Swift springs review!!!!!

nugenzboss · 07-16-2011, 12:19 AM

Im sure someone had already mentioned this earlier in the tread but are you guys able to get over speed bumps with the springs on??

AlphaSnacks · 07-16-2011, 01:07 AM

Yes, but I HIGHLY recommended cutting/shaving the front plastic scraper at least by half an inch all the way around. Same goes for the plastic by the wheels.

Alto101 · 07-16-2011, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arnold K.

Yes, but I HIGHLY recommended cutting/shaving the front plastic scraper at least by half an inch all the way around. Same goes for the plastic by the wheels.

Could you post pictures of the areas which you shaved down? Thanks!

Baer383 · 07-17-2011, 07:55 AM

I have about 500 mile on mine since install and the driving & handling are second to none (as far as springs go).

We always do some spirited driving thru the mountains here in Georgia and after we stop for lunch on several occasions the guys following me asked "what kind of coil overs are running" and when I tell them just springs 2 people had to look under my car b/c they didn't believe me.

And I'm not that good of driver just average,this springs were definitely designed for this car and done very well.

Alchemy · 07-17-2011, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

I have about 500 mile on mine since install and the driving & handling are second to none (as far as springs go).

We always do some spirited driving thru the mountains here in Georgia and after we stop for lunch on several occasions the guys following me asked "what kind of coil overs are running" and when I tell them just springs 2 people had to look under my car b/c they didn't believe me.

And I'm not that good of driver just average,this springs were definitely designed for this car and done very well.

I agree. These springs increase handling tremendously. It really is amazing. I have 10x more confidence going into a turn now. You cut the wheel and the Z hunkers down and gets it done. Swift truly created a top notch product.

nugenzboss · 07-16-2011, 08:15 AM

Awesome thanks man!!!

KamiSpeed · 07-20-2011, 01:15 PM

anyone need springs? they're back in stock today

Alto101 · 07-20-2011, 05:31 PM

Pros:

Car looks great, it will look even better once I swap it out with my new wheels (G-Games 99B +22 offset).

Handling is definitely improved although I have yet to drive a good twisty road.

Normal road bumps seem to be handled like the OEM springs

Cons:

I have to take a different entrance into my parking lot at work. There is a good size dip that I can't navigate easily without scraping.

The car seems to be bouncy with height changes on the interstate (for example before a small bridge). I lower my speed when I see them and don't scrape but I was hoping that the springs would handle these situations better.

I have yet to tackle a speedbump but I will have tomorrow to see how that goes. No allignment yet so I can't comment on if I will need a camber kit.

If anyone is experiencing different results from me, I would appreciate hearing from you.

Finally, what is the proper method for measuring my ride height?

Thanks!

I will post pictures this weekend once I get my new wheels put on.

Baer383 · 07-20-2011, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alto101

Finally, what is the proper method for measuring my ride height?

Measure from the center of the wheel to the top of the wheel well outter lip.

DO NOT measure from the floor it is very inaccurate.

KamiSpeed · 07-20-2011, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

Measure from the center of the wheel to the top of the wheel well outter lip.

DO NOT measure from the floor it is very inaccurate.

Red__Zed · 07-20-2011, 06:03 PM

I got a nice new scrap on the right side of my front bumper today. Focking speedbumps.

corner3garage · 07-22-2011, 02:30 PM

Just came in stock today!!! We will be stocking some sets if any customers want to get them installed here!!!

Red__Zed · 07-23-2011, 03:56 PM

I'd do a 5 or 7.5 up front, probably 15 out back. But it is hard to tell from the pics.

Alto101 · 07-23-2011, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I'd do a 5 or 7.5 up front, probably 15 out back. But it is hard to tell from the pics.

Any tips for taking better pictures?

christian370z · 07-23-2011, 07:29 PM

The Z looks great Alto! The drop looks great, the front offset looks ok while the rear could definitely use a 10 of 15mm spacer. You can take some more pictures at angles like these to help us give you better recommendations:

07-17-2011, 07:55 AM	#4 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	I have about 500 mile on mine since install and the driving & handling are second to none (as far as springs go). We always do some spirited driving thru the mountains here in Georgia and after we stop for lunch on several occasions the guys following me asked "what kind of coil overs are running" and when I tell them just springs 2 people had to look under my car b/c they didn't believe me. And I'm not that good of driver just average,this springs were definitely designed for this car and done very well. ortiz73ca likes this. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

07-20-2011, 01:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
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07-20-2011, 05:31 PM	#8 (permalink)
Alto101 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 93 Drives: 2011 370Z Rep Power: 14	My impressions after a few days Pros: Car looks great, it will look even better once I swap it out with my new wheels (G-Games 99B +22 offset). Handling is definitely improved although I have yet to drive a good twisty road. Normal road bumps seem to be handled like the OEM springs Cons: I have to take a different entrance into my parking lot at work. There is a good size dip that I can't navigate easily without scraping. The car seems to be bouncy with height changes on the interstate (for example before a small bridge). I lower my speed when I see them and don't scrape but I was hoping that the springs would handle these situations better. I have yet to tackle a speedbump but I will have tomorrow to see how that goes. No allignment yet so I can't comment on if I will need a camber kit. If anyone is experiencing different results from me, I would appreciate hearing from you. Finally, what is the proper method for measuring my ride height? Thanks! I will post pictures this weekend once I get my new wheels put on.

07-22-2011, 02:30 PM	#12 (permalink)
corner3garage The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 9,879 Drives: 240sx, 350z, 370z Rep Power: 35	Just came in stock today!!! We will be stocking some sets if any customers want to get them installed here!!! __________________ Corner3motorsports.com

07-23-2011, 07:29 PM	#15 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 432	The Z looks great Alto! The drop looks great, the front offset looks ok while the rear could definitely use a 10 of 15mm spacer. You can take some more pictures at angles like these to help us give you better recommendations: __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

07-16-2011, 12:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
nugenzboss Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 211 Drives: 2008 350Z SMB MT Rep Power: 16	Im sure someone had already mentioned this earlier in the tread but are you guys able to get over speed bumps with the springs on??

07-16-2011, 01:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
AlphaSnacks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Windermere, FL Posts: 1,618 Drives: '13 XKR-S, '10 370Z Rep Power: 19	Yes, but I HIGHLY recommended cutting/shaving the front plastic scraper at least by half an inch all the way around. Same goes for the plastic by the wheels.

07-16-2011, 08:15 AM	#6 (permalink)
nugenzboss Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 211 Drives: 2008 350Z SMB MT Rep Power: 16	Awesome thanks man!!!

07-20-2011, 06:03 PM	#11 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	I got a nice new scrap on the right side of my front bumper today. Focking speedbumps.

07-23-2011, 03:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	I'd do a 5 or 7.5 up front, probably 15 out back. But it is hard to tell from the pics.

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