To pick Honda Prelude coilovers, start with the chassis code: BA4, BB1/BB2 or BB6. Two kits fit both the BB1 and BB6. TEIN, Fortune Auto and Ksport make separate kits by chassis. BC Racing comes first in each section.
Not sure which kit fits? Call 1-800-460-9106.
Animated illustration. It shows where coilovers sit on a car, not your exact kit. Depending on the car and the kit, coilovers can lean forward or back or stand straight up, and some cars use a separate spring and shock in the rear. Your ride height depends on the kit and how it is set up.
Here is how Prelude coilover kits split by chassis code.
These are the 1992 to 1996 cars. TEIN and Fortune Auto make kits named for these cars only. Ksport's kit name says BB1.
These kits run 1997 to 2001 or 2002, depending on the brand. TEIN and Ksport have kits for the BB6 only.
The BC Racing and Feal kits each fit both the fourth and fifth generations.
BC Racing coilovers for the Honda Prelude come in two series: BR and DS. Both come on one FWD kit listed for 1992 to 2001. Free shipping on BC Racing kits in the continental US.
The same kit comes in two series.
BR has one knob with thirty clicks that sets compression and rebound together.
DS keeps that knob and adds a digressive piston for firmer control.
Add Swift Springs to the BC kit through the Custom Build for BC Coilovers page.
Each one splits the generations a little differently. Call 1-800-460-9106 to compare.
TEIN has six kits in three types. Each type has one kit for the BB1/BB2 and one for the BB6.
Fortune Auto makes a BB1/BB2 kit only. It has no BB6 kit.
Feal has one kit, listed for 1991 to 2001. Its first year is a BA4 year, so call us about a 1991 car.
Ksport has three kits, one each for the BA4, BB1 and BB6.
Pick a ride height you can live with, then the kit.
DS keeps BR's 30-click adjuster and adds a digressive piston. Call us and we can compare them with you.
One coilover kit fits the 1988 to 1991 car.
Kits that fit both generations come first, then newest to oldest. Each card shows a short version of the kit name in our store.
| Group | Years | What decides the kit | BC Racing series |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both 4th and 5th | 1992 to 2001 | One kit for both generations | BR, DS |
| 5th gen BB6 | 1997 to 2002 | Chassis code, for TEIN and Ksport | Shared BC kit (see above) |
| 4th gen BB1 | 1992 to 1996 | Chassis code, for TEIN, Fortune Auto and Ksport | Shared BC kit (see above) |
| 3rd gen BA4 | 1988 to 1991 | BA4 only | No BC kit |
Here is what Prelude owners run into most, from owner forums, recalls and service bulletins, and what it means for your coilovers.
On Honda-Tech, BB6 owners say adjustable front ball joints make the upper control arm hit the shock tower, and that about 1 degree of negative camber wears tires very little. Parts makers sell rear upper camber arms because lowering takes the car out of spec. Camber fixes can create clearance problems of their own.
Before you install: Set height and align first, keep toe in spec, and check upper arm to tower clearance through full travel before adding camber parts.
On Honda-Tech, fourth gen owners chasing front wobble report a bad inner tie rod and lower ball joint, play in the lower arm bushings and a sloppy upper ball joint. One fifth gen owner blames a destroyed rear lower arm to subframe bushing for a rear knock. Coilovers will not fix tired parts.
Before you install: With the car on stands, check every pivot, ball joint and tie rod for play before the install. Replace worn parts before the alignment.
On Honda-Tech, owners of 4WS fourth gen cars say the rear steer does not get in the way of lowering. Another thread notes common rear toe arms do not work on a 4WS car, since its rear has a steering rack. Rear arms sold for 2WS cars may not fit a 4WS rear.
Before you install: Confirm whether your car has 4WS before ordering rear arms, and have rear toe checked at the alignment.
CarExpert writes that "The first iteration of the Honda Prelude emerged in 1978 in Japan, and globally over 1979-'82."
The kits on this page fit the third, fourth and fifth generations.
BC lists one Prelude FWD kit for 1992 to 2001, so one kit fits both generations. Call us with your year to confirm.
You can get BR or DS, both on the single 1992 to 2001 kit.
Yes. Each of its three Prelude kit types comes in two versions, one for each chassis.
Yes, one kit. Ksport makes it, and its name says BA4.
None of the kit names here mention the Type SH, so no kit is listed just for it. Ask us to check the Type SH first.
BC Racing North America currently lists a two-year limited warranty on full kit orders, subject to its warranty terms. TEIN, Fortune Auto, Feal and Ksport each set their own.
Call Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern, with your year and chassis code.
