut bars=the ones that go across your engine bay or across your trunk (connecting your shock towers) to keep the chassis tight. it basically reduces understeer that is caused by chassis flex. tie bar= i think they are the same as strut bars, not sure on that one though.
told you guys im not a newbie dumbass