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Old 04-23-2009, 10:58 AM
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Hey InTgr8tr, are the front 370 springs the touring or the sport? when i calle dthe dealership they asked me which ones i was looking for.
 
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IDK if there's any difference or not,
but yes, ....They are from a sport model.

BTW I just got back from having the alignment done.
The cars handles great!
I love it!!!

I'll post my alignment #s later.
 
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Old 04-23-2009, 11:58 AM
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Good stuff Ian
 
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Old 04-23-2009, 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by InTgr8r
IDK if there's any difference or not,
but yes, ....They are from a sport model.

BTW I just got back from having the alignment done.
The cars handles great!
I love it!!!

I'll post my alignment #s later.
Tell us more about the handling Ian. How does it compare to stock?

But im glad you like em =)
 
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Old 04-23-2009, 09:34 PM
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the hardest thing is finding these springs!
there is only one in stock in north amer!
 
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Old 04-24-2009, 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Wes_888
Tell us more about the handling Ian. How does it compare to stock?

But im glad you like em =)
^ keep in mind that the springs themselves don't really change the handling that much.
It's more what the drop lets you do with the setup.

Camber:
With this drop my front camber is exactly where I want it for a sport street setup.
LF = -1.2°
RF = -1.6°
IMO this perfect! (other than being able to even them out)
On other cars I've owned, that had camber adj. I normally dialed them in about this number.
My MZ4 I had set to -1.8°

IMO, I wouldn't drop any lower w/o a kit.

LR & RR = -1.6°
With the rear drop the adj. cam is maxed out at this setting.

Toe:
LF & RF = 0.00°
LR & RR = 0.04°

Taking toe out greatly reduces tire wear with more neg. camber.

Keep in mind that the factory setup is designed for 95% of their client base;
Mostly corporate suits and Moms & Pops.

With my setup now the car feels MUCH more athletic & agile.
It feels wonderfully 'planted', has a better turn in.
On the way in I hit a couple of on ramps that I know very well,
the car carved those ramps like never before.

I know adding some sways would take this to another level,
but after my drive yesterday & considering that this is my DD,
I don't think I'll bother. (at this point )

One thing to keep in mind for the X owners....
With the little extra front weight, you will get a slightly lower drop &
as a result, more neg. camber.
 
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Old 04-24-2009, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by JP1080INC
the hardest thing is finding these springs!
there is only one in stock in north amer!
That's too bad....

It's going to be an unfortunate reality though, until more of them hit the street.
I still think the best bet is to monitor the 370Z forums.
Maybe you'll get lucky like I did.
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 09:54 AM
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So Ian, how is this setup holding up? Any issues with the back mounts?

I received my 370z springs yesterday and should get to the install next weekend
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 10:42 AM
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OOoOoOoOohhh how exciting :P

good luck with the install!
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Wes_888
OOoOoOoOohhh how exciting :P

good luck with the install!
I dont need luck I need an active God. I have the worst luck when it comes to installs going smoothly, I guess thats where the beer comes in
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 11:02 AM
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No issues at all...
I love this setup!!!
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by stardust
I dont need luck I need an active God. I have the worst luck when it comes to installs going smoothly, I guess thats where the beer comes in
maybe thats when the beer SHOULDNT come in and you focus on the task at hand! hehe
 
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Old 06-13-2009, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Wes_888
maybe thats when the beer SHOULDNT come in and you focus on the task at hand! hehe
nah....
smooth beer = smooth install
 
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Old 06-15-2009, 04:14 PM
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Sh*tt guys, I had no idea this thread was still going on! Drop those bad boys already!! If any of the locals want to meet up and check out the eibach drop on my car, I'd be glad to show them. Or you'll have to wait for the next meet
 
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Old 06-15-2009, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Eug96
If any of the locals want to meet up and check out the eibach drop on my car, I'd be glad to show them.
You should update your profile to show your region, so we dont have to guess where "local" is
 


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