Swift springs review!!!!!

olddudesrule · 05-19-2013, 05:18 PM

The Swift's arrived from 3 Corner Garage muy pronto, and I did the install today with the help of a friend. Followed the DIY, and it was a breeze, though it did take about two hours to get the fronts in (an impact wrench is definitely your friend!). Rears couldn't be easier.

I started out stock with 1 7/8" in front, and 1 1/2" in the rear. After the install and a short shake down ride, I ended up with 1" in the front, and 3/4" in the rear. We'll give it about a week to settle and then I'll get an alignment done to check the specs.

Just from a feel stand point, the steering seems as neutral and centered as before (no major alignment issues). On city streets, the car seems to "settle" a bit faster than the stock Nismo springs, and the car feels a bit flatter in sharp corners. I haven't ran it hard yet, but will get a chance later in the week. I'll try and get a pic or two up in the next day or so.

Next up, install of the Z1 oil cooler, and then the long wait for the FI CBE.

mag_black · 05-19-2013, 06:09 PM

Installed Swifts today; dramatically reduced body roll; made taking corners a blast. I'm very happy w/ the performance aspect of it, but my front chin spoiler is not.

Those that are thinking about getting these, stop thinking and get them; you will be very happy.

faya · 05-19-2013, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron

Still rocking swifts. About time you installed yours Francis!

Is that a vinyl on your roof?

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KaienZ34 · 05-20-2013, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by faya

Is that a vinyl on your roof?

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

/Angelo350Z/ · 05-20-2013, 07:34 AM

After two months, I've learned to ignore the occasional sounds

. The ride is definitely better. Though, I wish the springs gave a bit more drop. Still better than the Eibach Prokit springs I have on my 350Z.

The fenders have a cast a shadow on the tires creating the illusion of a bigger fender gap.

KaienZ34 · 05-20-2013, 08:27 AM

I got to check out my other Z'z at Zdayz and all the swift ones had the same (almost 2 fingers) gap between the rear tires and fender as mine do. Since my rear offset is +0 the wheels pokes out a lot and that's why it looks off.

jlbrenne · 05-20-2013, 08:33 AM

Would you guys still do the swifts again or pick something else????

KaienZ34 · 05-20-2013, 08:37 AM

I'd do it again and again, unless I needed more drop then KW V3's for me. Spring wise i'd go no other route.

jlbrenne · 05-20-2013, 03:30 PM

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????

olddudesrule · 05-21-2013, 07:34 PM

Quote:

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.

mag_black · 05-20-2013, 06:34 PM

^ I installed springs and reused the jacket/sleeves on the front. I have no weird noises coming from anywhere.

faya · 05-20-2013, 06:42 PM

Quote:

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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KaienZ34 · 05-20-2013, 08:15 PM

Quote:

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.

Quote:

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.

mag_black · 05-20-2013, 06:55 PM

Crappy camera phone

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

05-19-2013, 05:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
olddudesrule Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 252 Drives: 2012 Nismo Rep Power: 14	Install complete! The Swift's arrived from 3 Corner Garage muy pronto, and I did the install today with the help of a friend. Followed the DIY, and it was a breeze, though it did take about two hours to get the fronts in (an impact wrench is definitely your friend!). Rears couldn't be easier. I started out stock with 1 7/8" in front, and 1 1/2" in the rear. After the install and a short shake down ride, I ended up with 1" in the front, and 3/4" in the rear. We'll give it about a week to settle and then I'll get an alignment done to check the specs. Just from a feel stand point, the steering seems as neutral and centered as before (no major alignment issues). On city streets, the car seems to "settle" a bit faster than the stock Nismo springs, and the car feels a bit flatter in sharp corners. I haven't ran it hard yet, but will get a chance later in the week. I'll try and get a pic or two up in the next day or so. Next up, install of the Z1 oil cooler, and then the long wait for the FI CBE.

05-19-2013, 06:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
mag_black A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,400 Drives: 09 370Z MT6 Rep Power: 668	Installed Swifts today; dramatically reduced body roll; made taking corners a blast. I'm very happy w/ the performance aspect of it, but my front chin spoiler is not. Those that are thinking about getting these, stop thinking and get them; you will be very happy. __________________ fujimura ≠ abbeyRoadCompany ≠ fastIntentions ≠ motordyne ≠ avantGarde ≠ ecutek ≠ nismo ≠ stillen ≠ stoptech ≠ gtm ≠ spl ≠ carbonfiberelement ≠ stance™

05-20-2013, 07:34 AM	#5 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3662	After two months, I've learned to ignore the occasional sounds . The ride is definitely better. Though, I wish the springs gave a bit more drop. Still better than the Eibach Prokit springs I have on my 350Z. The fenders have a cast a shadow on the tires creating the illusion of a bigger fender gap. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT Last edited by /Angelo350Z/; 05-20-2013 at 07:36 AM.

05-20-2013, 08:27 AM	#6 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 179	I got to check out my other Z'z at Zdayz and all the swift ones had the same (almost 2 fingers) gap between the rear tires and fender as mine do. Since my rear offset is +0 the wheels pokes out a lot and that's why it looks off. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

05-20-2013, 08:33 AM	#7 (permalink)
jlbrenne Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 586 Drives: Roadster BLACK Rep Power: 15	Would you guys still do the swifts again or pick something else???? __________________ 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

05-20-2013, 08:37 AM	#8 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 179	I'd do it again and again, unless I needed more drop then KW V3's for me. Spring wise i'd go no other route. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

05-20-2013, 03:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
jlbrenne Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 586 Drives: Roadster BLACK Rep Power: 15	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???? __________________ 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

05-20-2013, 06:34 PM	#11 (permalink)
mag_black A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,400 Drives: 09 370Z MT6 Rep Power: 668	^ I installed springs and reused the jacket/sleeves on the front. I have no weird noises coming from anywhere. __________________ fujimura ≠ abbeyRoadCompany ≠ fastIntentions ≠ motordyne ≠ avantGarde ≠ ecutek ≠ nismo ≠ stillen ≠ stoptech ≠ gtm ≠ spl ≠ carbonfiberelement ≠ stance™

05-20-2013, 06:55 PM	#14 (permalink)
mag_black A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,400 Drives: 09 370Z MT6 Rep Power: 668	Crappy camera phone __________________ fujimura ≠ abbeyRoadCompany ≠ fastIntentions ≠ motordyne ≠ avantGarde ≠ ecutek ≠ nismo ≠ stillen ≠ stoptech ≠ gtm ≠ spl ≠ carbonfiberelement ≠ stance™

05-21-2013, 09:38 PM	#15 (permalink)
jlbrenne Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 586 Drives: Roadster BLACK Rep Power: 15	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.

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