Notices
Brakes & Suspension 350Z stoppers, coils, shocks/dampers

Hotchkis TVS Kit (Pics)

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 06:25 AM
  #21  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Anyone who already has install this kit please leave me some tips on an easier install.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 08:11 AM
  #22  
beep*beep's Avatar
beep*beep
Registered User
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
From: bay area
Default

what should be the setup for sways? coz im planning to buy one and i dont know what would be the good setup
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 09:34 AM
  #23  
bacalhau16's Avatar
bacalhau16
Registered User
iTrader: (32)
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 3,148
Likes: 0
From: dartmouth
Default

I have Hotchkis springs in my car, and its pretty straight forward. Im looking into buying a set of sways as we speak, so I cant help you much there. I can tell you that I love the ride quality of these springs because it didnt change much compared to stock. Good luck!
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 12:11 PM
  #24  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Originally Posted by beep*beep
what should be the setup for sways? coz im planning to buy one and i dont know what would be the good setup
That all depends on how you want you car to handle.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 12:15 PM
  #25  
charlie_rdstr_Z's Avatar
charlie_rdstr_Z
Registered User
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,491
Likes: 0
From: Montray pok
Default

Does the package come with instructions? I can't wait to start wrenching.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 12:18 PM
  #26  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Yes it came with sway bar installation instructions. There are DIY write-ups though on installation of springs.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 12:28 PM
  #27  
HDPDZO6's Avatar
HDPDZO6
Registered User
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 5,998
Likes: 0
From: Las Vegas
Default

Originally Posted by beep*beep
what should be the setup for sways? coz im planning to buy one and i dont know what would be the good setup
I have the older (3 hole) sways, along with the springs. I have both front and rear set to medium. It's a fairly stiff ride, but not uncomfortable. The handling is very good though, considering the price I payed. A vast improvement over stock. I'll probably set the rears to light though. On medium setting, the rear end gets away easily and ya gotta be careful around turns.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2006 | 01:43 PM
  #28  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

I'm gonna start with a softer setting and work my way up.
Reply
Old Dec 11, 2006 | 09:41 AM
  #29  
INTENSEPOWER's Avatar
INTENSEPOWER
Vendor - Former Vendor
iTrader: (208)
 
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,038
Likes: 0
From: Arizona
Default

Originally Posted by Robert_K
Intense link is in my sig as well as Hotchkis Tuning site. Here is where you can get the $50 rebate: http://www.hotchkis.net/cgi-bin/EDCstore.pl Follow the links on their site for the rebate.


Anytime Darren! Looks like I've brought you some new customers! Just don't think you will find a better suspention kit deal right now with your price and the Hotchkis rebate! Also I left to a positive iTrader rating and included you name and link in my sig. Hopefully we can work some deals in the future.
Robert,

Thanks for posting the link. Left you iTrader too!

Mark at Hotchkis moves fast.. he's already completed my request by adding our company to the vendor section there:

http://www.hotchkistuning.com/cgi-bi...ontent/dealers

Darren.
Reply
Old Dec 11, 2006 | 09:50 AM
  #30  
Vertex350's Avatar
Vertex350
Registered User
iTrader: (76)
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 3,512
Likes: 1
From: SoCal
Default

I like the even drop that these springs provide.

You have PM.
Reply
Old Dec 12, 2006 | 01:09 PM
  #31  
beep*beep's Avatar
beep*beep
Registered User
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
From: bay area
Default

Originally Posted by HDPD350Z
I have the older (3 hole) sways, along with the springs. I have both front and rear set to medium. It's a fairly stiff ride, but not uncomfortable. The handling is very good though, considering the price I payed. A vast improvement over stock. I'll probably set the rears to light though. On medium setting, the rear end gets away easily and ya gotta be careful around turns.
thanks! probably buy this as a present to myself
Reply
Old Dec 28, 2006 | 11:05 AM
  #32  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Finally got the kit installed. Can't take any pics cause of all the snow we're getting here in Colorado. On the drive back from Denver it felt great. Have set on the softest settings and still can notice a little difference in performance. Can't wait to test it out at the SCCA Auto-X on the 14th. Overall great buy for $350!!
Reply
Old Dec 29, 2006 | 03:24 PM
  #33  
charlie_rdstr_Z's Avatar
charlie_rdstr_Z
Registered User
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,491
Likes: 0
From: Montray pok
Default

Anyone notice these have 4 settings instead of 3? It must be a new batch to dial in more accuracy.
Reply
Old Dec 29, 2006 | 03:45 PM
  #34  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Yeap! Someone else mentioned it.
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 04:22 PM
  #35  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Damn will it ever stop snowing!!! Hopefully I can get her washed up tomorrow and get some pics. Have to share this though.
Sold my OEM springs for $75 shipped on the G35 forums. I had a buddy give me his OEM springs before moving and sold those as well for $75. Can't beat this deal:

Hotchkis TVS Kit from Intense: $399 (Thanks Darren!!!)
Hotchkis Rebate: -$50
Selling OEM Springs (2 sets): -$150
Total: $199!!! For lowering springs and sway bars!!!
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 05:36 PM
  #36  
charlie_rdstr_Z's Avatar
charlie_rdstr_Z
Registered User
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,491
Likes: 0
From: Montray pok
Default

Originally Posted by Robert_K
Damn will it ever stop snowing!!! Hopefully I can get her washed up tomorrow and get some pics. Have to share this though.
Sold my OEM springs for $75 shipped on the G35 forums. I had a buddy give me his OEM springs before moving and sold those as well for $75. Can't beat this deal:

Hotchkis TVS Kit from Intense: $399 (Thanks Darren!!!)
Hotchkis Rebate: -$50
Selling OEM Springs (2 sets): -$150
Total: $199!!! For lowering springs and sway bars!!!
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 05:40 PM
  #37  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

Originally Posted by charlie_rdstr_Z
Priceless huh?

Like I said though... Hopefully I can get her washed tomorrow and get some pics. I'm very happy with the kit and still can't get over what I got it for.
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 05:49 PM
  #38  
charlie_rdstr_Z's Avatar
charlie_rdstr_Z
Registered User
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,491
Likes: 0
From: Montray pok
Default

Originally Posted by Robert_K
Priceless huh?

Like I said though... Hopefully I can get her washed tomorrow and get some pics. I'm very happy with the kit and still can't get over what I got it for.
Speechless.

I pushed a turn real hard the other day and no more wheel hop. It turned and kept turning and my steering wheel and suspension balance had perfect contact.
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 05:51 PM
  #39  
Robert_K's Avatar
Robert_K
Thread Starter
Didn't Go Cheap
Premier Member
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,390
Likes: 101
From: Spring, TX
Default

What are you sways set-up at right now?
Reply
Old Jan 5, 2007 | 06:17 PM
  #40  
charlie_rdstr_Z's Avatar
charlie_rdstr_Z
Registered User
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,491
Likes: 0
From: Montray pok
Default

Originally Posted by Robert_K
What are you sways set-up at right now?
Default. It was accidentally set to softest both front and rear cause the installers were too lazy to read the manual. It felt very neutral and I didn't like it all. I had them re do it.
Reply



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 07:24 AM.