New suspension but maintain stock ride height
02-16-2011, 07:01 AM
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Sorry for hijacking, but I'm in the same boat as the OP. My driveway requires me to maintain as close to the stock ride height as possible. Have an 05 Z.
I've been considering coilovers that give me the choice of having it at stock height. Would it be a better bang for buck to just gets Tokico D-specs and call it a day? I guess my budget would be around 1-1.5k
I try to track my car at least 5-6 times every year. I don't mind a bit of a stiff ride, but I do live in LA and we have some bad roads. Since it is my DD, I wouldn't want it to be too aggressive. Already have Hotchkis sways (2nd from stiffest up front/Medium in the rear)
Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks guys
I've been considering coilovers that give me the choice of having it at stock height. Would it be a better bang for buck to just gets Tokico D-specs and call it a day? I guess my budget would be around 1-1.5k
I try to track my car at least 5-6 times every year. I don't mind a bit of a stiff ride, but I do live in LA and we have some bad roads. Since it is my DD, I wouldn't want it to be too aggressive. Already have Hotchkis sways (2nd from stiffest up front/Medium in the rear)
Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks guys
02-18-2011, 02:58 AM
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They were out of stock of hotchkis springs so I went with TEIN H-techs instead.
Installing hotchkis sways, SPL solid diff bushings, TEIN H-tech springs and KYB GR-2 shocks tomorrow.
As well as a tune up and oil change!
As far as camber, I am going to wait until all parts are installed to see where I measure up (Like Z1 suggests). However, I do know that the set of tires I just replaced had some "feathering" wear. All 4 inside tread wore more than outside tread.
I haven't located the camber/caster/toe specs for my 2003 Z yet.
Not sure what you mean by "everything else"? Suspension wise...
Installing hotchkis sways, SPL solid diff bushings, TEIN H-tech springs and KYB GR-2 shocks tomorrow.
As well as a tune up and oil change!
I haven't located the camber/caster/toe specs for my 2003 Z yet.
Not sure what you mean by "everything else"? Suspension wise...
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02-19-2011, 05:10 PM
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Konis are a very good choice, especially if you're tracking a car from time to time. As another data point, I am riding on Bilstein PSS10s and these things are fantastic for daily driving. Search around for the reviews on these and you'll see that they're highly recommended. They would fall at the top of your budget though. I am fairly certain that you can achieve stock ride height if you want that. The only drawback is that these coils may not be the optimal choice for track duty. Some day they're too "soft" for that, whatever that means. Stiffer does not mean better in the corners. Just something to consider.
02-19-2011, 10:00 PM
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Konis are a very good choice, especially if you're tracking a car from time to time. As another data point, I am riding on Bilstein PSS10s and these things are fantastic for daily driving. Search around for the reviews on these and you'll see that they're highly recommended. They would fall at the top of your budget though. I am fairly certain that you can achieve stock ride height if you want that. The only drawback is that these coils may not be the optimal choice for track duty. Some day they're too "soft" for that, whatever that means. Stiffer does not mean better in the corners. Just something to consider.
02-25-2011, 06:13 AM
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Yessir. All new suspension parts have been put on. Drives amazing!
I feel the sways have increased my car's responsiveness greatly.
The only problem I am having:
I have the FRONT sway at the 2nd from soft end and the REAR sway in the middle hole.
I am more confident now of my rear not letting go and coming around on me on acceleration towards the exit of the turn. I feel this increased stiffness and new tires have helped that intensely.
However, when I take a turn aggressively I feel as though which ever way I am turning that front side dives too much and has actually picked the opposite side rear tire off the road enough to cause wheel spin.
I feel that my front sway should be adjusted one hole stiffer... does this sound logical?
Either way the car is solid and driving wayyy better then before. If I keep current setup I would just have to change my driving style. I feel that since I just dropped all this money into my suspension with adjustability that my suspension should be adjusted.. not me :P
I feel the sways have increased my car's responsiveness greatly.
The only problem I am having:
I have the FRONT sway at the 2nd from soft end and the REAR sway in the middle hole.
I am more confident now of my rear not letting go and coming around on me on acceleration towards the exit of the turn. I feel this increased stiffness and new tires have helped that intensely.
However, when I take a turn aggressively I feel as though which ever way I am turning that front side dives too much and has actually picked the opposite side rear tire off the road enough to cause wheel spin.
I feel that my front sway should be adjusted one hole stiffer... does this sound logical?
Either way the car is solid and driving wayyy better then before. If I keep current setup I would just have to change my driving style. I feel that since I just dropped all this money into my suspension with adjustability that my suspension should be adjusted.. not me :P
02-25-2011, 07:30 AM
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well i cant really help ya with the sways cuz im still on my stock ones. but what do u think of the h techs, what did they settle at? im tryin to decide between those and rsr springs
02-25-2011, 04:06 PM
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I can measure the current height if that would help?
I feel that they dropped at least 1/2".
Just keep in mind... My tires are 235/40 and 255/40 so that will effect my height as well.
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If the most mild lowering spring drops the car by only 1/2 inch, you can offset the lower ride height with a wheel and tire combo with an overall diameter of 1/2 inch greater than stock.
Not hard to do with a +1 rim size and a larger tire...
Not hard to do with a +1 rim size and a larger tire...
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