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Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1894144)

Most definitely. The Koni's on the lightest setting are still much more stiff than stock. On the hardest setting, you will be having your kidneys beaten to death and your fillings rattled out of your molars.

I like it :)

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Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1894144)

I'm doing the FI CBE first, I might just have Seb install the Koni's when he does the CBE install.

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Originally Posted by binary0x01 (Post 1894156)

I'm doing the FI CBE first, I might just have Seb install the Koni's when he does the CBE install.

:tup:

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1854900)

Wonder how these (Swift) will handle/ride with the new 2013 Euro-Sport Tuned shocks, available on the Sport model.

I am considering them over aftermarket shocks currently available because the price of a set of Koni Yellows is at $750. Plus roughly $325 for Swifts totaling $1075, now it's almost at the price of a good set of coil overs.

OEM (2009) shocks run $500. Euro-Sport Tuned shocks, I am guessing will be somewhere between $600-700 tops. It will be interesting to see who will be the first to pull the trigger on this combo.

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Originally Posted by boilermaker1 (Post 1893370)

I assume since the 2013 Z didn't change too much the swift springs should fit on the new models, right? Please correct me if I'm wrong.

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Originally Posted by speedfreek (Post 1893630)

You would be correct. Didn't hear of any changes done to the suspension.

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Originally Posted by AlphaSnacks (Post 1893688)

The struts, springs, and a few other damper related bits are different on the 2013 370Z, actually. The ride height is slightly higher as a result.

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Originally Posted by ZBro16 (Post 1893692)

I remember reading something about "euro-tuned shock absorbers" being newly added for the sport package equipped 2013 somewhere. I'm not sure if any suspension components have been redesigned or not. I would double check part numbers against a previous year for shocks/struts before making a purchase.

Here it is in an article: 2013 Nissan 370Z Gets Some Small Updates (The Torque Report)

Fact: confirmed source thru dealership part comparison, part number to part number comparison from 2009 versus 2013.

The ONLY suspension component parts upgraded on the 2013 are the shocks (different part #) and known fact they are euro-tuned. The springs (different part #) That's it, all the rest of the parts including damper parts are the SAME, NO CHANGE.

The claimed ride height increase is from new springs, which is irrelevant as SWIFT springs will be used.....meaning the ride will be the same on the 2009 as is on the 2013.

If you like the performance of your Swifts with OEM shocks but do not want the rough DD ride of other shocks. May want to consider this setup. Performance + great ride + cost = swift/euro-tuned combo.

I'm putting my Swifts on later today. Looking forward to the install and performance increase. Lowered height is a plus too:tup:

Thanks for the help everyone. I've had teins and BC coilovers (on other cars), but I think these Swifts will be the choice for the Z.

I spoke to the largest vendor of Swift (Kamispeed) - Bill, the other day and confirmed the euro-tuned shocks will work with Swift springs. The combo will net better performance and handling since the new shocks are stiffer.

We will see soon as it looks like I picked the only available shocks and will be mounting them in a week on both of the 2009 370Z's already riding on Swifts.

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1896846)

Cool beans. :tup:

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1896846)

Can't wait to see your review.. :tup:

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1896846)

I spoke to the largest vendor of Swift (Kamispeed) - Bill, the other day and confirmed the euro-tuned shocks will work with Swift springs. The combo will net better performance and handling since the new shocks are stiffer.

We will see soon as it looks like I picked up the only available shocks and will be mounting them in a week on both of the 2009 370Z's already riding on Swifts.

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Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1897023)

Cool beans. :tup:

Suggestion for a new window decal - Got Swift ?

Next Sat your place, you provide the coffee, I will take care of the snacks. Master mechanic Taylor will be turning the wrench, none other than Mr onzedge's son. Only the best work on our Z's. :tiphat:

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34 (Post 1897340)

Can't wait to see your review.. :tup:

I am terrible writing reviews, maybe Mr onzedge's pen will do the honor. Not many drive my cars....unless their last name is Cxxxxx. :tup:

It's X-mas at ZForce's house....goodies never cease.

New shocks...woot.woot.. 2013 Euro-tuned shocks going on 2009 model.

http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Sc...0/SAM_4949.JPG

Paired up with already running Swift springs.

http://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-O0...0/SAM_4953.JPG

If all goes as planned I will be installing springs, spacers, and rear camber kit this Saturday. Hopefully it goes as planned....

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1905959)

how much did they end up running you?

Is there a reason why you went with the Nissan Euro Tuned shocks over the Koni's?

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Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1905959)

Nice!! Keep us posted. :tup:

And I kind of like the "Got Swift?" sticker idea.