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Yes, i kept the bump stops. Cutting the springs was perfect for this car.

I decided to cut one coil off each of the springs. In combination with the Tokico struts, the car rides great, no bottoming and at the desired ride height. For a bonus, it was easier to install. Less spring to compress and shove into the strut well.

I have two Z's. A 240 (the one in the pic) and a 280. The 240 is the race car with Eibachs and Tokico adjustables. The 280 is the cruiser. Tokico non-adjustable and softer stock springs. Just dont like the car being so high off the ground.

I want to lower my 280z using the original springs. I want a softer ride than the Eibachs but a lower stance. Ill be using Tokico struts. Question is how much will it lower the car if i cut one coil? What about 2 coils? Any one have feed back with this?

Thought youd might like this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1pLfowWerc

Dont forget, there is a second video on motomantv. Its called, "What do Z's and sharks have in common?". Check that one out too. If you have TiVo, you can get both on "Video on Demand".

I might be able to helo you. What part of San Jose are you? Have you tried the "Z Garage" off 1st St?

One more thing. Inf, i took your advice and ordered from PlanetBulb. Will see how it works for me.

I have noted that Motorsports customer service has gone downhill. Use to be very friendly on the phone and would make recomendations. Now they sound dry and lifeless. Just take my order and thats it. With just a little more interaction, they could be selling more products.

How did you change the bulbs in the smaller gauges? Did you go from under the dash or did you remove the tach and go through that hole? Im having a hell of a time reaching the plug. I cant get the new (Motorsport) bulbs pushed into the socket.

Sounds like there is no perfect weatherstripping. I just completed installing new weatherstripping around both doors. I got the OEM style from Motorsport. The U-channel and rubber are one piece. Very easy to install, less than 3 min each side. Yes, they are tight. Yes, i had to adjust the door striker. Yes, i have to use a little more force to shut the door. Im sure over a period of time the rubber will seat and the door will close easier.

Im across the bay also.

You could buy seat adaptors from a Recaro dealer specificaly made for the Z. I didnt go that route. I used the original Z sliders and built my own frame out of aluminium for the Recaros. Took some time but worth it since it retains the stock look and feel.

Are the calipers in the correct position/side? Meaning are the bleeder valves at the top of the caliper. If reversed with the valve on the bottom, no matter how much you bleed them, there is a BIG air pocket at the top. I did that mistake...once.

Yes i had just a little so i filed it down smooth. Fits into the rear of the speedo firmly.

I installed a new speedometer cable i got from Napa. I removed the cable from the houseing and cut 1/4" off the cable. Then i inserted to new cable into the old OEM housing. Works great and no bouncing. Give it a try.

You should go over and look at it. Thats the best thing to do. The front bumpers look like they are on upside-down. Other than that, it looks decent.

I also just ordered a speedo cable from Napa. Hasnt arrived yet. Are you using the OEM speedo cable housing? Let us know how it work for you. Very interested.

Thanks, ill check it out.

OK, youll want to get the "S12" calipers without the "W" (wide). Those are for the vented discs. The weight of the parts makes the shipping expensive. Is there an auto parts store near you that might have what your looking for? The hardest part is cutting the backing plate. The rest is bolt-on. Good luck with the project.

Is there a good website for Infiniti G owners similar to this one (Classic Zcar Club)? Would like to find more information about the G.

No, those are not the ones you want. Those area single piston design. Depending on what kind of disks you are using (vented vs. soild. 240z vs 280zx), will determine which design youll need (S12W vs, S12 vs etc). Start with this, what year car are you working on? Stock disks? Modifications to the master vac? Check out this page - http://www.alloemautoparts.com/ShopByVehicle.epc?q=&yearid=1994@@1994&makeid=TO@@Toyota&modelid=PUP%2D7%2D003@@Pickup+V6+4WD+RegCab&catid=N@@Brake&subcatid=N1040@@Brake+Caliper&applicationid=000664479&mode=PA Good luck.

One more problem with larger wheels and tires is weight. The bigger the wheel/tire plus more rotational inertia equals slower acceleration. Weight is the number one killer of performance.

The 370Z was one of the 10 best looking cars for 2009. http://comcast.vehix.com/articles/new-cars/the-10-best-looking-cars-for-2009/?cid=802

What about a larger brake master cylinder? Remember, the stock setup pushes 4 pistons total (2 per side). With the new Toyota calipers, now your pushing 8 pistons total (4 per side). Does the brake pedal go to the floor when braking hard?