Question regarding the base model front shock absorber vs the NISMO

markthomas69 · 05-22-2013, 12:50 PM

Hello all,

While perusing through Courtesy parts online catalog I notice the base model P/N and NISMO front shock absorbers have the same P/N 56110K/56110KA and same cost per side.

Is there any difference in fittment between the two parts, the sales rep on the phone could not clearly anwer my question?

G37sHKS · 05-22-2013, 12:54 PM

Same part numbers means they are identical, springs are different thats for sure

markthomas69 · 05-22-2013, 01:08 PM

I did find one difference noted in the bold text.

Displaying 1 to 2 (of 2 products) Result Pages: 1 [56110K] ABSORBER KIT-SHOCK,FRONT370Z (Z34) E6A10-Z34001
04/2009-09/2010 3.7L V6.BASE 6-Spd M/T (NISMO)

More Info
Price: $176.06
[56110K] ABSORBER KIT-SHOCK,FRONT370Z (Z34) E6110-Z34002
10/2008-10/2009 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT)
09/2010+ 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT)
10/2009-09/2010 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT+40TH)
2009+ 3.7L V6.(BASE+TOURING)

More Info
Price: $176.06

diddy535 · 05-22-2013, 01:27 PM

You could Nismos on a a base but why would you and why would you just do the front? Swift springs are way cheaper and seem to be used more as an upgrade for base Zs vs upgrading to nismo.

markthomas69 · 05-22-2013, 01:31 PM

Good point,

My Z is about at that point where it needs the shock absorbers replaced. When I called the parts house I did not ask about the rears as they should be indenticle any way, at least they are pictorially.

diddy535 · 05-22-2013, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by markthomas69

Good point,

My Z is about at that point where it needs the shock absorbers replaced. When I called the parts house I did not ask about the rears as they should be indenticle any way, at least they are pictorially.

The nismo ones are different spring rates I believe, even though they look the same. If you're just looking to replace oem ones check out the classified section, a lot of people sell their oem springs when they upgrade to aftermarket ones. You can find some pretty low mileage ones too and save some serious coin. Like $100-$150 for all four.

Fishey · 05-22-2013, 03:21 PM

The Nismo shocks are different valving and construction then the normal 370Z also they are a different color and marked differently.

kenchan · 05-22-2013, 03:33 PM

op- not sure what your goal is, but i'd get the koni yellow's instead if you're looking for performance replacement.

roy'sz · 05-22-2013, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diddy535

You could Nismos on a a base but why would you and why would you just do the front? Swift springs are way cheaper and seem to be used more as an upgrade for base Zs vs upgrading to nismo.

he wasn't looking for springs he was looking for shocks. If he wanted to keep it closer to oem he could get the stiffer springs instead of the swifts, which if I am mistaken, aren't they lowering springs?

diddy535 · 05-22-2013, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roy'sz

he wasn't looking for springs he was looking for shocks. If he wanted to keep it closer to oem he could get the stiffer springs instead of the swifts, which if I am mistaken, aren't they lowering springs?

Post #6 - can get the whole oem set up cheap used

kenchan · 05-23-2013, 02:25 PM

Post #8 - can potentially get your car to a new level.

diddy535 · 05-23-2013, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

Post #8 - can potentially get your car to a new level.

OP is "bone stock" gotta get the mod bug to bite.

markthomas69 · 05-23-2013, 08:19 PM

I want to keep the ride height at stock levels, any lower and I would not be able to enter my driveway

I could do the OE base shocks without a doubt, the Koni are nice. So I was thinking the Nismo would be best choice between the three.

diddy535 · 05-23-2013, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markthomas69

I want to keep the ride height at stock levels, any lower and I would not be able to enter my driveway

I could do the OE base shocks without a doubt, the Koni are nice. So I was thinking the Nismo would be best choice between the three.

Good call, it's your car and what works for you. I'd still keep an eye on the classifieds, the Nismos do come up. GL OP

fuct · 05-24-2013, 11:51 AM

stock ride height? ewwwwwwww :P

05-22-2013, 12:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
markthomas69 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 66 Drives: 2010 370Z Red, auto Rep Power: 12	Question regarding the base model front shock absorber vs the NISMO Hello all, While perusing through Courtesy parts online catalog I notice the base model P/N and NISMO front shock absorbers have the same P/N 56110K/56110KA and same cost per side. Is there any difference in fittment between the two parts, the sales rep on the phone could not clearly anwer my question? __________________ Beluga catback exhaust and Y-Pipe. Sport brakes upgrade. 24 row oil cooler. Battery relocated to the trunk.

05-22-2013, 12:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
G37sHKS A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,183 Drives: 09 G37S Coupe 7AT Rep Power: 20	Same part numbers means they are identical, springs are different thats for sure __________________ G37 BUILD UNDER CONSTRUCTION

05-22-2013, 01:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
markthomas69 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 66 Drives: 2010 370Z Red, auto Rep Power: 12	I did find one difference noted in the bold text. Displaying 1 to 2 (of 2 products) Result Pages: 1 [56110K] ABSORBER KIT-SHOCK,FRONT370Z (Z34) E6A10-Z34001 04/2009-09/2010 3.7L V6.BASE 6-Spd M/T (NISMO) More Info Price: $176.06 [56110K] ABSORBER KIT-SHOCK,FRONT370Z (Z34) E6110-Z34002 10/2008-10/2009 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT) 09/2010+ 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT) 10/2009-09/2010 3.7L V6.(B/SPORT+T/SPORT+40TH) 2009+ 3.7L V6.(BASE+TOURING) More Info Price: $176.06 __________________ Beluga catback exhaust and Y-Pipe. Sport brakes upgrade. 24 row oil cooler. Battery relocated to the trunk.

05-22-2013, 01:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
diddy535 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 789 Drives: '09 370Z RAE 6MT Rep Power: 14	You could Nismos on a a base but why would you and why would you just do the front? Swift springs are way cheaper and seem to be used more as an upgrade for base Zs vs upgrading to nismo. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...ys-thread.html

05-22-2013, 01:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
markthomas69 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 66 Drives: 2010 370Z Red, auto Rep Power: 12	Good point, My Z is about at that point where it needs the shock absorbers replaced. When I called the parts house I did not ask about the rears as they should be indenticle any way, at least they are pictorially. __________________ Beluga catback exhaust and Y-Pipe. Sport brakes upgrade. 24 row oil cooler. Battery relocated to the trunk.

05-22-2013, 03:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
Fishey Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lebanon Posts: 159 Drives: Volvo T5-R Rep Power: 12	The Nismo shocks are different valving and construction then the normal 370Z also they are a different color and marked differently.

05-22-2013, 03:33 PM	#8 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	op- not sure what your goal is, but i'd get the koni yellow's instead if you're looking for performance replacement. logenl7 likes this.

05-23-2013, 02:25 PM	#11 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	Post #8 - can potentially get your car to a new level. diddy535 likes this.

05-23-2013, 08:19 PM	#13 (permalink)
markthomas69 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 66 Drives: 2010 370Z Red, auto Rep Power: 12	I want to keep the ride height at stock levels, any lower and I would not be able to enter my driveway I could do the OE base shocks without a doubt, the Koni are nice. So I was thinking the Nismo would be best choice between the three. __________________ Beluga catback exhaust and Y-Pipe. Sport brakes upgrade. 24 row oil cooler. Battery relocated to the trunk.

05-24-2013, 11:51 AM	#15 (permalink)
fuct A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sugar Land Posts: 3,692 Drives: 97' Ranger :) Rep Power: 23	stock ride height? ewwwwwwww :P

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