Posted September 15, 201410 yr comment_455499 This is my Project car! a 1972 240z! I have noticed that the car seems to low on the rear suspensión and always bangs on Street bumps! Do I need to replace the whole shock absorber? or just the springs. If it were the springs which Brand is recommended? Is there a set that comes with shock absorbers that come with springs? 1970 1978 Datsun 240Z 260z 280z Springs | eBay Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 15, 201410 yr comment_455503 I would replace all 4 springs and shocks, and install bump stops on all corners. The best place to look, would be Motorsport Auto. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 15, 201410 yr comment_455508 I used Chevette springs cut to size and KYB struts all around. It firmed up the ride and got rid of the bang from the bumps. That's the budget build. Of course, I would only do this if you are mechanically inclined. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455508 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 15, 201410 yr comment_455523 By the picture, that car does not look like it is riding low. The springs may be too soft, but I doubt they are too short. I used Eibachs on mine. Got them from Motorsport. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 201410 yr Author comment_455980 I still think the rear springs could be soft. The car does look low in the rear. What Brand of springs is recomendable? Eibachs? I want a smooth ride with the correct height of the car! Edited September 24, 201410 yr by jalexquijano Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 201410 yr comment_455986 KYB shocks and regular Tokico springs work well.btw your car looks great! I love white Z's.Datsun 510, 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX, 300ZX and Roadster parts available from Upgrade Motoring! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455986 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 201410 yr comment_455991 Or save yourself some money and add a front spoiler.https://www.google.com/search?q=Xenon+3124&rlz=1C1BOFA_enUS494US494&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=Wj8jVJ7oK9jFggTo84GoCw&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAg&biw=1280&bih=620#tbm=isch&q=Xenon+3124+on+240z&imgdii=_Or spend some money and get these, Tokico HPK Kit NISSAN 260Z Edited September 24, 201410 yr by siteunseen Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-455991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 201410 yr Author comment_456024 KYB shocks and regular Tokico springs work well.btw your car looks great! I love white Z's.Datsun 510, 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX, 300ZX and Roadster parts available from Upgrade Motoring!What about Arizona Springs? Since i only need to two rear ones? http://www.arizonazcar.com/springs.htmlShould i purchase this set? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-456024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 201410 yr Author comment_456026 What about Arizona Springs? Since i only need to two rear ones? http://www.arizonazcar.com/springs.htmlShould i purchase this set?Just called Dave! He ran out of stock! What other alternative do i have to achive stock height and ride? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-456026 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 201410 yr comment_456028 I don't know anything about the fit & quality...Stagg 4 Shocks Springs That Fits 1970 to 1973 240Z Early 1974 260z | eBay Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-456028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 201410 yr comment_456032 What other alternative do i have to achive stock height and ride?If you're looking for stock ride, and height, you'll need to look for OEM stock springs.... I'm not positive, but I think pretty much anything out that is aftermarket lowers the car, and firms up the ride... Your best bet probably is either Ebay, or a salvage yard.The springs from Arizona Z Car states that they are "Considerably stiffer than stock" not what you're looking for Edited September 25, 201410 yr by peng155 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-456032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 201410 yr Author comment_456040 Just scored a used stock set of 2 front and 2 rear springs from a 1974 260z with 32,000 miles on ebay. will i be able to replace the springs on my car with these ones? Even though they are from a 260z? Any difference in the height amongst both of these years? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50069-do-i-need-to-replace-the-rear-suspension-springs-car-too-low-in-the-rear/#findComment-456040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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