What did you do to your Sedan today?
#8266
That looks really sharp and should look even better with a mild drop. Very functional setup!
Question regarding Nismo springs. Why are you planning on doing pre 2016 springs, what is the benefit? Do you have any pictures of anyone running the Nismo springs? Any idea how different the spring rates are?
Question regarding Nismo springs. Why are you planning on doing pre 2016 springs, what is the benefit? Do you have any pictures of anyone running the Nismo springs? Any idea how different the spring rates are?
Another reason to get these springs is so I don't have to worry about swapping my LCAs or anything since it's just a mild drop. And the price is pretty good on used nismo springs.
EDIT: Correction, it's pre-2015 nismo springs, my bad! The pre-2015 are red colored and 2015+ are black.
Last edited by backman_66; 12-03-2020 at 09:56 PM.
#8269
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That looks really sharp and should look even better with a mild drop. Very functional setup!
Question regarding Nismo springs. Why are you planning on doing pre 2016 springs, what is the benefit? Do you have any pictures of anyone running the Nismo springs? Any idea how different the spring rates are?
Question regarding Nismo springs. Why are you planning on doing pre 2016 springs, what is the benefit? Do you have any pictures of anyone running the Nismo springs? Any idea how different the spring rates are?
I'm considering the NISMO springs too, but... buying used springs probably not. I mean, the reason I want to replace my sport springs is that they're worn down a bit, right? So buying someone else's worn out springs seems no bueno. I need to see how much new ones are from Nissan - I doubt they're as expensive as coilovers.
#8270
Those are VERY tight on the calipers
I'm considering the NISMO springs too, but... buying used springs probably not. I mean, the reason I want to replace my sport springs is that they're worn down a bit, right? So buying someone else's worn out springs seems no bueno. I need to see how much new ones are from Nissan - I doubt they're as expensive as coilovers.
I'm considering the NISMO springs too, but... buying used springs probably not. I mean, the reason I want to replace my sport springs is that they're worn down a bit, right? So buying someone else's worn out springs seems no bueno. I need to see how much new ones are from Nissan - I doubt they're as expensive as coilovers.
I'm not sure if you can just order nismo springs from the dealership... it probably has to be ordered as a shock and spring set. I don't mind getting used springs if they're under 50k miles.
#8271
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Fronts: Nissan p/n: 54010-6GA1A
Rears: Nissan p/n: 55020-1EA0B
Been a minute since I looked into this option, but if I remember the fronts were running about $165/ea. while the rears ran about $250/ea.
As I always recommend, VERIFY BEFORE YOU BUY! Nissan (& Infiniti) are notorious for changing things up with parts/part numbers.
#8275
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For the NISMO springs I honestly do not remember. I was looking into this project some time last year, but got side-tracked with the heated wheel/paddle shifter swap project...
Typically, for OEM parts, I use:
jp-carparts.com This is my main go-to. They're in Japan, but have the best online catalog parts diagrams. Once I find the part classification code (first 5 digits) then I cross-reference with either:
discountinfinitiparts.com (best prices- usually)
parts.infinitiusa.com (last resort)
If you know exactly what you are looking for, any online parts catalog/supplier will suffice...
Key is to ALWAYS verify BEFORE you buy.
Typically, for OEM parts, I use:
jp-carparts.com This is my main go-to. They're in Japan, but have the best online catalog parts diagrams. Once I find the part classification code (first 5 digits) then I cross-reference with either:
discountinfinitiparts.com (best prices- usually)
parts.infinitiusa.com (last resort)
If you know exactly what you are looking for, any online parts catalog/supplier will suffice...
Key is to ALWAYS verify BEFORE you buy.
Last edited by ILM-NC G37S; 12-04-2020 at 11:05 AM.
#8276
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Oddly enough, there was a full set from a 2014 Nismo Z w/ 41k miles on eBay for less than one rear spring right as we were discussing this. Guess I'll try used after all.
Topic-relevant content - yesterday I installed the rear Hotchkis bar, which required removing the FI mufflers. Still looking good. Checked wheels to see if I had different rears (coupe v convertible) and checked hubs relative to bodywork to see if that was an issue (chasing the quirky alignment). Patched a rear tire that had collected a screw. Today I cleaned and started painting the rear calipers - cheap caliper paint and painting on the car, so not expecting grand results, but... I did the fronts this way about a year ago and they still look really good.
Pics on my build page, but nothing really exciting.
I'll have a stock set of Sport bars to sell shortly - I don't see the point of holding on to them.
Topic-relevant content - yesterday I installed the rear Hotchkis bar, which required removing the FI mufflers. Still looking good. Checked wheels to see if I had different rears (coupe v convertible) and checked hubs relative to bodywork to see if that was an issue (chasing the quirky alignment). Patched a rear tire that had collected a screw. Today I cleaned and started painting the rear calipers - cheap caliper paint and painting on the car, so not expecting grand results, but... I did the fronts this way about a year ago and they still look really good.
Pics on my build page, but nothing really exciting.
I'll have a stock set of Sport bars to sell shortly - I don't see the point of holding on to them.
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#8280
Thought about cleaning the engine bay of my latest acquisition I bought yesterday (2011 G37 Sedan). PO kept the car in great shape and maintained it well, but the engine bay was filthy.
Pulled out a rag and Purple Power and got to it, but didn’t get too far. Was wiping down the coolant expansion tank and without using too much force my finger broke through the plastc. LOL! That stuff was very brittle all over, actually. Was able,to pick up a replacement from local dealer (Grubbs in Grapevine, TX) for 85 bucks, so not a biggie.
Easy swap and the car is good to go again.
Pulled out a rag and Purple Power and got to it, but didn’t get too far. Was wiping down the coolant expansion tank and without using too much force my finger broke through the plastc. LOL! That stuff was very brittle all over, actually. Was able,to pick up a replacement from local dealer (Grubbs in Grapevine, TX) for 85 bucks, so not a biggie.
Easy swap and the car is good to go again.