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Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 05-20-2014, 01:18 AM
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Posted By MadChemist
The main purpose of vert specific springs is to...

The main purpose of vert specific springs is to ensure that handling maintained or increased. Verts have a different weight distribution than coupes, we are a little heavier in the back. Due to...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-17-2013, 04:21 PM
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Posted By MadChemist
Everything is in spec so I won't have to worry...

Everything is in spec so I won't have to worry about that. Not going the spacers route. As soon as the tires are done, I'm going to upgrade the wheels and make sure it has the proper offset.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-17-2013, 02:26 PM
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Posted By MadChemist
Yea I measured wrong. In terms of the rear, I am...

Yea I measured wrong. In terms of the rear, I am going to leave it for now and see how much it settles. If I do chop, it'll be about .25" of the mount.

I try to do all of my car work. I really...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-17-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 29
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Posted By MadChemist
The Results

Got it aligned, no problems. Overall, I am pretty happy with it. The ride is definitely stiffer, which was to be expected. Remeasured the drop, I was off earlier

Before drop (from ground to top...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-16-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 29
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Posted By MadChemist
I'll post pics tomorrow after the alignment. Did...

I'll post pics tomorrow after the alignment. Did a quick measurement this evening, front dropped about 1-1.25 and the rear 1.5. The front is spot on, the rear I might lower further but going to...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-16-2013, 09:28 PM
Replies: 29
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Posted By MadChemist
quick rant: so the bolt was special order since...

quick rant: so the bolt was special order since they don't carry it in stock, no problem. Trying to get them to find the part number, they (nissan) are worthless. They tried for several minutes...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-15-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Toe bolts and camber arms for the rear. UCA for...

Toe bolts and camber arms for the rear. UCA for the front. I'm finished except that I destroyed the threads on the pinch bolt that connects the spindle to the UCA. Hopefully have it aligned by...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-14-2013, 09:52 PM
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Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Almost finished. Elongating the toe bolt hole...

Almost finished. Elongating the toe bolt hole destroyed my bit. Going to have to buy another so I can finish.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-14-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Going to start tonight. Took some quick pictures...

Going to start tonight. Took some quick pictures of the before, of course it started raining with the top down. Should have some after pictures tomorrow evening after I get it aligned. Fingers...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-09-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Just got all the parts in today. If I can take...

Just got all the parts in today. If I can take friday off, I'll install them then.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-05-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
springs will arrive here this week. upper...

springs will arrive here this week. upper control arms are still MIA. Had to reorder the lower control arms since they were out of stock where I purchased them. From the coupe pictures people have...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 11-04-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Springs, UCAs, Rear LCAs ordered. Waiting for...

Springs, UCAs, Rear LCAs ordered. Waiting for shipments sucks.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-30-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
I don't buy anything "just because other people...

I don't buy anything "just because other people do." Ran H&R springs on my classic BMW and loved the ride. On my 350z, I ran tanabe springs and loved them. Verts have a different weight...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-27-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Yep. I definitely can do that. In terms of...

Yep. I definitely can do that. In terms of alignment, I believe if you are going to do something do it right the first time. I will be ordering springs, upper A-arms, rear toe arms, and rear...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-26-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
Okay, looks like I'll be the test subject. I'll...

Okay, looks like I'll be the test subject. I'll post pics and a quick review once I purchase and install.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-25-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,981
Posted By MadChemist
H&R Vert Springs

Anyone have any experience with H&R vert springs. I know most aftermarket springs aren't specially designed for verts. Just wondering if anyone has running these and their impressions. ...
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