Best coilover brands for street use?

mattkim85 · 02-24-2010, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Stealth_Z

Did tanabe release the coilovers yet?

yes, i have had them on my car since august, last year

they are horrible for street use IMO.

I am switching to KW V3's next month.

RCZ · 02-24-2010, 11:58 PM

KW V3 is the best street coilover.

FuszNissan · 02-25-2010, 09:24 AM

KW seems to be the popular vote

Sharif@Forged · 02-25-2010, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

KW V3 is the best street coilover.

Agreed, for 95% street use, and the person that does 1-2 track events a year. If you can live with a little firmer ride (but not harsh), and you plan on doing more track work with the car, I would suggest the TEIN Flex or TEIN Monoflex.

37Z · 02-25-2010, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharif@Forged

I prefer a good coilover system with springs and valving to match. This way, you have a long term solution that will not deteriorate over time. For a comfortable ride, and great adjustability without noises....I would suggest the KW Variant 3. Forged Performance, LLC :: G37 :: Suspension/Brakes :: Coilovers :: KW Coilover Variant 3 370z/ Infiniti G37

Shamless plugs deserve a discount! KW have a good rep.

Sharif@Forged · 02-25-2010, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 37Z

Shamless plugs deserve a discount! KW have a good rep.

We'll beat anyone's prices, and we have some of the most experienced technical people in the business....everything installed, tested, and given the Forge seal of approval. No questions shall go unanswered.

37Z · 02-25-2010, 07:47 PM

I always had great luck with penke's. I'm not sure if the have a suspension spec fror the 370Z. Any infor?

Sharif@Forged · 02-25-2010, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 37Z

I always had great luck with penke's. I'm not sure if the have a suspension spec fror the 370Z. Any infor?

Penske doesn't make anything in this range for the 370Z.

kevin.z · 02-26-2010, 11:13 PM

for best and most performance, do u need to purchase front and rear camber kits along with the coilvers?
thanks

CrownR426 · 02-26-2010, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kevin.z

for best and most performance, do u need to purchase front and rear camber kits along with the coilvers?
thanks

Yes.

bluestyle55 · 02-27-2010, 09:04 AM

When people say 'Track'....are we talking about like Watkins Glen type of track or are we talking about auto cross track (hosted in large parking lots). I would like get some coilovers primarily for steet use but I also auto cross (6-8) times a year. Would I be good with the V3's or BC's??

CrownR426 · 02-27-2010, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by bluestyle55

When people say 'Track'....are we talking about like Watkins Glen type of track or are we talking about auto cross track (hosted in large parking lots). I would like get some coilovers primarily for steet use but I also auto cross (6-8) times a year. Would I be good with the V3's or BC's??

Go with BC's!

Sharif@Forged · 02-27-2010, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by bluestyle55

When people say 'Track'....are we talking about like Watkins Glen type of track or are we talking about auto cross track (hosted in large parking lots). I would like get some coilovers primarily for steet use but I also auto cross (6-8) times a year. Would I be good with the V3's or BC's??

How competitive are you looking to be with AutoX? I would lean towards TEIN for this.

Xan · 02-27-2010, 11:16 AM

Tein > BC on performance. But Tein < BC on cost.
So the better one might be clear, but I'm still not sure the extra money is justified for a couple of track runs.

Sharif, if the question would be best bang fo buck. What would your opinion be?

StealthZ · 03-01-2010, 08:39 PM

my understanding and talking to the vendors is:
Tracking on road courses and autox-Tein mono's
Autox and street- Tein/KW V3
Steet-KW V3

And for that reason I'm planning a soon purchase of the Mono Flex's

02-25-2010, 09:24 AM	#33 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 542	KW seems to be the popular vote __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

02-25-2010, 07:47 PM	#37 (permalink)
37Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 476 Drives: 370Z MB 6M -sold Rep Power: 263	Penke coilovers for 370Z I always had great luck with penke's. I'm not sure if the have a suspension spec fror the 370Z. Any infor?

02-27-2010, 09:04 AM	#41 (permalink)
bluestyle55 Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pa Posts: 194 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z B 6M Rep Power: 16	When people say 'Track'....are we talking about like Watkins Glen type of track or are we talking about auto cross track (hosted in large parking lots). I would like get some coilovers primarily for steet use but I also auto cross (6-8) times a year. Would I be good with the V3's or BC's?? __________________ 2009 370z 6MT Touring w/ Sport Pkg \| Invidia Gemini CBE\| Stillen G3 CAI \| ERZ HFC's \|X-Pel Clear Bra \| 20% Tint

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StealthZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 356 Drives: '14 GTR Premium Rep Power: 17	my understanding and talking to the vendors is: Tracking on road courses and autox-Tein mono's Autox and street- Tein/KW V3 Steet-KW V3 And for that reason I'm planning a soon purchase of the Mono Flex's