Posted August 7, 200717 yr comment_217658 I am on sort of a budget, so I unfortunately can't go all out. Though I do want the best value for my money.I want a nice ride, that handles well. More so handling then a smooth ride. What would be the best combination.Tokico HP Shocks and SpringsKYB-GR2 Shocks and Eibach SpringsTokico HP Shocks and Eibach SpringsTokico HP Shocks and Euro Spec SpringsKYB-GR2 Shocks and Euro Spec SpringsThese are really the only parts that I can find. Any other recommendations would be great. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217792 I purchased the kyb-gr2 shocks and euro springs. The ride is right on. The height is too high. I have since switched the springs back w/ originals and made the height right on. The springs were not my problem, just the struts. Lesson...try replacing just the struts. The springs may not need replacement. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217792 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217801 Why not just cut the Euro springs Ramses? Nothing wrong with cutting springs, so long as you don't use heat (cutting torch) to do it. With a cutoff wheel you can cut 1/2 coil off at a time until the ride height is where you want it. That way you get the stiffer springs AND the desired ride height.My impression is that most stock springs, especially in the rear, are pretty much sagged out. Plus they were much too soft to begin with, at least in my opinion. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217801 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217802 Tokico HP Shocks and Eibach SpringsI was pretty happy with this setup on my street 240Z. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217802 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217803 MS has the eibachs on sale, I have eibachs and hps - I like em - sits nice rides good. Check my gallery - later pics by boats. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217804 Er ... or my avitar Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217804 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217808 A clubmember installed the Eibach springs from MSA with existing KYBs this past weekend and has commented that the ride is better than with the stock springs....Also lowered the ride height about 1". GWGarrardOsgoode Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217808 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217817 I run the eibachs and tokico illuminas in my 240Z. They are set at 2 (front) and 3 (rear). It is a firm but comfortable ride considering how rude the 240Z is when compared to later Z's. The HP's are set at 3 I believe. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 8, 200717 yr comment_217837 I installed the Euro springs with KYB G2 struts and am vary happy. My Z did set high with this combo. There are three of us here that bought the springs. Since they are not progressive , removing coils only lowers the car and does not stiffen the ride further like with a progressive would do. I wanted my car lowered from stock and I ended up with 2 1/2 coils off the front and 1 1/2 off the rear. She sets with a slight rake to the front. I did use energy-suspension bump stops on all four corners. I recommend that you remove about 3/4'' from the front ones . I didn't and it is fine but just a little more travel would be better. The car corners flat with vary little lean at all. I wanted a good ride and not stiff or hard. If I were to do it again , I wouldn't do any thing different. Except for the stops. If you would like any further info from me on this , send me a PM Gary Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 9, 200717 yr comment_217863 I'm looking at doing the same to my suspension. I'm curious, with the Eibach and Illuminas set-up, did you keep the stock 14" wheels or did you change those as well? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-217863 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218032 I am running the complete Tokico setup (HP blues and springs). It was a huge improvement over stock and not too harsh for the street. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-218032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218039 The bigger tires help to preserve the ride - I think if the wheels were much bigger the handling would be even better but the ride would be hard on the old spine. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25128-which-springstrut-setup/#findComment-218039 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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