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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 08:11 AM
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Default Best Spring for Tokico D-Spec

Future Current Set-up

Enkei NT03+M

F:18x9.5 +27 offset/5mm spacer----265/35/18
R:18.10.5 +30 offset/10mm spacer---295/35/18

I am looking for a 1in-1.2in drop that will work well with Tokico shocks? and looking for a flush look.

I live in RI so i am not looking for a crazy drop, but want something to close the fender gap.

would i need to roll my fenders with that current set-up. and are those spacers adequate to what im looking for.

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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 08:31 AM
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i think the hotchkis springs will give you a nice 1 inch drop.
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 09:52 AM
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sportline spring... like 1.3" drop
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 10:25 AM
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I was thinking the same exact thing a while ago. I decided on the Tokico D-spec springs to go with the dampeners - why not go with the springs that were made to go with the dampeners?

They should be good for about 1.25" drop all around.

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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 11:25 AM
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Yea i was lookin at gettin the tokico full suspension kit for like $700, But i havent heard alot about the tokico springs and what kind of drop they give you.
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 11:29 AM
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I had the full tokico d-spec suspension on my 350z, and in fact i sold it to someone in this thread.

expect a drop something like this:


(there's more in my photo albums)
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 12:28 PM
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Looks really good^
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 03:40 PM
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BC coilovers on mine with a 20mm drop, same wheels as you. Check out my pics.
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 05:06 PM
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Nice pic, im goin to get mine painted flat black. Do you have any wheel spacers on that
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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i have the d-spec setup and really like it. very good drop after cutting the rear spring mount. linear springs are a bonus.
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by TheBlue350z
Nice pic, im goin to get mine painted flat black. Do you have any wheel spacers on that
20mm rear, 10mm front
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 12:03 AM
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Sportlines + D-Spec = WIN

Coilovers = Bigger WIN

But in my opinion, I would get sportlines...Lowers it pretty well, rides great IMO...

Heres a pic of mine when I had sportlines/dspecs...


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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 06:55 AM
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wow thats a nice drop. Do u have any rubbing issues. I am getting aftermarket wheels with wheel spacers. and did u have to get a camber kit for that kind of drop.
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 09:45 PM
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Thanks, and nope no rubbing, I pulled my fenders...And yes, you will need to get a camber kit AT LEAST for the rear...I dont have one for my front but I autox a lot so i have a decent amount of camber all the time...

In your case, depends on the size/offset of your rims to decide if you will rub or not...The tire slightly tucks with sportlines with STOCK rims, but if you get aftermarket 18's you should be fine depending on your tire size, and it will probably be around flush with your fender without rubbing...just have to get the right size/offset rims/tires and mess with your camber......

GL my friend!
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Old Jan 18, 2010 | 06:08 PM
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Tanabe NF210 + Dspecs = WIN
My car rides like a lexus
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