Daily commuter and mods
02-17-2015, 04:59 PM
#1
Daily commuter and mods
I recently pulled the trigger, traded my new truck for a CPO G AWD sport sedan. I'm now intrigued by the suspension options and other upgrades and mods that are possible.
First thing that I would like to do is change the OEM 18's for aftermarket 19" and close the spacing between wheels and wheel well up a bit. After doing quite a bit of reading on this site it looks as if swift springs may be my best bet.
My hesitation is that I drive a solid hour five days a week commuting. I'm curious as to if I'm making a costly decision in the long run putting excess stress on the OEM drivetrain and the overall car in general if I do go this route.
Would would be the BEST option given the amount of driving I do, (best meaning right way to do these modifications for optimum vehicle integrity)??
As always I appreciate the input
First thing that I would like to do is change the OEM 18's for aftermarket 19" and close the spacing between wheels and wheel well up a bit. After doing quite a bit of reading on this site it looks as if swift springs may be my best bet.
My hesitation is that I drive a solid hour five days a week commuting. I'm curious as to if I'm making a costly decision in the long run putting excess stress on the OEM drivetrain and the overall car in general if I do go this route.
Would would be the BEST option given the amount of driving I do, (best meaning right way to do these modifications for optimum vehicle integrity)??
As always I appreciate the input
02-17-2015, 05:25 PM
#2
Registered User
There is a TON of information on here regarding different lowering options, and examples of wheels (19" and 20"). I'd suggest you spend A LOT of time on here reading, searching, etc. before you do anything to your car.
What you won't find on here is anyone talking about wheel weight, which was a huge issue for me. I have a '13 6MT sport, and I wanted to go up to 20" wheels, but stay within factory weights (wheel plus tire). Tough task, but I was able to come in actually 1 pound less. So there was no change in driving dynamics, mpg, etc.
I also wanted OEM feel, but a more sporty look, so I went with Swift springs and Koni shocks. A lot of guys do just the Swifts, many others do coilovers. Again, read a lot on this subject.
A bigger issue for me with the G is the lack of engine/exhaust sound quality and boat-like handling in turns. Of all the things I've modded, my intake/exhaust combo (Stillen G2 and Tanabe Medallion) and sway bar upgrade (Hotchki's front and rear) were by far the most "bang for my buck." If you don't mind these items, then disregard.
Again, my advice is to keep reading and researching on here. I spent 2 months just reading on here before I even bought the car, so I had a good idea of what I wanted to do as soon as I got it. But even then, I just drove the car a lot to get a feel for it and what I felt it lacked. That is going to be different for each person.
Here are a couple of shots of my car; the first day I had it and a couple weeks ago after all mods have been done. Which reminds me I need to do a build thread lol. Head over to the "show off your sedan" thread for more pictures like this.
What you won't find on here is anyone talking about wheel weight, which was a huge issue for me. I have a '13 6MT sport, and I wanted to go up to 20" wheels, but stay within factory weights (wheel plus tire). Tough task, but I was able to come in actually 1 pound less. So there was no change in driving dynamics, mpg, etc.
I also wanted OEM feel, but a more sporty look, so I went with Swift springs and Koni shocks. A lot of guys do just the Swifts, many others do coilovers. Again, read a lot on this subject.
A bigger issue for me with the G is the lack of engine/exhaust sound quality and boat-like handling in turns. Of all the things I've modded, my intake/exhaust combo (Stillen G2 and Tanabe Medallion) and sway bar upgrade (Hotchki's front and rear) were by far the most "bang for my buck." If you don't mind these items, then disregard.
Again, my advice is to keep reading and researching on here. I spent 2 months just reading on here before I even bought the car, so I had a good idea of what I wanted to do as soon as I got it. But even then, I just drove the car a lot to get a feel for it and what I felt it lacked. That is going to be different for each person.
Here are a couple of shots of my car; the first day I had it and a couple weeks ago after all mods have been done. Which reminds me I need to do a build thread lol. Head over to the "show off your sedan" thread for more pictures like this.
Last edited by Furlow; 02-17-2015 at 05:36 PM.
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Furlow (02-17-2015)
02-17-2015, 09:14 PM
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Right on. I'll be doing a good bit of going thru various threads, have already but there is much more to absorb
Those wheels look great by the way, nice deep concave. Which wheel is that?
Also did you vinyl wrap the chrome to black out?
Mine still looks like when you got yours except in blue slate, and minus any tint.
Those wheels look great by the way, nice deep concave. Which wheel is that?
Also did you vinyl wrap the chrome to black out?
Mine still looks like when you got yours except in blue slate, and minus any tint.
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Furlow (02-18-2015)
02-17-2015, 09:26 PM
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I originally went with Swifts then went to coilovers with swifts, I think the swifts give the X sedan the perfect stance aesthically. For wheels I went with squared sets of forged Rays from a G35, both are lighter than OEM with my tires. I would definitely suggest sways and you'd probabky be good there. I drove my car from TN to PA/NYC and back with no issues and daily now with the only issue that I'm too low on the coils.
Here's a pic with the Swifts. If you decide to go that route I still have them and I think 11G37s is selling a set of Hotchkiss sways with light mileage.
Here's a pic with the Swifts. If you decide to go that route I still have them and I think 11G37s is selling a set of Hotchkiss sways with light mileage.
02-18-2015, 12:52 AM
#6
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Right on. I'll be doing a good bit of going thru various threads, have already but there is much more to absorb
Those wheels look great by the way, nice deep concave. Which wheel is that?
Also did you vinyl wrap the chrome to black out?
Mine still looks like when you got yours except in blue slate, and minus any tint.
Those wheels look great by the way, nice deep concave. Which wheel is that?
Also did you vinyl wrap the chrome to black out?
Mine still looks like when you got yours except in blue slate, and minus any tint.
And yes, I did vinyl wrap on the chrome, a lot of guys have done that on here.
Love the blue slate G, looking forward to seeing your mods!
02-18-2015, 09:13 AM
#7
Registered Member
I'm actually looking into springs to buy for the sprint time possible before the meet. Are you selling your swifts Chris? If you are if you dont mind PM me your selling price. Thank you sir!
I originally went with Swifts then went to coilovers with swifts, I think the swifts give the X sedan the perfect stance aesthically. For wheels I went with squared sets of forged Rays from a G35, both are lighter than OEM with my tires. I would definitely suggest sways and you'd probabky be good there. I drove my car from TN to PA/NYC and back with no issues and daily now with the only issue that I'm too low on the coils.
Here's a pic with the Swifts. If you decide to go that route I still have them and I think 11G37s is selling a set of Hotchkiss sways with light mileage.
Here's a pic with the Swifts. If you decide to go that route I still have them and I think 11G37s is selling a set of Hotchkiss sways with light mileage.
