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Suspension & Steering

Post your questions and answers about these major components of the Zcar and anything related.

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  1. Tirnipgreen

    Suspension Hardware

    by Tirnipgreen

    Hello out there... I am re-installing my front suspension after a long floor pan (and lots of other rusted metal) replacement. Should I use STAINLESS nuts, bots, washers for any and all areas where needed...? I love stainless, but not sure if Grade 8 would be a requirement for suspension components. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks...Ryals

    zKars
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  3. newbzee

    front suspension and tire clearance problem 1 2 3 4 9

    by newbzee

    I have an issue where I have the same tires and rims on the front of my 73 240z but upon reassemble after frame rail rebuilding I'm noticing that the passenger side tire looks fine but the drivers side tire is rubbing against the spring seat. When I didi the repair I maintained the exact front crossmember hole placement and everything lined up and bolted up fine. This was not an issue prior to taking the from suspension and cross member apart so I'm wonder what could be so far off. Shouldn't both sides be equal distances?

    Captain Obvious
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  4. timsz

    71Technotoy rear lower control arms question 1 2

    by timsz

    I have the TTT control arms and Arizona Z mustache bar. My bushings have fallen off a couple of times. I found one on the road, luckily. I put a thin piece of rubber around the bushings to help hold them on. In the pic, there are threads inside the control arms. What are they for ? Thank you.

    wheee!
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  5. 882993md

    Shop says they can't perform an alignment 1 2

    by 882993md

    I took my car to a shop for an alignment. They called after a few hours and said all they could do was set toe in, but they couldn't do anything else. They said that it seems my steering rack is loose and there is side-to-side play. He said either its not bolted tight enough or the two bushings are old and deteriorated. They shop didn't charge me but told me to fix the issue and then bring back the car for the alignment and pay at that time. I noticed that there is a bolt to welded nut torque, then a lock nut torque. I put a socket on the lock nut and it seems tight. Additionally the bolt is not a high torque value (19 to 22 ft-lb) but I'm going to loosen ever…

    Captain Obvious
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  6. jalexquijano

    Rear suspension arms bushings 1 2 3 4 5

    by jalexquijano

    I need to replace ths rear suspension arms bushings as shown in the pictures. Who sells good quality long lasting bushings?

    Dave WM
    Last reply by Dave WM,
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  7. grannyknot

    Stamped numbers on steering shaft 1 2

    by grannyknot

    Not a burning mystery, just wondering if anyone has noticed these stamped numbers on the steering shaft and what they might signify? 1st pic is off the 77 280Z, 2nd and 3rd pics are off two different 72 240Z's,

    26th-Z
    Last reply by 26th-Z,
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  8. Patcon

    Brake Fluid

    by Patcon

    I am close to filling up the brake system with fluid. So I have been doing a lot of research. I have been using some synthetic Dot 3/4 stuff in all my other vehicles. What is everyone using for fluid? I have pretty much already ruled out Silicone fluid because of the poor pedal feel. I did find the Motul RBF600 which I find really interesting. Really high dry and wet temps. It is expensive, but I am not opposed to that if the benefits justify the expense.

    Patcon
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  9. Patcon

    Mustache bar bushings 1 2 3 4 7

    by Patcon

    @Joseph@TheZStore @James@TheZStore http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/10-2261 The Motorsport store shows these bushings but they have been out of stock for a while. Are you expecting more or working on an aftermarket source for these? Thanks, Charles

    jonathanrussell
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  10. jalexquijano

    Rear suspension arms suspension bushings

    by jalexquijano

    I need to replace ths rear arms suspension bushings as shown in the pictures. Who sells good quality long lasting bushings?

    jalexquijano
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  11. wil84911

    Lowering + Negative Camber Suggestions 1 2

    by wil84911

    Need to lower another 1-2 inches. Also want 2-3 degrees neg camber. What are my options without modifying the shock mounts? BC coilovers? Currently on Iluminas with Bilstein springs. Thanks 12/70 2.6 block E88 heads Mallory DCOE40 3/2 Twice pipes Tokico 1, 3/4 in sways, ext oil cooler

    wil84911
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  12. wil84911

    Z Motorsport Coilover Camber kit

    by wil84911

    Anyone have experience on these? http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic20d/23-4123 12/70 2.6 block E88 heads Mallory DCOE40 3/2 Twice pipes Tokico 1, 3/4 in sways, ext oil cooler

    LeonV
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  13. Hodgimus-maximus

    Just ordered BC Racing coil overs and a big brake kit 1 2 3

    by Hodgimus-maximus

    Hi all, I just ordered a set of BC Racing coilers and a big brake kit from TTT. I was wondering if anybody had any recommendations on a machine shop or welder in the D.C. / northern Virginia metro area. Thanks Chris

    Hodgimus-maximus
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