Swift springs review!!!!!

faya · 05-20-2013, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

Yeah, he got it on this forum from Blue Bat.

Nice!! How long does it usually last?

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mag_black · 05-20-2013, 06:55 PM

Crappy camera phone

KaienZ34 · 05-20-2013, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jlbrenne

alright guys i just pulled the tripper on the swifts. i was reading on here a few days ago about some other type of gasket that i should buy for the install of the swifts..it cost like $25 or something...are these necessary..or i guess my real question is do i need anything other than the springs for the swift install????

No it's not needed, I don't know anyone on here who has them.

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Originally Posted by faya

Nice!! How long does it usually last?

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Not really sure, but I'd guess a good long while (years) depending on if it's in the sun a lot and whatnot. It's a good quality product from a good vendor.

olddudesrule · 05-21-2013, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jlbrenne

alright guys i just pulled the tripper on the swifts. i was reading on here a few days ago about some other type of gasket that i should buy for the install of the swifts..it cost like $25 or something...are these necessary..or i guess my real question is do i need anything other than the springs for the swift install????

I reused the stock gasket in the front, no issues (sits on top of the front assembly). There is a removable plastic piece on the bottom of the front springs that gets transferred to the new springs. In the rear, just make sure the rubber boot at the bottom goes back on when you install the new rears. Piece of cake.

jlbrenne · 05-21-2013, 09:38 PM

Thanks guys... I'm excited to get these in the roadster . I'm thinking they might sit a little lower than the coupe as well since the vert is a little heavier-which would be perfect for the look I'm going for. Looking for right between H&R and regular swifts on a coupe. About 1/4" or so more lower is tit

Driftomodachi · 05-22-2013, 12:49 AM

So you can run these springs with stock shocks and they won't blow even though they are stiffer than what the stock shocks are designed for?

N0SL3N · 05-22-2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Driftomodachi

So you can run these springs with stock shocks and they won't blow even though they are stiffer than what the stock shocks are designed for?

Supposedly the Swifts were designed for the stock shocks. You can read about it on their website.

ZMan8 · 05-22-2013, 10:36 AM

The swifts should not really affect the life of the shocks too much, when they do eventually go out...just upgrade to Koni Yellows or buy some coilovers.

/Angelo350Z/ · 05-22-2013, 11:02 AM

I love my Swift springs, but I really wish they gave more of a drop. Just saying.

jlbrenne · 05-22-2013, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by /Angelo350Z/

I love my Swift springs, but I really wish they gave more of a drop. Just saying.

im hoping that that give a little more with the roadster since there is a 300lb weight difference

puckshaw · 05-29-2013, 12:14 PM

I'm thinking of picking up a set of these. From skimming the thread, it seems like I'll need rear camber arms and toe bolts to get back within alignment specs. Nothing needed for the front?

tjlazer · 05-29-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by puckshaw

I'm thinking of picking up a set of these. From skimming the thread, it seems like I'll need rear camber arms and toe bolts to get back within alignment specs. Nothing needed for the front?

Every car is different, some cars need kits, some (like mine!) did not need any kind of kit at all. Within OEM spec.

You won't know until you install and drive for a few weeks and check alignment.

puckshaw · 05-29-2013, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tjlazer

Every car is different, some cars need kits, some (like mine!) did not need any kind of kit at all. Within OEM spec.

You won't know until you install and drive for a few weeks and check alignment.

Yeah I know I have a chance of getting lucky but I'd hate to pay for an alignment only to find out I have to install the kit and then get another one. The rear arms and toe bolts are cheap enough that I don't mind just getting them before checking the alignment. The fronts are another story. Has anyone needed fronts yet?

Mandingo · 05-29-2013, 04:29 PM

IMO adjustable front A-arms aren't needed unless you are going to the track frequently and feel the need to tweak settings. After the Swifts, my front camber settled to -1.7 degrees and is wearing perfectly.

puckshaw · 05-29-2013, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mandingo

IMO adjustable front A-arms aren't needed unless you are going to the track frequently and feel the need to tweak settings. After the Swifts, my front camber settled to -1.7 degrees and is wearing perfectly.

That's a bit outside spec but doesn't seem too drastic. I think I'll leave the fronts alone and see how it goes. Thank you, sir

05-20-2013, 06:55 PM	#1742 (permalink)
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jlbrenne Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 586 Drives: Roadster BLACK Rep Power: 13	Thanks guys... I'm excited to get these in the roadster . I'm thinking they might sit a little lower than the coupe as well since the vert is a little heavier-which would be perfect for the look I'm going for. Looking for right between H&R and regular swifts on a coupe. About 1/4" or so more lower is tit __________________ Black Rdstr:GTHAUS Meisterschaft FCB.Tint(20%+50% windshield).3"Carb Stub Ant.Z Lisc Plt & LED.Rr fog.VF Fend.Cust Handles.EVO Cust Rdstr Wing.Varrstoen 19" Whls.Stillen HFC&CAI.Swift Spring.VQ37 Cust Mani.Z1 UPREV.Amuse.310whp/254torq Last edited by jlbrenne; 05-21-2013 at 09:40 PM.

05-22-2013, 10:36 AM	#1748 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 658	The swifts should not really affect the life of the shocks too much, when they do eventually go out...just upgrade to Koni Yellows or buy some coilovers. __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

05-22-2013, 11:02 AM	#1749 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3660	I love my Swift springs, but I really wish they gave more of a drop. Just saying. KaienZ34 likes this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

05-29-2013, 04:29 PM	#1754 (permalink)
Mandingo Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 625 Drives: '10 370z 6spd Rep Power: 3370	IMO adjustable front A-arms aren't needed unless you are going to the track frequently and feel the need to tweak settings. After the Swifts, my front camber settled to -1.7 degrees and is wearing perfectly. __________________ some mods

05-22-2013, 12:49 AM	#1746 (permalink)
Driftomodachi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Cerritos, CA Posts: 482 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 13	So you can run these springs with stock shocks and they won't blow even though they are stiffer than what the stock shocks are designed for?

05-29-2013, 12:14 PM	#1751 (permalink)
puckshaw Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 620 Drives: 09 PW 370Z Touring Rep Power: 16	I'm thinking of picking up a set of these. From skimming the thread, it seems like I'll need rear camber arms and toe bolts to get back within alignment specs. Nothing needed for the front?

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