can the sedan look sharp without a drop?
#91
I put G37 coupe wheels and tires (225/50/18) on my sedan. Raised my car a little since the tire diameter is a little larger. I put on z / coupe springs. I am really liking this setup. The wheel gap is gone. The larger tires help with rough roads. I am now only about .3 inch lower than stock vs being so low that I have to worry about scraping on anything.
#92
I had posted a lot earlier in this thread. I'll do a quick update.
* Eibach Pro-Kit springs front and rear
* SPC Front camber arms (didnt use hub spacers)
* SPC Rear Toe bolts and camber adjustable lower tie rods
* 17" stock wheels, 235/50/17 tires (I have stock upgraded chrome and black painted oem wheels)
The ride is good. Less suspension travel can make things a little bumpy on rough roads but this is Iowa.. so we have some really bad roads. I don't think I ever really hit the bump stops even with it lowered which is good. The progressive nature of the springs makes cornering a dream. With sticky rubber it corners fast and flat.
If you decide to drop I highly recommend you get a camber kit to get things back into alignment. After doing this project I just don't see how you can make any suspension changes and not get a kit. The stock adjustments are minimal for toe and camber on the rear and pretty much non existent on the front.
* Eibach Pro-Kit springs front and rear
* SPC Front camber arms (didnt use hub spacers)
* SPC Rear Toe bolts and camber adjustable lower tie rods
* 17" stock wheels, 235/50/17 tires (I have stock upgraded chrome and black painted oem wheels)
The ride is good. Less suspension travel can make things a little bumpy on rough roads but this is Iowa.. so we have some really bad roads. I don't think I ever really hit the bump stops even with it lowered which is good. The progressive nature of the springs makes cornering a dream. With sticky rubber it corners fast and flat.
If you decide to drop I highly recommend you get a camber kit to get things back into alignment. After doing this project I just don't see how you can make any suspension changes and not get a kit. The stock adjustments are minimal for toe and camber on the rear and pretty much non existent on the front.
#93
Originally Posted by Texan1
to update this thread as my earlier posts were b4 I lowered per my sig.
Driver side b4 & after
passenger side b4 & after
Driver side b4 & after
passenger side b4 & after
Thanks for posting your pics. I was wondering what my sedan would look like with Coupe 19's at stock height.
I don't want to drop my car because I don't want to modify my sedan at all. JUst tint and rims is all I am going to do. Plus i don't want to put larger tires on to fill the gap only to mess up my speedo.
#94
Alright, so I was reading different threads, and I have decided to go with Z-Front and Coupe-Back
I have a 2003 G Sedan with about 92K miles on it, time for new suspension. I want to buy new OEM struts and combine it with Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs. (my goal is just to lower the car a little, with a minimal lose of confort).
If this is a good way to go, what year and edition Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs do I get?
I have a 2003 G Sedan with about 92K miles on it, time for new suspension. I want to buy new OEM struts and combine it with Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs. (my goal is just to lower the car a little, with a minimal lose of confort).
If this is a good way to go, what year and edition Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs do I get?
#95
Alright, so I was reading different threads, and I have decided to go with Z-Front and Coupe-Back
I have a 2003 G Sedan with about 92K miles on it, time for new suspension. I want to buy new OEM struts and combine it with Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs. (my goal is just to lower the car a little, with a minimal lose of confort).
If this is a good way to go, what year and edition Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs do I get?
I have a 2003 G Sedan with about 92K miles on it, time for new suspension. I want to buy new OEM struts and combine it with Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs. (my goal is just to lower the car a little, with a minimal lose of confort).
If this is a good way to go, what year and edition Z-Front and Coupe-Back springs do I get?
The setup I have is great, it should work well for what you are looking for... I'm considering a lower drop and/or track worthy suspension.
If you are local (So Cal) and interested, let me know.
#96
OCG35:
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
#99
OCG35:
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
As for the springs, probably $100-$125? But I'm not sure shipping would be worth it for either of us - that’s why I was asking where you are located, think if local it might be an option for you.
#100
OCG35:
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
I live in Salt Lake City, 84119......I will not be interested in Tokico's, because I had them on my Maxima and they were pretty stiff man, at least for my taste .........How much will you be asking for the Eibach springs?
Everyone:
Which would give me more comfortable ride, (Eibach Pro's) OR (OEM Z-Front & Coupe-Rear) springs?
#101
#103
Yea, probably not man......but thanks for looking out man
Last edited by ResoG35Sedan; 01-22-2009 at 11:26 AM.
#104
#105
Compared to stock w/ the 19's it's a bit harsher than stock. But honestly, not to the point where it's bad. I love the ride and it's really not that drastic of a change. I've been in some rough cars before and this setup feels like a caddy compared to others. It really gives you a better feel for the car and gets you more in tune with the road. It also makes you more cautious on the road actually aka watching out for potholes, debris in the road, etc. Go with the setup. It's perfect.