Looking to have KW V3's custom rebuilt

PharmDZ · 08-03-2015, 08:17 PM

I tried doing a bit of research and wasn't able to come up with anything. I swear I thought I remember seeing something about a company that is willing to rebuild coils with some custom options/changes to them. I spoke to KW and they said any rebuild would be back to original spec. I autocross my car and feel like the spring rate may be too low on the V3's when running big slicks/semi-slicks. Anyone know of any options? Other than new coilovers altogether. haha

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 08:24 PM

Try Feal in So Cal

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 08:25 PM

fealsuspension.com - Directory

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 08:25 PM

How will you be running different front springs?

critical · 08-03-2015, 08:29 PM

they're progressive springs and can't be changed to my knowledge. time for new coilovers

PharmDZ · 08-03-2015, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

How will you be running different front springs?

What do you mean how? Not quite getting the question, sorry DE. I wouldn't mind changing out the front and rear springs to stiffen things up a bit.

PharmDZ · 08-03-2015, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by critical

they're progressive springs and can't be changed to my knowledge. time for new coilovers

That and Feal lists on their site that they don't touch KW coilovers. Excellent. heh

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by PharmDZ

What do you mean how? Not quite getting the question, sorry DE. I wouldn't mind changing out the front and rear springs to stiffen things up a bit.

KWs mount to OEM top hats, you can buy swift springs, but they won't "fit" without some modification

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by PharmDZ

That and Feal lists on their site that they don't touch KW coilovers. Excellent. heh

Shite, sorry... I didn't look into it, I just know they're one of the biggest rebuilders

PharmDZ · 08-03-2015, 08:47 PM

No problem! It was a good attempt though. haha I appreciate it. Hmmm I may be up sh*ts creek. Still debating whether it's better to upgrade the stock VLSD to OS Giken or maybe find a new set of coils (or continue to look for an option to rebuild).

Dcocci · 08-03-2015, 08:58 PM

I may be wrong, but I'm pretty sure nobody rebuilds KW's except KW. I've never seen a set of custom v3's before. And you're right they are waaaaay too soft lol

PharmDZ · 08-03-2015, 09:06 PM

May need to re-invest in a set of BC ER's with swift springs or something else more race-friendly. Definitely don't have the money for anything crazy like ohlins/moton/JRZ unfortunately. Plus I think those are all WAY out of my range of experience.

Dcocci · 08-03-2015, 09:07 PM

I went down the custom BC road and have been extremely happy. Its tough to beat for the price

gomer_110 · 08-03-2015, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

KWs mount to OEM top hats, you can buy swift springs, but they won't "fit" without some modification

Unfortunately without re-valving the shocks to match the new spring rates, you'll still have poor shock performance.

OP, you also might want to check out Fortune Auto. I don't have any personal experience with them, but I've heard nothing but good things. Also they should be able to build the shocks to your specs.

Also, what spring rates did you plan on switching to?

DEpointfive0 · 08-03-2015, 09:42 PM

I'd do Stance over BC

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08-03-2015, 08:47 PM	#10 (permalink)
PharmDZ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 997 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 13	No problem! It was a good attempt though. haha I appreciate it. Hmmm I may be up sh*ts creek. Still debating whether it's better to upgrade the stock VLSD to OS Giken or maybe find a new set of coils (or continue to look for an option to rebuild).

08-03-2015, 08:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dcocci Base Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 215 Drives: 2014 370z black 6spd Rep Power: 10	I may be wrong, but I'm pretty sure nobody rebuilds KW's except KW. I've never seen a set of custom v3's before. And you're right they are waaaaay too soft lol __________________ -08 Porsche Cayman S

08-03-2015, 09:06 PM	#12 (permalink)
PharmDZ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 997 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 13	May need to re-invest in a set of BC ER's with swift springs or something else more race-friendly. Definitely don't have the money for anything crazy like ohlins/moton/JRZ unfortunately. Plus I think those are all WAY out of my range of experience.

08-03-2015, 09:07 PM	#13 (permalink)
Dcocci Base Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 215 Drives: 2014 370z black 6spd Rep Power: 10	I went down the custom BC road and have been extremely happy. Its tough to beat for the price PharmDZ likes this. __________________ -08 Porsche Cayman S

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