Installed REVISED OEM Z Springs on my 05' X !
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Update: Drove the car hard on all types of roads this weekend .. Here is a couple of observations:
Bumps: Suspension feels very similar over most bumps and road imperfections .. nothing really different than before. No bounce or harsh "Ohh my god I just broke something" feeling. Basically feels like stock.
Body Roll: Much more improved. Very little body role now .. feels tighter and more controlled, feels like, dare I say it: "like a BMW"
Cornering: Car corners much better now. I tested cornering at various speeds including 65+ mph, on a tight on ramp to highway, and car just feels solid and really holds well. Basically I felt much more confident in the car than before.
Conclusion: Again, these are my initial impressions, since I have only had them on for 6 days now. I still need to get an alignment and see if the ride gets worse over time. But for now, I am glad I got them installed. Car looks awesome now, normal driving feels the same, and sport driving feels improved.
PICS COMING !!! I took pics today, but can't find my CF Card Reader !! As soon as I find it (or buy a new one) I will have them up!
Bumps: Suspension feels very similar over most bumps and road imperfections .. nothing really different than before. No bounce or harsh "Ohh my god I just broke something" feeling. Basically feels like stock.
Body Roll: Much more improved. Very little body role now .. feels tighter and more controlled, feels like, dare I say it: "like a BMW"
Cornering: Car corners much better now. I tested cornering at various speeds including 65+ mph, on a tight on ramp to highway, and car just feels solid and really holds well. Basically I felt much more confident in the car than before.
Conclusion: Again, these are my initial impressions, since I have only had them on for 6 days now. I still need to get an alignment and see if the ride gets worse over time. But for now, I am glad I got them installed. Car looks awesome now, normal driving feels the same, and sport driving feels improved.
PICS COMING !!! I took pics today, but can't find my CF Card Reader !! As soon as I find it (or buy a new one) I will have them up!
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Originally Posted by yeahdickey
Update: Drove the car hard on all types of roads this weekend .. Here is a couple of observations:
Bumps: Suspension feels very similar over most bumps and road imperfections .. nothing really different than before. No bounce or harsh "Ohh my god I just broke something" feeling. Basically feels like stock.
Body Roll: Much more improved. Very little body role now .. feels tighter and more controlled, feels like, dare I say it: "like a BMW"
Cornering: Car corners much better now. I tested cornering at various speeds including 65+ mph, on a tight on ramp to highway, and car just feels solid and really holds well. Basically I felt much more confident in the car than before.
Conclusion: Again, these are my initial impressions, since I have only had them on for 6 days now. I still need to get an alignment and see if the ride gets worse over time. But for now, I am glad I got them installed. Car looks awesome now, normal driving feels the same, and sport driving feels improved.
PICS COMING !!! I took pics today, but can't find my CF Card Reader !! As soon as I find it (or buy a new one) I will have them up!
Bumps: Suspension feels very similar over most bumps and road imperfections .. nothing really different than before. No bounce or harsh "Ohh my god I just broke something" feeling. Basically feels like stock.
Body Roll: Much more improved. Very little body role now .. feels tighter and more controlled, feels like, dare I say it: "like a BMW"
Cornering: Car corners much better now. I tested cornering at various speeds including 65+ mph, on a tight on ramp to highway, and car just feels solid and really holds well. Basically I felt much more confident in the car than before.
Conclusion: Again, these are my initial impressions, since I have only had them on for 6 days now. I still need to get an alignment and see if the ride gets worse over time. But for now, I am glad I got them installed. Car looks awesome now, normal driving feels the same, and sport driving feels improved.
PICS COMING !!! I took pics today, but can't find my CF Card Reader !! As soon as I find it (or buy a new one) I will have them up!
How does the car react to quick steering adjustments....or quick changes of direction??
Originally Posted by Gsedan35
Sorry to say, RWD G and Z shocks can't be run on the X because your front suspension is totally different. Same thing applies to the front sway bar, totally different. RWD G and Z springs will work, but not shocks, coilovers or sways.
The Front suspension is basically an FX/G Hybrid.
I'm wondering if one of those manufacturers offers an aftermarket component that would fit?
Originally Posted by Lip
Correct, we've all discussed that in many threads.
The Front suspension is basically an FX/G Hybrid.
I'm wondering if one of those manufacturers offers an aftermarket component that would fit?
The Front suspension is basically an FX/G Hybrid.
I'm wondering if one of those manufacturers offers an aftermarket component that would fit?
If I'm not mistaken all he changed was the springs no shocks.
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nr2134: That is where I can feel the biggest difference .. quick steering adjustments back and forth, there is much less body roll. Car feels stiff and doesnt bounce.
Seddon: Correct, I only changed the springs not the shocks.
Seddon: Correct, I only changed the springs not the shocks.
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Originally Posted by vrsc
post some pictures
he is in S FL now we should invite him up to Orlando for a test drive
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Pics Finally !!!!!
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Car is dirty and pictures were rushed .. some out of focus .. but you get the idea
Last edited by yeahdickey; Apr 11, 2006 at 08:08 PM.
