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Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 09-14-2021, 09:29 PM
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Posted By Ralphatron
PM'd

PM'd
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 08-27-2021, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,157
Posted By Ralphatron
any chance these are still available? :icon17:

any chance these are still available? :icon17:
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 08-27-2021, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By Ralphatron
do these bolt up to the stock midpipe ?

do these bolt up to the stock midpipe ?
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 04-02-2021, 08:32 PM
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Views: 844
Posted By Ralphatron
I have this axleback and absolutely LOVE it. The...

I have this axleback and absolutely LOVE it. The only problem is that remark sent me the blue tip version when I ordered the stainless version and I didn't feel like waiting 2 months for them to fix...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-31-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
Perfecto! Yup, already planned to get...

Perfecto!



Yup, already planned to get the lockout kit ;)

And that's a good idea I hadn't thought of. Definitely going to ask around this time.

Thanks again guys, I'll come back and...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-31-2020, 12:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
yeah that's the front control arm, I was talking...

yeah that's the front control arm, I was talking about the rear camber and toe arms. I'm going to hold off on the fronts and just get the rear in spec for now.

but speaking of the fronts... do...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 10:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
I really appreciate all the help!

I really appreciate all the help!
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
@OptionZero @Spooler and @Rusty (and whoever else...

@OptionZero @Spooler and @Rusty (and whoever else wants to chime in)...

Is there a reason to spend the extra cash on the billet versions of the SPL arms? Or will the regular titanium tube style...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 08:48 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
hmm... curious why having them connected would...

hmm... curious why having them connected would affect height adjustment? I usually disconnect, or make sure both sides are evenly loaded/unloaded when working on the suspension because of unwanted...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 05:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
So far this is my plan of action... - switch...

So far this is my plan of action...

- switch back over to true rear coilovers
- get SPL front upper control arms
- get SPL rear toe Arms
- replace Z1 camber arms with SPL camber arms
- new...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
yeah I honestly have no idea how it could have...

yeah I honestly have no idea how it could have happened, especially from the factory. surprisingly it caused no issues at all when it was installed, just super ******* weird when I saw it



I...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 01:55 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
FWIW, I noticed my car came from the factory with...

FWIW, I noticed my car came from the factory with some strange findings...

I picked it up from a dealer with only 7 miles on it so I doubt they messed with it, BUT....

1. The front sway bar...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 01:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
I've got 5k swifts on the true rear kit. I'm...

I've got 5k swifts on the true rear kit. I'm fully aware of how the wheel rate is about .5 to 1 on a Z and the oem springs are basically double the rate for the same feel as a true rear strut spring....
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-30-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
See, hearing that your setup is actually better...

See, hearing that your setup is actually better than the nismo suspension gives me hope. I need that in my life.

I also see that you're an SPL whore so it makes a lot of sense why your ride is...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 11:07 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
yea I had a feeling that was the case, thanks for...

yea I had a feeling that was the case, thanks for confirming.

I feel lost at this point. I either dump close to another grand on control arms, proper spc toe bolt installation, and alignment,...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 10:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
I honestly am very glad you understand what I...

I honestly am very glad you understand what I mean and are saying this because I really can't understand how anyone would think this ride quality is acceptable, let alone expected to be performant.
...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 09:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
I'm in greater fort lauderdale area. I wouldn't...

I'm in greater fort lauderdale area. I wouldn't mind going as north as west palm beach, or as south as miami.



yeah, I'm just worried about messing up since its the actual subframe I'm cutting...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 09:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
crap on a stick, the spc bolts require cutting...

crap on a stick, the spc bolts require cutting the hole bigger. I have no idea who to trust to do that right around here :icon14:
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 08:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
oh, a thought I just had was worn out or damaged...

oh, a thought I just had was worn out or damaged control arm bushings in the rear where the spring bucket and shock connects to the rotor. I must have removed and reinstalled the entire suspension...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 08:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
This is super encouraging and it definitely gives...

This is super encouraging and it definitely gives me hope. What I still don't get though is if all these extra parts are needed to get coilovers to sit and feel right, how the hell is everyone else...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
... um no.... what I'm trying to figure out...

... um no....

what I'm trying to figure out is if coilovers are supposed to ride like ****



I was not happy about the toe either, but the "tech" told me I'm fine as long as its in range and...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-29-2020, 05:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,954
Posted By Ralphatron
Horrible ride quality and can't figure out why

So I'm out of ideas on why my ride quality is pure garbage and hoping you guys can help me out...

Here is my setup:

- BR series BC Coilovers (NON true rear) - Dampers set to FULL SOFT
- Swift...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-17-2020, 11:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,614
Posted By Ralphatron
yeah, toe is the devil when it comes to wear....

yeah, toe is the devil when it comes to wear. you're running 1 inch larger wheels than me so that is probably skewing the height comparison a tiny bit. I guess I'll just see what happens when I get...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-17-2020, 10:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,614
Posted By Ralphatron
damn, isn't 27" not far from stock? I wonder if...

damn, isn't 27" not far from stock? I wonder if the difference in our wheels/tires might have something to do with it but I guess we'll see what happens when its up on the rack. I've got my rears at...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 12-17-2020, 09:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,614
Posted By Ralphatron
Just curious how low you are to have your camber...

Just curious how low you are to have your camber that out of spec that adjusting it would throw the toe out of spec?

I just got the z1 camber arms but haven't put them on yet, my rear height is...
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