Lowering V35 Cp, [std 350z Springs]

[GT350]

Guys, can you help me, want to use STD 350z springs on my v35 coupe for a modest drop, only used for day to day driving, also retain my STD shocks,is anyone out there using this setup, and what has been the results so far, [ride quality, and actual drop hight] my coupe is a 2003 model, also is there any difference in the STD 350z model springs 03-08. PLEASE, can someone help with some info. Thanks G.T.

[WazR32GTSt]

keen to know this also

from what i have read on g35driver.com this should lower the front approx 1" and the rear about .25"

[scathing]

I've got my 2003 Z33 springs sitting in the garage.

If someone wants to borrow them to fit, measure up the ride height, and do a lap around the block then I don't mind loaning them temporarily.

[NISMO]

Did a fair bit of searching on this when I bought my springs and it definitely is a very small drop. can't remember about the ride quality, but 100% sure it is a drop. I would imagine it's a bit firmer. check G35Driver.com, its been done many times.

[GT350]

keen to know this also

from what i have read on g35driver.com this should lower the front approx 1" and the rear about .25"

Thanks waz, like you i here its 1'' then some one says its .5'' there doesnt seem to be a def/answer, even in the g35driver forums they get of the track, and start talking about coilovers, teins springs,etc, anyway i welcome your comment and help. Thanks mate. G.T.

[GT350]

I've got my 2003 Z33 springs sitting in the garage.

If someone wants to borrow them to fit, measure up the ride height, and do a lap around the block then I don't mind loaning them temporarily.

Thanks mate, some def/answers to this would be great, ill just keep pluging on. Regards G.T.

[GT350]

Did a fair bit of searching on this when I bought my springs and it definitely is a very small drop. can't remember about the ride quality, but 100% sure it is a drop. I would imagine it's a bit firmer. check G35Driver.com, its been done many times.

Thanks nismo, like i mentioned to Waz, have checked g35driver forum for this answer a few times but so far no luck, maybe someone out there has the answer, once again thanks so much for your comment. Regards G.T.

[spikey]

350z spring is more stiffer than our v35

[NISMO]

http://g35driver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65190

Here you go. 350z springs will lower a coupe around 1/2 inch.

Later model coupes which came with 19's standard had harder springs so may not see as much as a difference.

The above will give you all you need to know about V35 spring rates and height.

Simply do a search on 350z-tech.com or my350z.com and get the standard 350z spring rates for the gives years and you'll have your answer. If you want to be 100% sure.

Otherwise, as a few have said, 350Z is lower and i believe more stiffer.

[GT350]

http://g35driver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65190

Here you go. 350z springs will lower a coupe around 1/2 inch.

Later model coupes which came with 19's standard had harder springs so may not see as much as a difference.

The above will give you all you need to know about V35 spring rates and height.

Simply do a search on 350z-tech.com or my350z.com and get the standard 350z spring rates for the gives years and you'll have your answer. If you want to be 100% sure.

Otherwise, as a few have said, 350Z is lower and i believe more stiffer.

Hoo-ray, thanks nismo maybe getting somewhere now, so i take it a 2003 coupe should get the right results, that is 1/2 inch all round. Many thanks G.T.

[n15m0]

Here's some more good confirmation to set your mind at ease.

http://g35driver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=211105

Tells you how to identify the type of z springs you have too. I will going down the Z spring path as well shortly for my sedan.

Edited April 23, 2008 by n15m0

[NISMO]

Hoo-ray, thanks nismo maybe getting somewhere now, so i take it a 2003 coupe should get the right results, that is 1/2 inch all round. Many thanks G.T.

No probs.

If you ask me, i think stock 350z springs will give you little difference and may not be worth it.

On my last V35 I used Tein 350Z H-techs. The drop was quite small and the ride was still very very comfy. You can even use G35 H-techs.

Tein designed these for a little drop, a lot of comfort, and i believe they were a progressive rated spring which gives you that added stability in hard cornering.

[WazR32GTSt]

the problem is that suspension is a very personal choice and it totally subjective

what one person calls a "small drop" and "comfy", the next person calls a big drop and too hard

geoff, if you go down the standard 350z spring route, please let me know and provide some before and after pics for us if you can

i would be keen to do this also at some stage, but i would want to see how it looks first

[GT350]

the problem is that suspension is a very personal choice and it totally subjective

what one person calls a "small drop" and "comfy", the next person calls a big drop and too hard

geoff, if you go down the standard 350z spring route, please let me know and provide some before and after pics for us if you can

i would be keen to do this also at some stage, but i would want to see how it looks first

Yes I think your right waz, ill sus it out a bit more, Iam shaw someone has done this mode in Aus and would have some detailed results,ill keep you posted. Thanks G.T.

[n15m0]

There is a user on this forum selling a set of S tech springs that a v35 specific for $300...do a search in the for sale section..I saw it about 3 days ago..

[WazR32GTSt]

in case anyone knows of a set of OEM stock 350z springs for sale, i have deided to try them in my coupe and i'll post before and after pictures..

so feel free to PM me if you know of any, particularly form a 2003/2004 350z

[n15m0]

I will post pics of mine after its installed...picked up a full set of Z suspension (shocks and springs) out of an 05 model with 10,000kms last week.

[WazR32GTSt]

nice! where did you get them from? i rang a few wreckers but no dice..

[n15m0]

nice! where did you get them from? i rang a few wreckers but no dice..

Got it from GT autosound at Newmarket...they advertised in the for sale section about 2 mths ago but their ad was locked coz they weren't a paid trader..I recalled them selling a set for $150...went and picked it up for $125

I suggest putting a WTB ad in the 350z-tech forum under the aussie classifieds..I dare say there would be more than a few Z owners that have their stock suspension sitting in their garages gathering dust.

http://www.350z-tech.com/forums/index.php?showforum=105

[GTS4nMore]

I will post pics of mine after its installed...picked up a full set of Z suspension (shocks and springs) out of an 05 model with 10,000kms last week.

Cool I'd love to see it & hear your opinion on what the ride is like I may go down the same track....