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Old 12-12-2007, 05:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Gsedan35
I'm not convinced that the S-tune shock and spring setup that has been avaliable all this time as a add on item, are the same parts they are using on the Nismo Z. We've seen other special version's of the Z that they admited were equiped with the S-tune suspension, here they haven't said that and with some of the wording they have used, I'm inclined to think the parts are different (shock and spring wise). Now if I'm wrong and we have proof they are the same, I'm really ok with that just to say it.
From what I have read I don't think they are the same Gsedan35. I have also read the mass dampers will not have the same effect with a normal 350Z chassis ie. not seam welded. Gsedan35 you driven a Nismo Z yet?
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Old 12-12-2007, 06:12 AM
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any change the dampers make will be even more apparant IMHO on a non seam welded car, vs one that is seam welded
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Old 12-12-2007, 06:24 AM
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any change the dampers make will be even more apparant IMHO on a non seam welded car, vs one that is seam welded
Just stating what I have heard/read.
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Old 12-12-2007, 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Z1 Performance
we you can use these as a guide - they are the ones we sell for the Subaru. The Z ones are very similarly priced

http://www.z1auto.com/prodmore.asp?m...ng&prodid=2048
Wow, if they're that freaking much, I may pass on them. We'll see what my discount gets me.
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Old 12-12-2007, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Gsedan35
I'm not convinced that the S-tune shock and spring setup that has been avaliable all this time as a add on item, are the same parts they are using on the Nismo Z. We've seen other special version's of the Z that they admited were equiped with the S-tune suspension, here they haven't said that and with some of the wording they have used, I'm inclined to think the parts are different (shock and spring wise). Now if I'm wrong and we have proof they are the same, I'm really ok with that just to say it.
Hmm, possible, I suppose; one would have to compare part numbers, I guess. The suspension sure looks exactly the same and car sits the same, though, when compared side-by-side. Not sure why they would develop the S-tune suspension specifically for the Z, then change it for the Nismo Z; I'm therefore inclined to think they are the same, but have nothing to back that up at this time.
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Old 12-13-2007, 10:27 AM
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some picts to fuel the fire ?

i took these at $tillen day 07




looks like they mount where the factory crash bar absorbers are?
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Old 12-13-2007, 10:38 AM
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I've got pics of the rear I'll put up sometime. I already checked my '03; all the mounting points are there and they'll bolt right up, no prob.

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Old 12-13-2007, 10:52 AM
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I've had these on order for the longest time. Once they come in, I'm going to test them on my car to see if they will be compatible and how effective they really are.
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Old 12-13-2007, 11:36 AM
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I just ordered a set last night so let you guys know when they arrive in terms of fitment, etc
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Old 12-13-2007, 11:56 AM
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Old 12-13-2007, 12:19 PM
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Cool. I'll just hold off on bugging my parts guy daily until you guys get them and provide feedback. Little buggers are pretty expensive; want to make sure they're worth it.
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Old 12-13-2007, 01:40 PM
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I assume these will not fit a G coupe?
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Old 12-13-2007, 01:48 PM
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no clue
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Old 12-13-2007, 02:23 PM
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So will the Nismo prices be close to the ones on the Subie?
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Old 12-13-2007, 02:26 PM
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not sure, first we have to make sure they fit
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Old 12-13-2007, 08:04 PM
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I'd be interested in these if the price is right... and if the wait isn't too long. I'm working on suspension right now so why the hell not
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Old 12-14-2007, 05:46 AM
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As would I, if they fit on a G coupe.
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subscribing, very interested in this. based on my racing knowledge first hand as well as formula 1 engineering, this could be a great thing!
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Old 12-17-2007, 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Stanky19
subscribing, very interested in this. based on my racing knowledge first hand as well as formula 1 engineering, this could be a great thing!
Are you thinking along the lines of Renault's mass damper or the third damper everybody is running
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Old 12-18-2007, 05:55 AM
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subscribing, very intrested....
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