Update pics of Eibach lowering springs
 

Pro Kit... approx .8-.9 inch lower on rear and front.. just need some 1" spacers to make it fit perfectly, but not necessary!!

Looks very nice.

perfect drop IMO!! r u gettin wheels??

yeah getting rims soon probably in the end of march with axis...

the sway bars are in production now and will be ready in approx a month or so... and coil overs will be in the process in approx 3 months

this will be the only kit, no sport line will be made!

nice.. when do these go on sale? Also whats the ride like do they bottom or hit the bump stops easily on bad roads?

not exactly sure when they hit the market.. but not too long i assume.. and the ride is perfect.. no rubbing, doesnt hit speed bumps, feels like stock when it comes to any limitations

looks nice.

yeah, looks nice. Do you have a stock pic that can be seen side by side? When did they say they will be available? Any discussions with them on using them with the stock dampers?

Actually, these pics just answered my uncertainty about if I would stay with 19s or go with 20s.

I like how the 19s looks with a drop.

Have you decided to stay with 19s or move up to 20s??

i agree 19's would be best! ( Work Meisters)

Very nice drop!!

Does your drop require camber kit for front and rear? thanks...

nope no kits camber needed... also.. i believe im gonna go with 20s, but of couse im gonna see hwo they look with them on and judge it on that

In those pics, have the springs had time to settle or is that a fresh install?

that is a fresh install.. was installed earlier today

look's good for spring.how's the ride?:tup:

So the Pro-Kit is a progressive rate spring, correct?
It probably feels a bit smoother on the small stuff, and then you have a bit more of a jolt on the larger hits.
At least that's how my last 2 cars felt with the Eibachs. Hopefully the stock struts can handle the re-bound damping, does the car feel under-damped or bouncy??

Thanks :-)

Braden

Can't wait to see it once the springs have had time to settle.

haha i honestly dont know much about suspension but the ride feels smooth to me and i can take turns a lot quicker without feeling a slight roll =D hahah

So your basically saying that the ride feels exactly like stock? Or close to stock except with less body roll?

BTW these are perfect. Exactly what I was waiting to see get rid of a little wheel gap. Can ride out the stockers or still upgrade. Looking forward to the picture of the 20's under these.

Part number from Eibach #6393.140 :tup:

you get the price on that mini?

What does that number suppose to mean? Is that ordering number for 370z spring?

The springs don't settle. What typically happens is the bushings in the suspension settle. Best way to avoid this and get the alignment right the first time is loosen the suspension points and allow the car to settle. Then tighten it up and do the alignment.

If you think about it you wouldn't want to buy a spring that compresses as a function of time.

Those look pretty good :) nice drop.

The Eibach's should be ready April 10th or so.. we're bringing in a bunch.. and taking pre-orders..

I wonder how the stock shocks/struts will handle this drop? The stance does look great though.

Shocks and struts should be fine with a minimal drop like this, but I'd be really suspect that a camber kit wasn't necessary.

Remember there is virtually no factory adjustment for camber or toe on these cars, and you're changing the suspension geometry by lowering the vehicle.

G's and Z's have always had camber issues, tire feathering from the factory, got better after 2005.. but the minute you drop it, you should consider camber/toe options, or watch your tires disappear magically before your eyes.

:)

mmmmmm perfect stance

Hey Josh, I got a price from Margaret the other day, if I order, do you think they will be in before the 20th of April?? I have a trip planned.

thanks:tup:

yo mini where you from in oc? im originally from irvine!

Yes, that works nicely. :cool:

I'm in Brea, off the 57fwy. So your down in San Diego now? We need to get a 370z So Cal/OC meet going soon :tup:

forreals.. i think there are enough of us to finally gather!

Actually, some springs will settle more than others. The proper procedure is to preload the suspension by supporting the lower control arm before tightening the nuts and bolts during the installation. This way you only need to deal with the tightening once.

I think we are on the same page with this. As I said above 'loosen the suspension and allow the car to settle.' Once on the lift with all the points loosened I let the car down on stands placed under the control arms. It's close but still a bit off from actually setting on the wheels. I assumed most would understand that meant under load. However, with an initial load placed on a spring with the noted deflection there should be no further change in height. If it does the spring is of a poor quality.

I have Eibach springs in my spring box that are 10 years old. If I take out an 800 lb. spring load and measure the deflection it will be the same 2 months from now. If I set my suspension up I don't want to have to come back and pay to reset the camber and toe because I bought a cheap set of springs. It's more cost effective to buy good ones the first time around.

If a spring settles it is due to poor metallurgy/heat treatment, read cheap. Which is why I said you wouldn't want to buy a spring that compress as a function of time.

In reality I should have said 'quality springs won't settle. You are correct, some springs will settle. The poorly manufactured ones.

Irvine FTW.

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hey, do you have any pictures of front end shot? I want to see a better shot in the front end part..

Thanks in advance man~:tup:

you djcue...sup fellow flip :)
question for you im thinking of getting this but afraid might be too low for 1-way driveways(like the one i have) any experience on that?

This might be a dumb question, but what is the 1 inch spacer for? Does it go between the wheel and the hub?