My morning at Eibach .
#46
Originally Posted by Hikos_G
My thoughts exactly. If the G came from the factory at that height(atleast for the sportier "S"), There would be no need to go aftermarket on the springs. Just slap on the wheels of your choice and it would look great.
Eibach's have traditionally been known for more of a conservative drop compared to other manufacturers. It's low enough to be noticed but not so low that its compromising ride quality or suspension components.
Part of the reason the front looks higher/back looks lower is due to the lower fender arches. If you look at the ground to side sill line, the front is actually a bit lower and has a slight rake. It appears 'lower' in the rear because the wheel well is cut 'closer' to the rear wheel than the front.
Awesome job terry! Can't wait to see what it looks like with the wheels!
Eibach's have traditionally been known for more of a conservative drop compared to other manufacturers. It's low enough to be noticed but not so low that its compromising ride quality or suspension components.
Part of the reason the front looks higher/back looks lower is due to the lower fender arches. If you look at the ground to side sill line, the front is actually a bit lower and has a slight rake. It appears 'lower' in the rear because the wheel well is cut 'closer' to the rear wheel than the front.
Awesome job terry! Can't wait to see what it looks like with the wheels!
BTW ... any alignment issues with yours?
#48
#50
Originally Posted by koyoki
1 degree isn't much at all.. How about the front???? Alignment specs i mean. Also was those measurements before or after the alignment.
pic on the rack:
#51
I was messing around with the color balance on the images I took to see exactly where the back tire ended up relative to the fender. I kinda like what I see here after looking at this picture so I'm on the wall again as to which way I'd prefer to go (front end-down or back end-up).
I think the test is to see if I can stuff 285 on 20x10 in there without coming out of the fender.
I think the test is to see if I can stuff 285 on 20x10 in there without coming out of the fender.
#52
#53
I think it looks Just about right the way they made the Drop, maybe raise the back like half an Inch, to make the Back tires be just Below the Wheel well opening like the front, just not tucked like it is now, To me that would be pefect! As looking at the Wheel well openings, the Front ones seem to be more highly arched, and the back ones are smaller and down lower than the front's! Optical Ilusion i guess! But can't wait till these springs are made, Makes the car so much more Sexier, LOL, I mean Agressive!
#55
I just got word from Eibach regarding the pro-kit springs for the 07 G35. They expressed their gratitude and appreciate all of the feedback on this thread regarding the look of the car with their prototype springs installed.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
#56
Originally Posted by terrycs
I just got word from Eibach regarding the pro-kit springs for the 07 G35. They expressed their gratitude and appreciate all of the feedback on this thread regarding the look of the car with their prototype springs installed.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
#57
Originally Posted by terrycs
I just got word from Eibach regarding the pro-kit springs for the 07 G35. They expressed their gratitude and appreciate all of the feedback on this thread regarding the look of the car with their prototype springs installed.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
Their engineers decided to lower the front suspension by another 5mm based the feedback provided here, the handling characteristics of the car, and the up front R&D data they've taken.
The kit is now production released and should be available shortly.
#58
Originally Posted by 808MIKE
AWESOME News Terrycs! Will you be getting the updated production springs when they are made? Sure would like to see your car with the new Springs, as it's the same Color as Mine! MAn the new G will surely look Slammed!! Please keep us updated on the springs and the Alignment, if you got it close to stock Specs.
Just a thought, maybe the other guys that have aftermarket springs can post pictures (if they have them) of their lowered cars with stock wheels on this thread so others can compare "apples to apples" apearances. It might be helpful to others thinking of going down this path.
From an engineering perspective, this has been a very interesting experience. I am amazed that the tolerances can be held so tight on their springs and that the ride height of the car can be controlled to this degree (5mm = 0.2").
Oh yea ... the R&D PM told me they have group tours of their production facility if any of us locals are interested in dropping by for a meet or a visit.
#60
Originally Posted by kewltea
I just read through all the feedback in this thread and I would of thought they would of RAISED the rear instead of lowering the front. That will make it a pretty aggressive drop.
From their decision and what I saw there, I also get the impression there is more to suspension tuning than looks. But then again, most of us are not tracking our cars (yet?).
Interesting fact ... while thumbing through the Eibach catalog there, I noticed the Infiniti Ms are lowered 1.6" in front!