K-Sport Kontrol Coilovers Lowest ride height possible

Stanced370Z · 10-18-2010, 10:20 AM

Hey guys what is the lowest I can drop these coilovers front and back? I'm looking for a set and about to buy these at a great price. Please let me know. Thanks.

SE · 10-18-2010, 02:55 PM

If you're looking into something low without sacrificing ride quality, look into the Stance GR+ with full coilover type rear. They have a fully threaded shock body and the mount design allows for damper body adjustment without affecting spring preload. I used this setup before I went over to the A'pexi coilovers.

Keep in mind that the more you lower your car, the more the suspension geometry changes/roll center is effected but since you're going to be slamming it I'm assuming you don't care

Jeffblue · 10-18-2010, 02:57 PM

Benefits of Full coilover rear design vs separate shock and strut?

SE · 10-18-2010, 03:17 PM

Easier to set up and adjust for ride height and preload, especially since you don't have to worry about whether the shock height is too high/low for the height of the separate spring. One main flaw in a separate shock/spring design with lowered cars is the spring has a tendency to rattle in the lower arm if the shock isn't set up correctly. That and you can reduce shock travel if the shock isn't adjusted to where it should be.

Also it's a little easier to corner balance if you desire.

Jeffblue · 10-18-2010, 03:18 PM

what would be a less costly install? are either one more difficult?

SE · 10-18-2010, 03:24 PM

Full coilover rears would be simpler to adjust with regards to ride height and suspension adjustments. For most shops (us included) more common installs such as coilovers/coilover ride height adjustment are done at flat rates rather than hourly, so it may depend on the shop you go to.

Jeffblue · 10-18-2010, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VICTORxSE

Full coilover rears would be simpler to adjust with regards to ride height and suspension adjustments. For most shops (us included) more common installs such as coilovers/coilover ride height adjustment are done at flat rates rather than hourly, so it may depend on the shop you go to.

hmm now i'm confused. i was pretty set on going with the BC BR's, but they have the separate shock and spring in the rear, now i'm confused again! i only plan to lower an inch, 1.2 inches at most.

SE · 10-20-2010, 12:41 AM

What other questions do you have?

Stanced370Z · 10-27-2010, 12:57 AM

my amazing girlfriend purchased some Stance GR+ Coilovers for my birthday, and can't wait to install them next week. I plan on slamming the car, and all that I'm waiting on is my 20's to come in and I'm set. I'm really excited! lol and i'll keep u posted on the coilover install and ride quality, etc.

Jeffblue · 10-27-2010, 06:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slammed37S

my amazing girlfriend purchased some Stance GR+ Coilovers for my birthday, and can't wait to install them next week. I plan on slamming the car, and all that I'm waiting on is my 20's to come in and I'm set. I'm really excited! lol and i'll keep u posted on the coilover install and ride quality, etc.

did you get the type with the full coilover rear, or the OEM type with separate shock and spring.

fuct · 10-27-2010, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slammed37S

my amazing girlfriend purchased some Stance GR+ Coilovers for my birthday, and can't wait to install them next week. I plan on slamming the car, and all that I'm waiting on is my 20's to come in and I'm set. I'm really excited! lol and i'll keep u posted on the coilover install and ride quality, etc.

she have a sister?

Stanced370Z · 10-27-2010, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffblue

did you get the type with the full coilover rear, or the OEM type with separate shock and spring.

I got the full coilover rear

Quote:

Originally Posted by fuct

she have a sister?

Lmao! She has two one is married and the other underage haha

10-18-2010, 10:20 AM	#1 (permalink)
Stanced370Z Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami Lakes, Florida Posts: 198 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 14	K-Sport Kontrol Coilovers Lowest ride height possible Hey guys what is the lowest I can drop these coilovers front and back? I'm looking for a set and about to buy these at a great price. Please let me know. Thanks.

10-18-2010, 03:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
SE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,236 Drives: 370z/STI/EVO X/IS-F Rep Power: 23	Easier to set up and adjust for ride height and preload, especially since you don't have to worry about whether the shock height is too high/low for the height of the separate spring. One main flaw in a separate shock/spring design with lowered cars is the spring has a tendency to rattle in the lower arm if the shock isn't set up correctly. That and you can reduce shock travel if the shock isn't adjusted to where it should be. Also it's a little easier to corner balance if you desire. Last edited by SE; 10-18-2010 at 03:20 PM.

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SE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,236 Drives: 370z/STI/EVO X/IS-F Rep Power: 23	If you're looking into something low without sacrificing ride quality, look into the Stance GR+ with full coilover type rear. They have a fully threaded shock body and the mount design allows for damper body adjustment without affecting spring preload. I used this setup before I went over to the A'pexi coilovers. Keep in mind that the more you lower your car, the more the suspension geometry changes/roll center is effected but since you're going to be slamming it I'm assuming you don't care

10-18-2010, 02:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	Benefits of Full coilover rear design vs separate shock and strut?

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Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	what would be a less costly install? are either one more difficult?

10-18-2010, 03:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
SE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,236 Drives: 370z/STI/EVO X/IS-F Rep Power: 23	Full coilover rears would be simpler to adjust with regards to ride height and suspension adjustments. For most shops (us included) more common installs such as coilovers/coilover ride height adjustment are done at flat rates rather than hourly, so it may depend on the shop you go to.

10-20-2010, 12:41 AM	#8 (permalink)
SE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,236 Drives: 370z/STI/EVO X/IS-F Rep Power: 23	What other questions do you have?

10-27-2010, 12:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
Stanced370Z Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami Lakes, Florida Posts: 198 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 14	my amazing girlfriend purchased some Stance GR+ Coilovers for my birthday, and can't wait to install them next week. I plan on slamming the car, and all that I'm waiting on is my 20's to come in and I'm set. I'm really excited! lol and i'll keep u posted on the coilover install and ride quality, etc.