Fixing corner grip on bumpy surfaces?

cartracer12 · 09-12-2009, 12:29 AM

It's most likely due to the hard suspension setup in the Z. Check you tire pressures. Then the alignment. If the alignment is true, and the camber is < -5 degrees then you should be at the optimum for reducing these types of effects. If you still feel as if you are getting pitched around and at the edge of losing traction the only other option I can think of with stock suspension is to reduce the unsprung weight IE tires, wheels, brakes, suspension. (which could be quite expensive). If you already have adjustable coilovers, then you could soften the bump dampening, allowing the suspension to react quicker and smoother to the changes in pavement height. Other than that your pretty much on your own.

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09-12-2009, 12:29 AM	#24 (permalink)
cartracer12 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kelowna Posts: 12 Drives: 94 Nissan 240sx BL M Rep Power: 18	It's most likely due to the hard suspension setup in the Z. Check you tire pressures. Then the alignment. If the alignment is true, and the camber is < -5 degrees then you should be at the optimum for reducing these types of effects. If you still feel as if you are getting pitched around and at the edge of losing traction the only other option I can think of with stock suspension is to reduce the unsprung weight IE tires, wheels, brakes, suspension. (which could be quite expensive). If you already have adjustable coilovers, then you could soften the bump dampening, allowing the suspension to react quicker and smoother to the changes in pavement height. Other than that your pretty much on your own.