Any one replace their lower ball joints?
This was really helpful!! I am going to try and change mine. I have a noise when turning as well. I got an oil change and the tech recommended me changing them as well to stop the noise.
The steering knuckle and the lower control arm are different on 05+.
I had this same noise as well. Clunking when driving over bumps at low speed, creaking when turning left/right at low speeds. The dealership at first replaced the compression rods to no avail. This time they replaced the tie rods and that did the trick.
Last edited by WhosRich; Aug 14, 2010 at 10:02 AM.
Anyone on this forum have these? Just curious because I need new ball joints.
This brand new product from Moonface Racing Japan is for those who have lowered their Z or G by significant levels.
So we know everyone's question - what will this product do, and why should I consider it?
Very simply put, these pieces will allow the front control arms to return back to a more neutral position. This means your geometry remains as Nissan intended, even though your car is now lower than they originally designed it to be. In doing so, you also get a better overall camber curve as the suspension compresses and rebounds. This means more contact patch on the ground, and more predictable handling. When you lower your Z or G, you are lowering the center of gravity of the car by lowering the height. However, you are also lowering the roll center. The net result is you can actually induce more body roll than you had before - not the hot setup at all! This kit is very simple in its design, and purposeful in its execution. It raises the roll center back up, without affecting the height of the car. This allows you to increase the roll stiffness, which of course means less body roll. At the same time, you are also bringing the front tie rods back to a position that is parallel to the ground, meaning that your geometry is back to its sweet spot. The overall net result? Very simple - significantly faster turn in response and much less bump steer.
These are the real deal - you'll see some kits on the market extend the factory ball joints, which creates a flex point that is sure to fail - especially as you add stickier tires and stiffer spring rates found on aftermarket suspensions. These are full 100% complete replacements for the factory ball joints, that are fully sealed.
We recommend you have front adjustable a arms as well as coilovers, as they will alter your camber and height settings. Having adjustable coilovers and a arms will allow you to adjust these settings back to where you like them.
Usually ships in 1-14 days.
Here's the link to Z-1
http://z1auto.com/prodmore.asp?model...ng&prodid=3417
This brand new product from Moonface Racing Japan is for those who have lowered their Z or G by significant levels.
So we know everyone's question - what will this product do, and why should I consider it?
Very simply put, these pieces will allow the front control arms to return back to a more neutral position. This means your geometry remains as Nissan intended, even though your car is now lower than they originally designed it to be. In doing so, you also get a better overall camber curve as the suspension compresses and rebounds. This means more contact patch on the ground, and more predictable handling. When you lower your Z or G, you are lowering the center of gravity of the car by lowering the height. However, you are also lowering the roll center. The net result is you can actually induce more body roll than you had before - not the hot setup at all! This kit is very simple in its design, and purposeful in its execution. It raises the roll center back up, without affecting the height of the car. This allows you to increase the roll stiffness, which of course means less body roll. At the same time, you are also bringing the front tie rods back to a position that is parallel to the ground, meaning that your geometry is back to its sweet spot. The overall net result? Very simple - significantly faster turn in response and much less bump steer.
These are the real deal - you'll see some kits on the market extend the factory ball joints, which creates a flex point that is sure to fail - especially as you add stickier tires and stiffer spring rates found on aftermarket suspensions. These are full 100% complete replacements for the factory ball joints, that are fully sealed.
We recommend you have front adjustable a arms as well as coilovers, as they will alter your camber and height settings. Having adjustable coilovers and a arms will allow you to adjust these settings back to where you like them.
Usually ships in 1-14 days.
Here's the link to Z-1
http://z1auto.com/prodmore.asp?model...ng&prodid=3417
I think so too. I'm really not digging the price, but I think it will be worth it in the long run. For now I'm just gonna throw on a set of oem ball joints and then get these later.
