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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 12:29 AM
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Update on Tein lowering springs.

Well a few months back, I asked a question on which springs would be good to lower my car a nice drop and to have an almost stock handling feeling, so I decided to go with Tein H Techs for the 350Z and I can say that I am very happy with the outcome. It has been almost 3 weeks since I installed them and they have settled in nicely, the front has dropped just above my tire and the back has about an inch and a half gap. I also installed the Gialla grill which I think makes it a much cleaner look.
Thanks for all the feedback I received when it came to springs.
Here are a few pics.



 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 01:42 AM
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What size rims you got on? Ive got the same drop on my G. Ive had them for about a month now. I am wondering when I put on my 19s if they will fill the little gap I have left. Im not sure if they will...



 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 01:57 AM
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looks good!
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 03:01 AM
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any camber or toe problems?

looks sweet btw.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 03:45 AM
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I have 19' rims and my gap in front look less than yours IS300TOG35 so I guess it will get smaller when you upsize.
I knew there was something I forgot to mention and that was the camber and toe, my car did get back within manuf. specs, a little on the higher side of the spec but indeed still within the allowable tolerance. I checked the tires for any uneven wear and so far so good.
The suspension is a little stiffer but that is better than the bouncing effect I used to get in the rear of the car, felt like I had no connection to the back wheels. I take turns a lot quicker than I used to and have the secure feeling when doing so.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 04:31 AM
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Looks goods. From what I've heard you can't bring your camber into spec after a drop like yours. If you do props.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 04:52 AM
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Well I did ask many questions on this and I got 3 guys who got theirs back in and a few who were just out, so I guess I was just one of the lucky ones. My tolerances were in by .1 or .2 of what was recommended.
The drop is not as dramatic as others I have seen but .7 of an inch is about perfect for what I was aiming for, I can still park my car at work without hitting the curb and it barely scrapes my driveway if I go in straight.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 11:42 AM
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wow a .7 inch lowering, exactly what i'm loooking for. Thanks urban.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 12:29 PM
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Here's what the same springs look like on a sedan, but I didn't care for the rear drop so I installed a 3/8" spacer to alter the rear drop.



Alignment shop can't get me in til tuesday so no numbers for right now.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 12:37 PM
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Like urban said, my camber and toe are all in spec with the exception of my rear left is out by like .1 (which isnt dramatic) I think the Z h-techs are one of the best drops for appearance and keeping your car in spec.

Oh and urban, Im hoping my 19s will fill the fender a bit more. I have a 2finger gap all around right now and im hoping for 1 1/2 or even 1!
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 01:51 PM
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IS300TOG35 I am sure you will get probabaly get what you want gap wise
I just saw your old is300, nice mods you had there, I still have my VR4 which has no tv's but a whole lot of power.. I suppose once your into modding cars, your in for life.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2005 | 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by urban
IS300TOG35 I am sure you will get probabaly get what you want gap wise
I just saw your old is300, nice mods you had there, I still have my VR4 which has no tv's but a whole lot of power.. I suppose once your into modding cars, your in for life.
Its a curse I SWEAR!!!
 
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