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Old 11-07-2007, 03:15 PM
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Default Want lowering springs but wanna keep OEM ride quality...

I love how the Z handles now, but I would also love to drop my Z a bit without further modifications such as altering caster camber plates. It would be great if I can find springs that will maintain the stock ride quality, but I'm definitely not looking for track-stiff springs. I would like to drop the Z noticeably yet getting the same ride quality as stock... Is that even humanly possible? I'm not interested in getting shocks or any other parts to dampen the Z.

I've heard of Tein S. Tech's being a good choice. Any others out there? I tried using the search function, but none came up to answer my question fully.
Old 11-07-2007, 03:30 PM
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s-tech (front .7" rear .6") or hotchkis
Old 11-07-2007, 03:31 PM
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but even with minimal drop springs, shock will eventually wear out.
Old 11-07-2007, 04:41 PM
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I've had my Hotchkis for 12k now, no problems, looking to drop it more with GF210s tho. Hotchkis rides better than stock imo.
Old 11-07-2007, 04:42 PM
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I went with RS-R Ti2000's. The spring rates are the closest to stock that I could find and they work very well. (Ride is similar to stock.)
Old 11-07-2007, 05:38 PM
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hotchkis........
Old 11-07-2007, 05:52 PM
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hotchkis rides really nicely, but it didnt drop enough for my tastes, now im running gf210's and hate the ride compared to the hotchkis.
Old 11-07-2007, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Nexx
hotchkis rides really nicely, but it didnt drop enough for my tastes, now im running gf210's and hate the ride compared to the hotchkis.
how much of a drop did you get with the gf210's??????
Old 11-07-2007, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by chill47
how much of a drop did you get with the gf210's??????
about another half inch. the hotchkis drops .6 front .8 rear.
Old 11-07-2007, 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Nexx
hotchkis rides really nicely, but it didnt drop enough for my tastes, now im running gf210's and hate the ride compared to the hotchkis.
THAT bad? Now your making me reconsider.
Old 11-07-2007, 07:21 PM
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check out swifts, i heard they are really good
http://mynismo.com/products/?id=5957
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I went with Tein S tech like someone said ealrier .7 & .6. I love the ride, pretty much the same as stock. But at this height, the shocks were designed to work at stock height, so dont be surprised if they do go out earlier then expeted. here is a pic of the car with stock rims 19 volk sf's on the 30-90 day wait. damn

Brian

Old 11-08-2007, 03:50 AM
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tanabe nf210...
Old 11-08-2007, 05:35 AM
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From a personal aspect, go with Hotchkis. Go with the sways to. Great kit. You will be glad you did it. Rides like stock and with the sways greatly reduces body roll. Good chance you won't need an alignment, but needs to be checked. Every car reacts differently and depending on the current alignment spec plays a role. And will be a noticeable drop.

I've currently have moved on to the Eibach prokit (1") drop. More subtle for myself. But that's where you really start to run into aftermarkit suspension kits. Hope this helps?
Old 11-08-2007, 07:24 AM
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I had the RS*R springs. The drop was noticeable and the ride was pretty good. However, since the stock handling is good enough for you, but comfort is also important you should look for progressive springs. They give the best of both worlds.
Old 11-08-2007, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Marino Z
but even with minimal drop springs, shock will eventually wear out.
shocks wear out on stock springs too....they are wear items

The best bang for the buck setup, without question, for those who want to improve the looks and handling, is the Hotchkis TVS set (springs + sways). You cannot beat this setup with a stick!
Old 11-08-2007, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Z1 Performance
shocks wear out on stock springs too....they are wear items

The best bang for the buck setup, without question, for those who want to improve the looks and handling, is the Hotchkis TVS set (springs + sways). You cannot beat this setup with a stick!
I am also looking for a smooth riding setup and the hotchkis sounds like a good kit.I would guess this would probably be the best all around kit but god my greddy front end scrapes now and i could only imagine how bad it will get with this kit on.
Old 11-08-2007, 10:28 AM
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I loved my previous Hotchkis spring & Tokico D-Spec setup
Old 11-08-2007, 11:49 AM
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Ksport coilovers arent terribly expensive and they are greatly improve ride quality, plus you can adjust height....
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Old 11-08-2007, 01:38 PM
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Tein S-tech + Tokico D-specs = close to stock but better.


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