Rear CO Springs Only - Is that feasible?
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When paired with aftermarket springs, the RWD G Sedan has a droopy rear bum more often than not. So I was thinking... Is there any reason why we couldn't install the adjustable height rear springs off a CO kit? Just the adjustable-height rear springs... not adjustable dampers, and not front coil-overs.
Right? Wrong? Dumb as a box of rocks?
I've got the OEM Sport Shocks on a 2011 G37S Sedan 6MT, matched with Swift Lowering Springs, and I'm trying to dial in a rear height that's better than what I've had for the past year. I tried 5/8" spacers against the top-hats (customized to fit) from Energy Suspension. And while that's better, I'm also thinking of trying the 3/8" versions.
Then I got to thinking about this idea. Anyone?
Right? Wrong? Dumb as a box of rocks?

I've got the OEM Sport Shocks on a 2011 G37S Sedan 6MT, matched with Swift Lowering Springs, and I'm trying to dial in a rear height that's better than what I've had for the past year. I tried 5/8" spacers against the top-hats (customized to fit) from Energy Suspension. And while that's better, I'm also thinking of trying the 3/8" versions.
Then I got to thinking about this idea. Anyone?
I would try the 3/8" version and see where that takes you. It'd be way cheaper than buying the adjustable height rear spring perches. I don't even know for sure that they're sold individually outside of a full CO kit.
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...at which point I've another option, which is to shave 1/4" off the flat of the top seats. They're very thick, and could easily loose a little bit of material.
Yet another consideration is getting the car aligned, and intentionally asking the shop for >2* negative camber.
And still another option is to simply leave well enough alone and be done with it. Honestly, it's much better looking having even gap and a gentle poke than it is being nearly flush but droopy. I've not taken pictures of it yet with the 5/8" bushings installed, but I will soon enough.
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