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Originally Posted by torpedo2k
This is in response toBirdmanX1. I thought it deserved its own thread vs the nismo picture thread.
All of this is purely subjective so consider what you paid for it...
I struggle with with this decision. Should I change suspension parts or not...
Pros
Appearance- yes, it would look good to me and most people in this forum. Never crosses the mind of 99% of the people in the world.
Handling - Maybe a litle better? Not sure on this one. Would depend on the product used.
Softer ride- I has to be better. It sure cant be any worse!
Cons
Scraping the front lip - already doing this a little, lowering would make it worse
If I do go with springs, I am considering these:
Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs for 2010-2011 Nissan 370Z Nismo Edition
Thoughts? |
I just saw this thread from the Nismo pics section
The appearance of the car once lowered is way improved. I used to go nuts over the wheel gap and hated it. As far as handling goes (I can only speak for the swift springs) it is vastly improved and the ride is so much better. Swift springs were the way to go for me as they offered the conservative 1" sexy drop all the while improving handling; they don't cause any issue with the stock struts; personally, I couldn't ask for more.
For the cons, scraping the front lip is possible but truthfully depends where you are driving for the most part, not so much because of the drop. I scraped the lip twice in VA the same day and it was my fault. I was flying through a traffic light and didn't see a huge irrigation drop at the intersection (don't know what they are smoking in VA
) I went through another drop at the appropriate speed and didn't scrape. I have no issues going through bumps but I stay mindful of obstacles and debris on the road. Another cons is that you most likely should get a camber kit if you want to do it right.
I think that your nismo will look fantastic with the drop should you decide to do it; you just have to be mindful of the areas you drive in and try not to take your Z offroad like some funny forum member did (b1ades??
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