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It uses a progressive spring that is initially compliant for a decent ride then as you put increasing pressure on it, it starts to stiffen up more.

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Old 08-17-2009, 01:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
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It uses a progressive spring that is initially compliant for a decent ride then as you put increasing pressure on it, it starts to stiffen up more.
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It uses a progressive spring that is initially compliant for a decent ride then as you put increasing pressure on it, it starts to stiffen up more.
intresting. so overall the handling capabilities of the kw's are better than the stock suspension?
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intresting. so overall the handling capabilities of the kw's are better than the stock suspension?
Way better. The largest difference I noticed was in multiple turns. It does a great job of suppressing body roll tendency compared to stock. Or it just seems to produce less lateral force in turning. Kinda had to describe.
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Way better. The largest difference I noticed was in multiple turns. It does a great job of suppressing body roll tendency compared to stock. Or it just seems to produce less lateral force in turning. Kinda had to describe.
do you still retain the double wishbone suspension up front with the kw coilovers?
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do you still retain the double wishbone suspension up front with the kw coilovers?
. They are basically the same set up as the OE. Just added better shocks with dampening adjustment capabilities and progressive springs with adjustable purch for height adjustability.

I know the OE 370z suspension is already great out of the box, but impovement on top notch suspension upgrades like KW, JIC etc.. only improves the suspension for better handling without sacrificing daily driving comfort.

Dean, have your KW'S settled? when are you coming in for your free height adjustment

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Yes you do. They are basically the same set up as the OE. Just added better shocks with dampening adjustment capabilities and progressive springs with adjustable purch for height adjustability.

I know the OE 370z suspension is already great out of the box, but impovement on top notch suspension upgrades like KW, JIC etc.. only improves the suspension for better handling without sacrificing daily driving comfort.

Dean, have your KW'S settled? when are you coming in for your free height adjustment
Dunno if it's settled yet or not. But I figure I should come in for the camber arms and alignment pretty soon before I destroy my tires. Please PM me the price for alignment and camber arms.
I also have to figure out when I can get a ride back from there. Its gotta be a thursday/friday, but this is probably when your shop is completely filled. I dunno, let me know what works for you Lou.
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. They are basically the same set up as the OE. Just added better shocks with dampening adjustment capabilities and progressive springs with adjustable purch for height adjustability.

I know the OE 370z suspension is already great out of the box, but impovement on top notch suspension upgrades like KW, JIC etc.. only improves the suspension for better handling without sacrificing daily driving comfort.

Dean, have your KW'S settled? when are you coming in for your free height adjustment
OE's are not coilovers though correct? therefore the setup has to be somewhat different.
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I am under the impression w/ springs you need to get a camber kit but w/ coilovers you don't.. am i off in never never land or is that the general consensus?
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I am under the impression w/ springs you need to get a camber kit but w/ coilovers you don't.. am i off in never never land or is that the general consensus?
The need for a camber kit is determined by the amount of drop...Most springs and Coilovers start at least 1" lower so a kit will most likely be needed with either..
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I am under the impression w/ springs you need to get a camber kit but w/ coilovers you don't.. am i off in never never land or is that the general consensus?
Not the case on this car - once you lower the car, sometimes even as little as 1/2 inch, at least an aftermarket rear camber/toe kit is required to bring things back to spec. Up front, the car can deal with, and actually likes, a bit more negative camber. I have not yet seen a proper front a arm set for these cars, but there will be some good, solid options available soon. For the rear, there are several good kits available
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