Stance XR1 vs. Fortune Auto 500 True-Type Coilovers

ZahyMatar · 04-25-2017, 10:41 PM

Hey everyone! So I'm having a huge dilemma right now... I have a 2013 G37S 6MT Sedan (Yes, I know, not a 370Z, but close enough...)

I figured this forum would be able to help me out, as you guys are a little more performance-oriented than the G37 side.

I have the option of either purchasing Stance XR1 true-type coilovers, with 12/8k Swift springs, or Fortune Auto 500 Gen 6 true-type with 11/8k Swift springs. My other suspension mods include Hotchkis adjustable front and rear adjustable sway bars, Cusco strut bar, SPL FUCA, SPL rear camber arms, SPL toe arms, and the SPL eccentric lockout kit. Along with a square set of 19x9.5 +40 2015+ NISMO wheels with 255/40/19 Continental ExtremeContact Sport tires.

Which setup would you choose? There's only a $50 difference, so price really isn't a factor. My car is a daily driver, but I do enjoy back roads, and may do 2-3 Auto X/track sessions a year.

Thanks again!

Hotrodz · 04-26-2017, 09:35 AM

I don't think you can go wrong with either one as far spring rates go I would look at going 13/10. I find the this setup to provide firm but comfortable ride on the street and performs well at the track also.

Jhill · 04-26-2017, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I don't think you can go wrong with either one as far spring rates go I would look at going 13/10. I find the this setup to provide firm but comfortable ride on the street and performs well at the track also.

I don't think your on a 10k true type rear hotrodz? That would be pretty stiff, I think even 8k true type is going to be firmer than most setups.

Hotrodz · 04-26-2017, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jhill

I don't think your on a 10k true type rear hotrodz? That would be pretty stiff, I think even 8k true type is going to be firmer than most setups.

Right on...good catch! Also, springs are cheap to trade out compared to the total cost and maintenance of the coil overs!

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ZahyMatar · 04-26-2017, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I don't think you can go wrong with either one as far spring rates go I would look at going 13/10. I find the this setup to provide firm but comfortable ride on the street and performs well at the track also.

Are you just running the OEM-style Fortune Autos?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jhill

I don't think your on a 10k true type rear hotrodz? That would be pretty stiff, I think even 8k true type is going to be firmer than most setups.

Well the G37 sedan is quite a bit heavier than the 370Z, and I was told that Swifts ride way softer than Stance/FA springs. My biggest concern was damper quality.

Hotrodz · 04-26-2017, 01:20 PM

Yes oem and to your second point about the G weighing more than the Z is another reason I suggested the heavier springs. I just didn't articulate that!

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Jonny · 04-26-2017, 01:22 PM

I'm going to run a similar setup to you right down to the tires. I'm running 275 in the front and 295 in the rear.

The reason why it's better to switch to true style coilover is adjustability and the suspension is more predictable.

I went with the Stance coilovers. The dampers are top notch. I went to the North American distributor and the had a couple of coilovers that were cut open and the stance coilovers are top notch. They are also magnesium plated instead of powder coated to prevent rust.

ZahyMatar · 06-08-2017, 01:15 AM

Welp, I've had my Stance XR1 coilovers, SPL FUCA, SPL toe arms, SPL camber arms and SPL eccentric lockout kit on the car for roughly 3 weeks now.

All I can say is, I'm VERY satisfied with this setup. The ride isn't "rough" at all, but it is firm/assuring. Steering feels very direct and it's not jarring by any means. I forget that it's even lowered on long drives. The only thing was that I had a clunking issue from the driver side front when I was going over speed bumps, which ended up being my end links. I replaced all 4 of my end links with Moog replacements when I upgraded to Hotchkis sway bars.

Can't recommend this setup enough.

04-25-2017, 10:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
ZahyMatar Base Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Franklin Park, NJ Posts: 28 Drives: 2013 6MT G37S Sedan Rep Power: 8	Stance XR1 vs. Fortune Auto 500 True-Type Coilovers Hey everyone! So I'm having a huge dilemma right now... I have a 2013 G37S 6MT Sedan (Yes, I know, not a 370Z, but close enough...) I figured this forum would be able to help me out, as you guys are a little more performance-oriented than the G37 side. I have the option of either purchasing Stance XR1 true-type coilovers, with 12/8k Swift springs, or Fortune Auto 500 Gen 6 true-type with 11/8k Swift springs. My other suspension mods include Hotchkis adjustable front and rear adjustable sway bars, Cusco strut bar, SPL FUCA, SPL rear camber arms, SPL toe arms, and the SPL eccentric lockout kit. Along with a square set of 19x9.5 +40 2015+ NISMO wheels with 255/40/19 Continental ExtremeContact Sport tires. Which setup would you choose? There's only a $50 difference, so price really isn't a factor. My car is a daily driver, but I do enjoy back roads, and may do 2-3 Auto X/track sessions a year. Thanks again!

04-26-2017, 09:35 AM	#2 (permalink)
Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	I don't think you can go wrong with either one as far spring rates go I would look at going 13/10. I find the this setup to provide firm but comfortable ride on the street and performs well at the track also. ZahyMatar likes this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

04-26-2017, 01:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	Yes oem and to your second point about the G weighing more than the Z is another reason I suggested the heavier springs. I just didn't articulate that! Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

06-08-2017, 01:15 AM	#8 (permalink)
ZahyMatar Base Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Franklin Park, NJ Posts: 28 Drives: 2013 6MT G37S Sedan Rep Power: 8	Welp, I've had my Stance XR1 coilovers, SPL FUCA, SPL toe arms, SPL camber arms and SPL eccentric lockout kit on the car for roughly 3 weeks now. All I can say is, I'm VERY satisfied with this setup. The ride isn't "rough" at all, but it is firm/assuring. Steering feels very direct and it's not jarring by any means. I forget that it's even lowered on long drives. The only thing was that I had a clunking issue from the driver side front when I was going over speed bumps, which ended up being my end links. I replaced all 4 of my end links with Moog replacements when I upgraded to Hotchkis sway bars. Can't recommend this setup enough. cv129 likes this.

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04-26-2017, 01:22 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jonny Base Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Chi-raq Posts: 67 Drives: 12' 370Z Rep Power: 10	I'm going to run a similar setup to you right down to the tires. I'm running 275 in the front and 295 in the rear. The reason why it's better to switch to true style coilover is adjustability and the suspension is more predictable. I went with the Stance coilovers. The dampers are top notch. I went to the North American distributor and the had a couple of coilovers that were cut open and the stance coilovers are top notch. They are also magnesium plated instead of powder coated to prevent rust.