Cut OE Springs

NorthStyle · 03-25-2019, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

Are we really having this conversation?????

It was only a matter of time...

CRiZO · 03-25-2019, 12:49 PM

Throw some turbonators on it

Nixin · 03-25-2019, 01:19 PM

Do not cut the springs. Do it right or don’t do it at all.

CRiZO · 03-25-2019, 01:32 PM

whistle tips go wooooooooo wooooooooooooo

Rusty · 03-25-2019, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

Are we really having this conversation?????

Rusty · 03-25-2019, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixin

Do not cut the springs. Do it right or don’t do it at all.

I think he got the message.

bunk · 03-25-2019, 05:30 PM

Meh, guys just doing a little teasing. To be fair, the OP probably has a reason why he wanted to go that route, we dont know his situation. But in a way, Im glad he DID post the question, otherwise he wouldve done it and potentially make his situation worse (I really hope he hasnt pulled the trigger and bust out the saw)

Tractionless · 03-25-2019, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

If you had a legit reason or idea behind cutting your springs, then post it.

How about every aftermarket spring I've seen opinions of are stiffer than OE and they tend to lower the car more than I'd like?

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Originally Posted by Rusty

I don't recommend cutting the springs. It's a lot of trial and error. cut, install, take back apart, cut again. Repeat. Once you find the height you want. The ride goes to chit because the springs are too stiff. And if you cut too much. You got to buy new springs. It's not as easy as some make you believe if you want to do it right. Working with a smaller diameter spring as on the Z is not as easy as working a larger diameter spring.

I understand the trial and error and is why I asked if it had been done.

On my latter vehicle and based on others findings there was a set amount from the end of the top coil that one would cut for the prescribed drop. I bought that car with aftermarket springs and the front ride was hellacious. I returned cut OE springs to the front the make it enjoyable again. Never hurt a thing including OE nor aftermarket shocks, struts, mounts etc. Many owners of that car cut OE until they get to the straight line power level and traction that requires a stiffer setup.

Thanks for the input, I didn't realize the diameter came into play!

bunk · 03-25-2019, 05:52 PM

How much of a drop are you looking for? Swifts will drop just about an inch and the ride quality isnt that much different from stock IMO. Maybe look into coilovers.

Rusty · 03-25-2019, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tractionless

How about every aftermarket spring I've seen opinions of are stiffer than OE and they tend to lower the car more than I'd like?

I understand the trial and error and is why I asked if it had been done.

On my latter vehicle and based on others findings there was a set amount from the end of the top coil that one would cut for the prescribed drop. I bought that car with aftermarket springs and the front ride was hellacious. I returned cut OE springs to the front the make it enjoyable again. Never hurt a thing including OE nor aftermarket shocks, struts, mounts etc. Many owners of that car cut OE until they get to the straight line power level and traction that requires a stiffer setup.

Thanks for the input, I didn't realize the diameter came into play!

The other thing about the front springs on the Z. The ends are flattened. You can't cut the spring without flattening the ends for it to work. And you don't have the equipment to flatten the ends.

You can get the springs in almost any spring rate you want to begin with.

bunk · 03-25-2019, 06:04 PM

As for ride quality when cutting springs, it takes me back to the mini truck days, talk about feeling every freakin pebble on the road!

Rusty · 03-25-2019, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by bunk

As for ride quality when cutting springs, it takes me back to the mini truck days, talk about feeling every freakin pebble on the road!

Cut springs in a '78 TransAm with a 454 LS7 big block.

MaysEffect · 03-27-2019, 01:43 AM

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How about every aftermarket spring I've seen opinions of are stiffer than OE and they tend to lower the car more than I'd like?

Seems like you have a general misunderstanding on why lowering springs are stiffer.

axmea? · 03-27-2019, 03:38 AM

What is the ultimate reason why people go this route? Are we talking washer mod level here?

bunk · 03-27-2019, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

What is the ultimate reason why people go this route? Are we talking washer mod level here?

Lack of funds and lack of parts. I did try the washer mod... for about ten minutes..

03-25-2019, 01:19 PM	#33 (permalink)
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03-25-2019, 05:30 PM	#37 (permalink)
bunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,077 Drives: 2010 370z Roadster Rep Power: 2684369	Meh, guys just doing a little teasing. To be fair, the OP probably has a reason why he wanted to go that route, we dont know his situation. But in a way, Im glad he DID post the question, otherwise he wouldve done it and potentially make his situation worse (I really hope he hasnt pulled the trigger and bust out the saw) __________________ -Drop in K&N Filter -Invidia Gemini CBE -Z1 Oil Cooler -Swift Springs - EcuTek -Forgestar F14 -SPL Camber Links -Akebono BBK Upgrade -Z1 Premium SS Lines -SPL Diff Bushings -SPL FUCAs - BellRaceworks Diff Brace

03-25-2019, 05:52 PM	#39 (permalink)
bunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,077 Drives: 2010 370z Roadster Rep Power: 2684369	How much of a drop are you looking for? Swifts will drop just about an inch and the ride quality isnt that much different from stock IMO. Maybe look into coilovers. __________________ -Drop in K&N Filter -Invidia Gemini CBE -Z1 Oil Cooler -Swift Springs - EcuTek -Forgestar F14 -SPL Camber Links -Akebono BBK Upgrade -Z1 Premium SS Lines -SPL Diff Bushings -SPL FUCAs - BellRaceworks Diff Brace

03-25-2019, 06:04 PM	#41 (permalink)
bunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,077 Drives: 2010 370z Roadster Rep Power: 2684369	As for ride quality when cutting springs, it takes me back to the mini truck days, talk about feeling every freakin pebble on the road! Spooler likes this. __________________ -Drop in K&N Filter -Invidia Gemini CBE -Z1 Oil Cooler -Swift Springs - EcuTek -Forgestar F14 -SPL Camber Links -Akebono BBK Upgrade -Z1 Premium SS Lines -SPL Diff Bushings -SPL FUCAs - BellRaceworks Diff Brace

03-25-2019, 12:49 PM	#32 (permalink)
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