Tein GSA36-9USS2 Street Advance Z Coilovers for 1989-1991 Honda Civic/CRX (ED8)

Vehicle Fitment

• 1989-1991 Honda Civic ED6 (1.5 L I4, FWD)
• 1989-1991 Honda Civic ED7 (1.6 L I4, FWD)
• 1989-1991 Honda CR-X ED8 (1.5 L I4, FWD)
• 1989-1991 Honda CR-X ED9 (1.6 L I4, FWD)

Fitment Notes

• Designed for USA-spec models--verify for other markets
• Works with stock shock mounts; rear fork-bracket models only (ED7/ED8)
• Requires detachment of shock absorber during damping adjustment
• Threaded ZT-coated sleeves allow ride-height adjustment

Features

• 16-way damping adjustment using Advance Needle technology
• Steel twin-tube damper with powder-coated body and dust boot
• Roto-coated ZT adjustment tube for corrosion resistance
• Larger 22 mm front/rear piston for smoother response
• Height-adjustable via one-piece aluminum spring seat & Delrin washer
• Front/Rear spring rates: 504 lb/in & 168 lb/in
• Fully compatible with EDFC electronic damping systems
• 1-year manufacturer warranty (USA) and made in Japan

Specifications

• Part Number: GSA36-9USS2
• Spring Rates: Front 504 lb/in, Rear 168 lb/in
• Ride Drop (ED6): Front -2.2", Rear -2.4"
• Adjustable Range (ED6): Front -1.1" to -4.4", Rear -1.3" to -4.2"
• Ride Drop (ED7-ED8): Front -1.8", Rear -1.8"
• Adjustable Range (ED7-ED8): Front -0.7" to -4.0", Rear -0.7" to -3.6"
• Piston Diameter: 22 mm twin-tube
• Weight: ~ each strut per Tein factory data

Included Components

• 4x Street Advance Z coilover dampers (front & rear)
• 4x Adjustable spring perches
• 4x Springs (matched to damper)
• 4x ZT-coated threaded sleeves
• 4x Full-length dust boots
• Installation instructions

Product Description

The Tein GSA36-9USS2 Street Advance Z coilover kit is specifically engineered for 1989-1991 Honda Civic (ED6/ED7) and CR-X (ED8/ED9) models. Featuring 16-way damping adjustment and high-performance spring rates (504 lb/in front, 168 lb/in rear), this system delivers a sporty yet compliant ride ideal for both daily driving and spirited street performance.

Constructed with steel twin-tube dampers, powder-coated bodies, ZT-adjustable sleeves, and corrosion-resistant finishes, the Street Advance Z kit balances durability, adjustability, and style. Ride height can be easily fine-tuned, and its design remains fully compatible with stock shock mounts (rear fork bracket for ED7/ED8). Tein backs this coilover kit with a 1-year warranty and Japanese manufacturing quality, making it a reliable upgrade for Classic Civic/CR-X enthusiasts.