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jeffreyfranz · 07-21-2010, 10:13 AM

Most posts I read seem oriented toward higher performance, higher capability (e.g., track worthy) suspension set-ups. I have always found the ride on my Sport Package 370Z to be rather hard. As my orientation is more toward high-performance street machines (and with California's DOT-rated worst roads in the nation), I would like a little more comfort in a supple ride. BMW 3 Series and Mazda RX-8s are good examples.

I have considered going to "minus-1", 18" wheels and using tires with a slightly higher profile, but it seems like an adjustable shock or a coilover that is known for ride as well as handling would be a more direct solution. I welcome suggestions.

Thanks,
Jeffrey

PS: Tokico makes the OEM shock on our Sport Package Zs; they said they will not have a fitment for us until "a year or a year and a half away."

07-21-2010, 10:13 AM	#1 (permalink)
jeffreyfranz Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Posts: 139 Drives: '10 370Z PG M6 Rep Power: 15	How to achieve a supple ride? Most posts I read seem oriented toward higher performance, higher capability (e.g., track worthy) suspension set-ups. I have always found the ride on my Sport Package 370Z to be rather hard. As my orientation is more toward high-performance street machines (and with California's DOT-rated worst roads in the nation), I would like a little more comfort in a supple ride. BMW 3 Series and Mazda RX-8s are good examples. I have considered going to "minus-1", 18" wheels and using tires with a slightly higher profile, but it seems like an adjustable shock or a coilover that is known for ride as well as handling would be a more direct solution. I welcome suggestions. Thanks, Jeffrey PS: Tokico makes the OEM shock on our Sport Package Zs; they said they will not have a fitment for us until "a year or a year and a half away." __________________ SLO Car Club Last edited by jeffreyfranz; 07-21-2010 at 01:16 PM. Reason: tool out "tactile"