My first 240 (pics inside)
09-16-2007, 01:02 PM
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You sound pretty solid on your modifications, the only thing I would reconsider is adding springs to the GR2s. True, they hold up quite well, FAR better than Tokico's equivalent. However, GR2s are pretty much OEM replacements and the difference between them and stock suspension is almost immeasurable unless it's on a shock-dyno.
My suggestion . . .and this is just a suggestion mind you, if you want to stick with KYB and have a car that's streetable, handles well and is still comfortable, get some AGX's, they aren't overly stiff and will not give you a harsh jittery ride like some of the other suspension companies will. AGX's are also valved to work with a lot of spring combinations from progressive rate to linear.
If you're willing to sacrifice your ride quality, a nice pair of Koni yellows will give you a very sporty feel and will eliminate most weight transfer and body roll. The only downside, once again, is that your car will become extremely jittery, especially with low profile sport tires and some taut springs. The Koni suspension loves track usage, there for is tailored to suit that. If you don't mind shattering your spine, go for it . . .keep in mind that there's also an issue with controlled drivability . . .people seem to forget that stiff suspension ISN'T sporty suspension, it's dangerous suspension, with Koni's the slightest inflection on the surface you're driving on is enough to disrupt your momentum and send you on a maiden voyage somewhere else. So be weary of that as well.
Everything else sounds pretty much solid, I'm not much of a mechanic, but as a professional driver, I can tell you about things from driver's-point-of-view.
Take care,
-Stig
My suggestion . . .and this is just a suggestion mind you, if you want to stick with KYB and have a car that's streetable, handles well and is still comfortable, get some AGX's, they aren't overly stiff and will not give you a harsh jittery ride like some of the other suspension companies will. AGX's are also valved to work with a lot of spring combinations from progressive rate to linear.
If you're willing to sacrifice your ride quality, a nice pair of Koni yellows will give you a very sporty feel and will eliminate most weight transfer and body roll. The only downside, once again, is that your car will become extremely jittery, especially with low profile sport tires and some taut springs. The Koni suspension loves track usage, there for is tailored to suit that. If you don't mind shattering your spine, go for it . . .keep in mind that there's also an issue with controlled drivability . . .people seem to forget that stiff suspension ISN'T sporty suspension, it's dangerous suspension, with Koni's the slightest inflection on the surface you're driving on is enough to disrupt your momentum and send you on a maiden voyage somewhere else. So be weary of that as well.
Everything else sounds pretty much solid, I'm not much of a mechanic, but as a professional driver, I can tell you about things from driver's-point-of-view.
Take care,
-Stig
09-16-2007, 05:15 PM
#47
How did you mount your own tires? I was going to but I was afraid I'd **** something up so I took it to the shop and got raped on the price. Is it that hard to do by yourself?
09-16-2007, 05:25 PM
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How'd you get raped? You don't know a guy who knows a guy? I mean, I'm new in the area and because I race cars, they mounted all 4 tires for like 10 bucks a pop.
-Stig
09-16-2007, 05:47 PM
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Well I did get them balanced too. I know a place that will do them for 10 bucks each (without balancing) but I figured what the hell, i'll go all out and take it to Goodyear, where they charged me 25 bucks each to mount + balance.
09-16-2007, 06:10 PM
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I work at a local Honda dealer and have good resources like a tire changer and balancer. Took me under an hour to do all four and I really wasn't rushing at all. If you lived in NC I might have been able to do it for you but I would have had to check with the service manager of course.
09-17-2007, 06:18 PM
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im pretty sure with the z axels its a direct swap you can also buy a factory 180sx/silvia lsd diff.
you a tech at honda? i used to work for honda for while but my boss was an ******* so i told him to suck... um nvm ill let you figure out what i said lol but now i work at mazda.... mazda's are... are.. the biggest POS ever i miss honda but i get paid more so w/e lol
but ya mounting 285/35 r18 tire on my 350z tack wheels was a ***** but ya i still did it in less then 30min
you a tech at honda? i used to work for honda for while but my boss was an ******* so i told him to suck... um nvm ill let you figure out what i said lol but now i work at mazda.... mazda's are... are.. the biggest POS ever i miss honda but i get paid more so w/e lol
but ya mounting 285/35 r18 tire on my 350z tack wheels was a ***** but ya i still did it in less then 30min
09-17-2007, 08:04 PM
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im pretty sure with the z axels its a direct swap you can also buy a factory 180sx/silvia lsd diff.
you a tech at honda? i used to work for honda for while but my boss was an ******* so i told him to suck... um nvm ill let you figure out what i said lol but now i work at mazda.... mazda's are... are.. the biggest POS ever i miss honda but i get paid more so w/e lol
but ya mounting 285/35 r18 tire on my 350z tack wheels was a ***** but ya i still did it in less then 30min
you a tech at honda? i used to work for honda for while but my boss was an ******* so i told him to suck... um nvm ill let you figure out what i said lol but now i work at mazda.... mazda's are... are.. the biggest POS ever i miss honda but i get paid more so w/e lol
but ya mounting 285/35 r18 tire on my 350z tack wheels was a ***** but ya i still did it in less then 30min
09-17-2007, 08:10 PM
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if its super cheap go for it man just remember VLSD wear out at around 60kmiles like my j30lsd is all worn and it wines it has 68kmiles on it i got a replacement for it anyway so im not worried
09-18-2007, 04:15 AM
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Really? That seems like kinda low mileage. You sure that isn't only if you work it out a lot by spinning the tires on a daily basis? Seems like it should last well over 100K if treated properly. Most Z owners I wouldn't think would be replacing diffs at 60-80K. I know several people with 100K+ on their Z and they're doing fine. Any more input? Just trying to see if any one has personal experience. Thanks.
09-19-2007, 09:03 PM
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i have that year, and a stock vlsd...but i drive one of 3 nismo edition 240's that i've ever heard of...if i can find it, i'll get pics of the window sticker up soon...and maybe the car, too...lol
09-20-2007, 07:45 AM
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