H&R or Swift Springs?

christian370z · 11-13-2010, 12:09 PM

It looks like the rear drop between the Swift and H&R springs are almost identical but the H&R drops the front noticeably more. I like the balanced drop the swifts offer, the H&Rs look a little too raked for me personally.

CFZ · 11-15-2010, 12:55 PM

I went with the Swift only for the performance aspect of the spring.

370ZAttack · 11-16-2010, 02:21 PM

I like the Swift dropped better. Not to mention the greater performance.

wishihadnav · 11-16-2010, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HATED1

comparison shot of H&R's and Swift.

nice comparison pic..looks like the H&r's are definatly lower up front..

HATED1 · 11-16-2010, 04:26 PM

please keep in mind that the tires in front are different in width when comping the drop, the wider 275/35/19 in front may affect the gap compared to that of the 245/40/19.

tjlazer · 11-16-2010, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HATED1

please keep in mind that the tires in front are different in width when comping the drop, the wider 275/35/19 in front may affect the gap compared to that of the 245/40/19.

Thats true, but if you measure the rim to fender arch you can see the H&R's are indeed closer in the fronts than in the rear...

HATED1 · 11-16-2010, 06:52 PM

yup i agree with ya there.

ArirangZ · 11-19-2010, 01:16 AM

I hear only good things about SWIFT and it is pricey.

Holliday · 11-19-2010, 09:25 AM

Spring cup mod for the rear anyone? HAHA!

HATED1 · 11-19-2010, 12:19 PM

I see that there are a lot of views in favor for swift, which isn't a bad thing, but I would like to mention that h&r's are a good spring that go well with stock shocks. Many people on here have them and love them aesthetically. The only reason many switch is because many, such as myself go lower after several months of ownership. But for the price and having the lowest available drop with a slightly stiffer spring rate goes well with the 370z.

Holliday · 11-19-2010, 11:25 PM

Plus the price difference can sway many members decisions quickly away from the swifts. Especially with our wonderful economy

azn370z · 11-20-2010, 12:34 AM

I like the H&R.
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CFZ · 11-21-2010, 08:48 PM

My take on it is that the springs are going to be on the car for the life of me owning it anyways, so what is another 50-100 dollars. We own a 370Z. I dont think the price difference is enough to sway from one brand to another. I do agree though the drop on the H&R looks good too.

In my opinion these two brands are in separate categories. I believe Swift springs are for those who are looking for more of an improvement in handling but aren't interested in purchasing coilovers. In other words the price of the springs is not just for the drop but for the amount of research and development placed into the creation of both springs. If you want to look good on a budget, go with the H&Rs...but if you want to track on a budget go with the Swifts.

Holliday · 11-22-2010, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CFZ

My take on it is that the springs are going to be on the car for the life of me owning it anyways, so what is another 50-100 dollars. We own a 370Z. I dont think the price difference is enough to sway from one brand to another. I do agree though the drop on the H&R looks good too.

In my opinion these two brands are in separate categories. I believe Swift springs are for those who are looking for more of an improvement in handling but aren't interested in purchasing coilovers. In other words the price of the springs is not just for the drop but for the amount of research and development placed into the creation of both springs. If you want to look good on a budget, go with the H&Rs...but if you want to track on a budget go with the Swifts.

You should share where you got your pricing on the Swift springs if they are only $50-100 bucks more than the H&R. I was only able to find them for a little over $400. I paid 230 shipped for my H&R springs.

I understand the performance part on the swift springs, but it can't be that great just throwing them on a factory strut? I am sure one of these days there will be aftermarket shocks and struts, but once that happens people who want the most performance will buy both and then be sitting next to coilover prices with half the adjustments.

CFZ · 11-22-2010, 10:48 AM

Performance wise there is a significant difference. These springs were designed around the valving range of the stock struts. Of course aftermarket performance struts would only improve the setup considering it would do so even with the stock springs.
And 400 is pretty much MSRP.
Swift Spec-R Springs 370Z 08+
They are selling it for 335, and Im sure the price can still be haggled from there.

11-13-2010, 12:09 PM	#31 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 431	It looks like the rear drop between the Swift and H&R springs are almost identical but the H&R drops the front noticeably more. I like the balanced drop the swifts offer, the H&Rs look a little too raked for me personally. __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

11-19-2010, 09:25 AM	#39 (permalink)
Holliday Track Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cache, OK Age: 38 Posts: 916 Drives: in the fast lane.... Rep Power: 16	Spring cup mod for the rear anyone? HAHA! __________________

11-19-2010, 11:25 PM	#41 (permalink)
Holliday Track Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cache, OK Age: 38 Posts: 916 Drives: in the fast lane.... Rep Power: 16	Plus the price difference can sway many members decisions quickly away from the swifts. Especially with our wonderful economy __________________

11-20-2010, 12:34 AM	#42 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 489	I like the H&R. [IMG][/IMG] SterlingDrive likes this. __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

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11-15-2010, 12:55 PM	#32 (permalink)
CFZ Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: F-Town Posts: 134 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 233	I went with the Swift only for the performance aspect of the spring.

11-16-2010, 02:21 PM	#33 (permalink)
370ZAttack Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: GA-FL Posts: 60 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 14	I like the Swift dropped better. Not to mention the greater performance.

11-16-2010, 04:26 PM	#35 (permalink)
HATED1 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WA Posts: 504 Drives: 2010-370z-Red-6 SPD Rep Power: 17	please keep in mind that the tires in front are different in width when comping the drop, the wider 275/35/19 in front may affect the gap compared to that of the 245/40/19.

11-16-2010, 06:52 PM	#37 (permalink)
HATED1 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WA Posts: 504 Drives: 2010-370z-Red-6 SPD Rep Power: 17	yup i agree with ya there.

11-19-2010, 01:16 AM	#38 (permalink)
ArirangZ Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ca Posts: 24 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 14	I hear only good things about SWIFT and it is pricey.

11-19-2010, 12:19 PM	#40 (permalink)
HATED1 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WA Posts: 504 Drives: 2010-370z-Red-6 SPD Rep Power: 17	I see that there are a lot of views in favor for swift, which isn't a bad thing, but I would like to mention that h&r's are a good spring that go well with stock shocks. Many people on here have them and love them aesthetically. The only reason many switch is because many, such as myself go lower after several months of ownership. But for the price and having the lowest available drop with a slightly stiffer spring rate goes well with the 370z.

11-21-2010, 08:48 PM	#43 (permalink)
CFZ Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: F-Town Posts: 134 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 233	My take on it is that the springs are going to be on the car for the life of me owning it anyways, so what is another 50-100 dollars. We own a 370Z. I dont think the price difference is enough to sway from one brand to another. I do agree though the drop on the H&R looks good too. In my opinion these two brands are in separate categories. I believe Swift springs are for those who are looking for more of an improvement in handling but aren't interested in purchasing coilovers. In other words the price of the springs is not just for the drop but for the amount of research and development placed into the creation of both springs. If you want to look good on a budget, go with the H&Rs...but if you want to track on a budget go with the Swifts.

11-22-2010, 10:48 AM	#45 (permalink)
CFZ Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: F-Town Posts: 134 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 233	Performance wise there is a significant difference. These springs were designed around the valving range of the stock struts. Of course aftermarket performance struts would only improve the setup considering it would do so even with the stock springs. And 400 is pretty much MSRP. Swift Spec-R Springs 370Z 08+ They are selling it for 335, and Im sure the price can still be haggled from there.