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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 11:17 AM
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Default KW-V1 or Nismo S-tune setup?

Hey guys,
I have a 2006 -350z. I am having a hard time deciding between the two setups. Which would give me a better sports car feel? I am worried that the KW-V1 would be too comfortable and lazy. Thanks for the help!
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 11:59 AM
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Don't know about the KW but the Nismo's dampening was too bouncy on uneven surfaces, too many oscillations before settling.

Think about what you want, race cars race on smooth tracks, US roads are more like tarmac rally stage.

Replacing front bushings gave me the most "race car" feel so far.
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 12:01 PM
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I have a Eibach Pro Street S which is the same as a KW V1... Rides better than the Nismo.
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 12:37 PM
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I and other members have installed and critiqued the Nismo S-tune. No I will not search for you.
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 12:39 PM
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Your searches are NSFW anyways.
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 12:39 PM
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Flo-ridaz33,

That is correct Eibach Pro street is the same as KW - V1. Does this suspension feel more firm, responsive and improves handling over the OEM 2006 suspension?

When you say "rides better then the Nismo" can you expand on that note.
Thanks guys!
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 01:47 PM
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whats your budget?
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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i've had both setups. the nismo felt the closest to soft and comfortable. i'm still running the KW and enjoying it.
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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 10:06 AM
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I am leaning towards the KW-V1 setup, seems to have great reviews...
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Neimad
Don't know about the KW but the Nismo's dampening was too bouncy on uneven surfaces, too many oscillations before settling.

Think about what you want, race cars race on smooth tracks, US roads are more like tarmac rally stage.

Replacing front bushings gave me the most "race car" feel so far.
Are your comments for the S-tune suspension or based on a 07/08 Nismo Z?
2 totally different suspension's.

Last edited by Gsedan35; Feb 24, 2012 at 08:44 AM.
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 10:12 AM
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I was referring to the S-tune, I put them on my 03 for about 6 months.
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