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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am
Without highjacking this thread, have you already discussed benefit of coilovers? I tried to search Endgame posts. I am no expert with computers, and "invalid" repeatedly came back. You and Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear, rave about RX8 handling, so it must be true. Have you already, or can you please, elaborate on coilovers benefit and difference between 370 and RX8.
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The standard 370Z suspension allows for too much body roll IMO; the Z, while good, was still not as sharp as the I was accustomed to. As also mention in another post, the Z does not have a 50/50 weight distribution. When I put my coilovers on, the Z handeled much sharper and eliminated some of the floatlike sensations I experienced. The coilovers also allowed me to corner better due to the reduction of body roll. I feel sway bars will finish out the Z's needs in a performance catagory.
While it still will not handle like the RX8, it will be much better than stock. And I agree that the Z requires more skill to drive fast. It does not require a high amount of skill like a Vette, but it is not as easy to drive at its limit like the RX8. To illustrate, there is a very nice S turn in Phoenix/Laveen near the mountains. The speed limit is about 35 in that section. I could take that at 80 with my MS spec'd RX8. With my Z stock, I could only manage 60. With my current setup, I can manage 70'ish. I am sure I will be able to improve upon that with Sways and as I learn to drive my Z more so.
As it seems you have used the search button (well done as some do not), I am sure you came across the threads of reccomended suspension mods (coilovers, sways, tires). Those mods really do evolve the car to a true performer. That said, while the RX8 is still a better handling car IMO (I chose the RX8 over the 350Z), the 370Z is still a much better overall car.
Not sure if that is what you were looking for. PM me if not...