Update on Tein lowering springs.
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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.

Thanks for all the feedback I received when it came to springs.
Here are a few pics.

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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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.
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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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.
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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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.

Alignment shop can't get me in til tuesday so no numbers for right now.
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!
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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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.
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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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.
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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