Hey fellow G's.lol

Pretty new to the forum and wasn't sure if I should post in the Newbie Corner or over here. So I guess ill start off with the big boys (prob backwards but hey)

Ive tried to search the site for info on Lowering Springs for my 2011 37xS Sedan and haven't found any concrete answers on whether Eibachs ProKit (part#6394.140) will work ; or any other manufacturers honestly. I really didn't want to go with swift springs due to rumors of shortening the lifespan of my struts, etc.

Any one with a lowered 37xS Sedan? Anyone with concrete answers? Anyone that can help?!

TIA,
Ra

 

Welcome to the site~The Eibach, Swift, and Tanabe are the most common X springs, They are all considered a mild drop spring so although the damper will be compromised (since they aren't engineered for the shorter & stiffer springs), the life shouldn't be shortened too much. There's been those that have driven 50k miles and more without issues and some that have had damper issues much sooner, so it's hard to say. There should be no difference in damper longevity w/ those three sets, but the Tanabe tends to sag in the back vs. the other two setups.**********If you plan on keeping your G for a long time you might consider coilovers. Stance, KSport, and Fortune 500 are decent choices, and unlike springs on OEM dampers, the dampers won't be compromised.

 

I'm on swift for 1.5k and so far no issues.

 

Newt gave you good advice. (He does that.)

Here's another take on your question - you have a 5 year old car, so really what's the point worrying about shortening the lifespan of your OEM shocks? Moreover, those non-sport shocks are pretty bouncy anyway. Just drop the car and enjoy it. Deal with problems if or when they crop up, and look at it as an opportunity to upgrade.

 

I have the Eibachs and i totally wouldn't consider that a mild drop, but then again this is my first time with a lowered car.
The front ground clearance is like 2.5" max and one of my jacks don't even fit under the car anymore lol. The underside of the X hangs very low also and the tray scrapes constantly on garage entrances and stuff.

and to the OP, i put in KYB shocks at the same time i put the springs and i am very happy with the ride. I think i've gone like 15k on them so far and no problems yet.

 

Yeah, one mans mild is another mans deep, lol True on the X about not wanting to go too low, are you really only 2.5" off the ground, sounds like that would be a real PITA to navigate. I bet your Y-pipe braids look like Bernie Sanders hair And also, getting aftermarket shocks like iCrap did is another good option.

 

Do any of you replace the struts with after markets when upgrading springs as well? Or at that point are you guys just making the jump to coilovers?

Reason I ask is because I'm looking for a nice drop but without being too harsh for most road driving. The idea of adjustablity in coilovers is appealing, but the spring rates even on the lowest settings might be too much. Anyone have good streetable coils?

 

Thanks newt! the next problem is that none of these manufacturers seem to make springs for the XS Sedan.. or does it not matter?

 

Good point! I got some sport shocks on there tho (g37xS). Just don't want my wife to Bobbit me on the way to the grocery store


Icrap thanks for the good advice.. again lol I'm planning on getting some alloy 20s so hopefully I can get them nice and flush with those eibachs


What size tires / rims are you on ??

 

XS sedan is the same as the X sedan, and AFAIK the X coupe springs should also work. Tanabe sells the same exact springs/part# for all the Gs except convertible so the springs will physically fit but the spring rates and lengths may differ.

 

It's a hard thing for some xS owners to accept. Swaybars, shocks, steering, brakes... all non-sport components in a Sport-appearance package.

 

Swift does make specific ones for the AWD model and ones specific for the RWD model. Check the website for model numbers if needed be.

Cheers.

 

I think he was referring to any difference between the X and the XS, and as far as suspension, they are identical.

 

^agreed. I still have my set of Swifts yet to be installed (bought them used from an XS owner) I've decided to wait until the stock struts need to be replaced (I'm at ~60K miles currently), so most likely soon but may put off until after winter....no rush for me.

 

Just curious do you have the model number for the KYB's? Are specific struts made for X models? Can I swap my set of X struts with a set of S struts? If so is there much of a difference?. ... Sorry lots of questions in one Reply