Lowering Springs Comparisons

adidascanada · 07-06-2014, 01:47 PM

Great thread. This really helped this noob out.

erichans_Z · 08-10-2014, 11:07 AM

Noob time!

so, can I assume that in regards to a 370z base, the NISMO springs are the same/simular ride height as stock springs then?? was thinking about picking up a set of NISMO springs for my girls new 370z base, but was hoping for a subtle drop (like .1 to .5 inch) with a little "sportier" feel.... :iono:

pL4tiNumfi5t · 08-13-2014, 12:39 AM

If I recall correctly, the S-tune Nismo springs are supposed to lower 0.4in (some say front rides higher?), but not sure about the OEM Nismo.

RS-R can be added to the list:

RS-R Down Sus Lowering Springs
FRONT: 0.4-0.6'' REAR: 0.4-0.6''
FRONT: 8.15kg REAR: 8.87kg

Getting a Ti2000 set installed on Friday, will see where they settle

speedytl · 09-05-2014, 01:31 PM

Just got the ARK GT-F even drop front and rear a little stiffer than stock thick A$$ springs and paint lol glad I when with this.

Flybyenature · 09-11-2014, 08:01 AM

Just ordered Ark GT-F's I like the reviews so far cant wait to receive them!

$haq 370z · 11-04-2014, 01:07 PM

alright I'm at a dilemma , i have no clue which springs i want, I'm wanting to use oem shocks and what not (cos I'm a broke mofo) but i also want to drop an inch on front and back, what do you guys suggest? , I've been looking on stillen but idk if they are what i want

1slow370 · 11-04-2014, 03:14 PM

we need to edit the first post to say "deleted the old thread and just summarized it into *don't waste your time and just get the swift springs*"

kenchan · 11-04-2014, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1slow370

we need to edit the first post to say "deleted the old thread and just summarized it into *don't waste your time and just get the swift springs*"

$haq 370z · 11-06-2014, 04:35 PM

lol would you suggest the ark gts springs? it looks really aggressive

1slow370 · 11-06-2014, 07:14 PM

see the above 2 posts question answered.

3.7 ZPA · 11-08-2014, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flybyenature

Just ordered Ark GT-F's I like the reviews so far cant wait to receive them!

Did you install these yet? If so, how is it driving around the Bronx at that height? Driving on roads like the Bronx River and Bruckner makes me not want to lower this car...

1amongZfence · 11-26-2014, 09:51 AM

This thread right here, is the bees knees.
cuts down on repetitive questions

FLUJOKE · 12-05-2014, 05:26 PM

Safe to assume swift spring on oem sport shocks is relatively "safe" and won't blow em out sooner than later. Also will it scrape everywhere if I do this?

FLUJOKE · 12-05-2014, 05:39 PM

Dang b4 I almost forget. Best place to buy these swift springs? Also what type am I looking for or is it just swift springs for 370z? Do the rates and loss differ?

Trips · 12-05-2014, 05:45 PM

Early shock failure will happen eventually But the determining factor is the amount of drop, use, types of roads, and such the failure may happen sooner than later, But it will eventually happen.

Look at springs being a cheap way to drop it till you replace them with actual coil overs that should last as long as the stock shocks because they were designed with the car being dropped.

I hope that made sense

07-06-2014, 01:47 PM	#31 (permalink)
adidascanada Base Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: GTA Posts: 225 Drives: 370z Roadster Rep Power: 3365	Great thread. This really helped this noob out. 1amongZfence likes this.

08-13-2014, 12:39 AM	#33 (permalink)
pL4tiNumfi5t Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: 520, AZ Posts: 116 Drives: '09 370Z MB Sport Rep Power: 14	If I recall correctly, the S-tune Nismo springs are supposed to lower 0.4in (some say front rides higher?), but not sure about the OEM Nismo. RS-R can be added to the list: RS-R Down Sus Lowering Springs FRONT: 0.4-0.6'' REAR: 0.4-0.6'' FRONT: 8.15kg REAR: 8.87kg Getting a Ti2000 set installed on Friday, will see where they settle __________________ Tanabe Medalion Touring w/Y-Pipe \| Berk HFCs \| Mishimoto Air Intake Kit \| aFe Pro Dry S Drop-ins \| EcuTek \| Z1 34R Oil Cooler \| RS-R Ti2000 \| KONI Yellow \| SPL \| Goodridge Phantom \| Kics \| GTMat \| WedsSport SA-55M \| Bridgestone S-04 DIY: 7AT Aux Power Outlet Relocate

11-04-2014, 01:07 PM	#36 (permalink)
$haq 370z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 31 Drives: godzilla's lil sis Rep Power: 11	alright I'm at a dilemma , i have no clue which springs i want, I'm wanting to use oem shocks and what not (cos I'm a broke mofo) but i also want to drop an inch on front and back, what do you guys suggest? , I've been looking on stillen but idk if they are what i want Last edited by $haq 370z; 11-04-2014 at 01:15 PM.

11-04-2014, 03:14 PM	#37 (permalink)
1slow370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: In the D Posts: 3,732 Drives: v8 74 260z ;) Rep Power: 7250	we need to edit the first post to say "deleted the old thread and just summarized it into don't waste your time and just get the swift springs" kenchan, cigarclifford, NORAIN and 1 others like this. __________________ ANSWER PRICE LIST Answers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - $0.75 Answers (requiring thought) - - - - $1.25 Answers (correct) - - - - - - - - - - $12.50

11-06-2014, 07:14 PM	#40 (permalink)
1slow370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: In the D Posts: 3,732 Drives: v8 74 260z ;) Rep Power: 7250	see the above 2 posts question answered. __________________ ANSWER PRICE LIST Answers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - $0.75 Answers (requiring thought) - - - - $1.25 Answers (correct) - - - - - - - - - - $12.50

08-10-2014, 11:07 AM	#32 (permalink)
erichans_Z Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: SO-CAL Posts: 101 Drives: 2014 370Z base Rep Power: 10	Noob time! so, can I assume that in regards to a 370z base, the NISMO springs are the same/simular ride height as stock springs then?? was thinking about picking up a set of NISMO springs for my girls new 370z base, but was hoping for a subtle drop (like .1 to .5 inch) with a little "sportier" feel.... :iono:

09-05-2014, 01:31 PM	#34 (permalink)
speedytl Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Midwest Posts: 24 Drives: hayabusa 1340 370z Rep Power: 14	Just got the ARK GT-F even drop front and rear a little stiffer than stock thick A$$ springs and paint lol glad I when with this.

09-11-2014, 08:01 AM	#35 (permalink)
Flybyenature Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Bronx, NY Posts: 126 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Base Rep Power: 10	Just ordered Ark GT-F's I like the reviews so far cant wait to receive them!

11-06-2014, 04:35 PM	#39 (permalink)
$haq 370z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 31 Drives: godzilla's lil sis Rep Power: 11	lol would you suggest the ark gts springs? it looks really aggressive

11-26-2014, 09:51 AM	#42 (permalink)
1amongZfence Base Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 85 Drives: 14 Z34 MB MT Rep Power: 10	This thread right here, is the bees knees. cuts down on repetitive questions

12-05-2014, 05:26 PM	#43 (permalink)
FLUJOKE Track Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: earth Posts: 770 Drives: car Rep Power: 2067	Safe to assume swift spring on oem sport shocks is relatively "safe" and won't blow em out sooner than later. Also will it scrape everywhere if I do this?

12-05-2014, 05:39 PM	#44 (permalink)
FLUJOKE Track Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: earth Posts: 770 Drives: car Rep Power: 2067	Dang b4 I almost forget. Best place to buy these swift springs? Also what type am I looking for or is it just swift springs for 370z? Do the rates and loss differ?

12-05-2014, 05:45 PM	#45 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,728 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Early shock failure will happen eventually But the determining factor is the amount of drop, use, types of roads, and such the failure may happen sooner than later, But it will eventually happen. Look at springs being a cheap way to drop it till you replace them with actual coil overs that should last as long as the stock shocks because they were designed with the car being dropped. I hope that made sense FLUJOKE likes this. __________________

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