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240goslide · 01-11-2010, 03:24 AM

whats going on guys. my buddy has a 280Z and im trying to do some research on coilovers for the car. not sure if 240 coilovers would fit. i really dont think so. if not do you guys have any ideas on the subject
THANKS!!

WIKID S4TEEN · 01-11-2010, 08:46 AM

They don't fit. You'll have to get some specific to your model.

Like these: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/perf...sion/Coilovers

OR http://www.thezstore.com/

240goslide · 01-11-2010, 11:16 PM

thanks man. ill check it out

240goslide · 01-12-2010, 09:49 PM

well looks like he's getting K-Sports. they dont say anything about spring rates. ill do more research on them

BoOsT-HuNgRy · 02-12-2010, 07:51 PM

i just picked up a 74 260z as a fun dd for the summer and i want coilovers. i went to those web sites listed above, and found that on horse power freaks they dont have coils for the 260, only 280, but on the z store site they have just springs and struts, but the yrs are the same as the 260 and 280 for the same product. i was wondering if anyone can verify that they are bolted up the same and sit the same so i can order the coils from HPF for a 280 but put them in my 260. thanks

i attached a link incase you want to see what i talking about same yrs to same product :
The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: Suspension Kits

Thanks again for your time(i didnt feel the need to make a new thread considering all the info and links provided and it is pretty much the same)

ayuaddict · 02-12-2010, 09:40 PM

Those are for the 280zx which have a completely different suspension design than the 240/260/280z.

all S30s require coilovers to be welded on.

i personally just used integra coilovers (welded the bottom bracket to the strut tube), but there are other options such as the ArizonaZcar coilovers coil over suspension as well as serialnine's conversion tubes which allow you to use stance coilovers. SerialNine :: King of Streetstyle

HyperTek · 02-12-2010, 10:40 PM

people startin to throw s13 coilovers on em here
HybridZ

ayuaddict · 02-13-2010, 04:45 AM

i had S13 coilovers on mine for about a week.

they work great but wont go anywhere near low.

BoOsT-HuNgRy · 02-13-2010, 09:19 AM

thanks i found this to be most help full. im going to order some coils and make bottoms myself.

SBC260 · 06-23-2010, 07:30 PM

I've been wanting coilovers on my 280Z. I can't find anything except struts and springs as well. I've checked Ebay, zcarparts.com, you name it... But... I did come upon the Shakotan 240Z with S13 coilovers on it... and it looks damn good. That might be my route. Check it out:

zspeedrft · 06-24-2010, 01:36 AM

Ground Control Suspension Systems - Your source for the best in suspension parts and accessories.
www.modernmotorpsorts.com

Mistah Mofro · 09-12-2010, 02:53 PM

Theres also the choice what other older imports have been using such as cressida,z31,ae86, and s12's been using for a while now. Welding a threaded strut tube to the Stock spindle, by doing this you need to cut the stock strut housing down and then weld the new tube in its place. I have this setup on my Z31 and plan on doing the same to my 240z. Look up serial nine strut tube adapters or stance adapters. Find a coilover that has the same thread pitch as the one provided by stance/serial which is 55x2.0mm or get a custom thread pitch for what coilover you choose.

iHeartTheTouge · 09-13-2010, 06:46 PM

Z Car Customs JDM is making adapters (weld in, steel threaded tube and camber plates) to use S13 Megan coilovers. These should be available to order very soon. Adapters for Stance coils are also being made.

Performance S13 Coilover Adaptor tubes - ZCCJDM - HybridZ

Z Car Customs- JDM

Big Zee · 09-13-2010, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SBC260

I've been wanting coilovers on my 280Z. I can't find anything except struts and springs as well. I've checked Ebay, zcarparts.com, you name it... But... I did come upon the Shakotan 240Z with S13 coilovers on it... and it looks damn good. That might be my route. Check it out:

how that god awful ugly car got the coverage it did is beyond me. sure its lowered and has teggy coilovers and some custom work fine. but paint the fucking thing before the photoshoot, half assed primer grey with chipped and faded hood. who are you trying to impress ? first time car theives ?

it is low though

DeleriousZ · 09-13-2010, 10:57 PM

that car has been my wallpaper since the photos were released. perfect!

Dirty Habit · 09-14-2010, 11:09 AM

Lol. I cant tell if big zee is being facetious. Damn internet.

Hybridz is place to go. Many members are VERY serious about their cars. Plenty of info on there about suspension setups and anything you can imagine to go with it if it pertains to performance.
Dont expect to find any hellaflush fans on there though.

usafdarkhorse · 09-14-2010, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Zee

how that god awful ugly car got the coverage it did is beyond me. sure its lowered and has teggy coilovers and some custom work fine. but paint the fucking thing before the photoshoot, half assed primer grey with chipped and faded hood. who are you trying to impress ? first time car theives ?

it is low though

Yeah I can't tell if you're being facetious either, but that car belongs to a member who's already posted in this thread.

Not my preference, but to each his own.

S14Dorikin · 09-16-2010, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SBC260

I've been wanting coilovers on my 280Z. I can't find anything except struts and springs as well. I've checked Ebay, zcarparts.com, you name it... But... I did come upon the Shakotan 240Z with S13 coilovers on it... and it looks damn good. That might be my route. Check it out:

I believe that's actually ayuaddict's car, who posted in this thread.
And from what I remember, he scrapped the S13 coilovers and in that photo he's actually rolling on DC2 Integra coilovers.
But yea, no matter what, you gotta weld for coilovers on a 240/260/280Z.

ModernS30 · 12-14-2010, 08:01 AM

I get that we want the hella flush look and all, but low isn't everything. Zccjdm is now offering Megan S13 coil over adapters for 240z-280z. He is also doing a very short run of stance adatpers. These adapters use the Megan/Stance camber plates in the front and the regular Megan/Stance mounts for the S13 rear. It includes 4 tubes, 6 inch from and 8 inch rear? As well as both the weld in camber plates and weld it rear mount plates. The price is $240.00 Shipped in the US plus the cost of a set of megan coil overs. I personally have ordered a set for the Megan coil overs and I will document the install when I do it.

adamvann3 · 12-14-2010, 09:06 AM

Stance now offers a weld on tube as well.

Chassis - DIY Weld-on Damper Adaptor

Will work on anything with a 2" OD strut tube. Slight interference fit with a stepped inner lip to weld to the original cut strut tube for extra strength.

zylvia213 · 01-06-2011, 03:23 PM

www.arizonazcar.com try that

AkumaZeto · 11-17-2011, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Zee

how that god awful ugly car got the coverage it did is beyond me. sure its lowered and has teggy coilovers and some custom work fine. but paint the fucking thing before the photoshoot, half assed primer grey with chipped and faded hood. who are you trying to impress ? first time car theives ?

it is low though

dude if you can't appreciate what that guy is trying to do then i feel sorry for you
that car put all japanese cars on the map in this part of the world , so rusty, old or not its like a grandpa . only thing you can do is give your respects.

raz0rbladez909 · 11-17-2011, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AkumaZeto

dude if you can't appreciate what that guy is trying to do then i feel sorry for you
that car put all japanese cars on the map in this part of the world , so rusty, old or not its like a grandpa . only thing you can do is give your respects.

Awesome first post and way to bump an eleven month old thread.

AkumaZeto · 11-17-2011, 05:45 PM

sorry
i just had to
die hard Z guy
what can i say
I'm here to learn though

ROGUE_RB · 11-17-2011, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SBC260

I've been wanting coilovers on my 280Z. I can't find anything except struts and springs as well. I've checked Ebay, zcarparts.com, you name it... But... I did come upon the Shakotan 240Z with S13 coilovers on it... and it looks damn good. That might be my route. Check it out:

cars not lowered on s13 coils..he started with that but they don't go low enough. Car is running d2 coils off a civic

zspeedrft · 11-17-2011, 07:59 PM

Btw...that car did not put japanese cars on the map on this side of the world lol damn noobs

Copper280z · 11-19-2011, 01:39 AM

This thread seems kinda dead, but I'll throw my input in.

I've got rabbit bilsteins with GC sleeves and 200/225 springs, the struts were sectioned 1-2" each(I forget exactly). The fronts needed a ~5/8" spacer under the insert and the rears like 2". Height is set so the front LCA's are just sloping outward, so there is still a little camber gain.

The car rides and handles great, even handles launches at the drag strip pretty well. I couldn't give a fuck about going low or hellaflush though.

raz0rbladez909 · 11-19-2011, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayuaddict

Those are for the 280zx which have a completely different suspension design than the 240/260/280z.

all S30s require coilovers to be welded on.

i personally just used integra coilovers (welded the bottom bracket to the strut tube), but there are other options such as the ArizonaZcar coilovers coil over suspension as well as serialnine's conversion tubes which allow you to use stance coilovers. SerialNine :: King of Streetstyle

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROGUE_RB

cars not lowered on s13 coils..he started with that but they don't go low enough. Car is running d2 coils off a civic

It's not lowered on Civic coilovers either, if you're going to correct someone make sure you know that you're right

mulinmoua · 11-24-2011, 08:47 PM

Civic n integra uses the same coilovers. Not that it matters.

Aaj2k5 · 11-25-2011, 09:01 AM

Or do it without welding strut sections and bolt S13/S14 arms onto the S30 subframe, S13/S14 Spindles, S13 coilovers, custom camber plates, use S30 traction arms or do like I am and use S14 traction arms, TC buckets and sway bar.

Pics will come when it's all assembled. Theres another guy locally that has similar but not as in depth.

Edit: Local guy's build thread is on here - ROGUE RB is his s/n.

01-11-2010, 03:24 AM	#1
240goslide Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Chicago IL Age: 35 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	280Z coilovers whats going on guys. my buddy has a 280Z and im trying to do some research on coilovers for the car. not sure if 240 coilovers would fit. i really dont think so. if not do you guys have any ideas on the subject THANKS!! __________________ On the 8th day god created DRIFT!!!

01-11-2010, 08:46 AM	#2
WIKID S4TEEN Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SoCal 661 Posts: 887 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	They don't fit. You'll have to get some specific to your model. Like these: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/perf...sion/Coilovers OR http://www.thezstore.com/ __________________ Rock wha U jock and don't talk if U ain't got!! Last edited by WIKID S4TEEN; 01-11-2010 at 09:35 AM.. Reason: add info

01-11-2010, 11:16 PM	#3
240goslide Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Chicago IL Age: 35 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thanks man. ill check it out __________________ On the 8th day god created DRIFT!!!

01-12-2010, 09:49 PM	#4
240goslide Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Chicago IL Age: 35 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	well looks like he's getting K-Sports. they dont say anything about spring rates. ill do more research on them __________________ On the 8th day god created DRIFT!!!

02-12-2010, 10:40 PM	#7
HyperTek Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 13,224 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	people startin to throw s13 coilovers on em here HybridZ __________________ Keep it Classy

02-12-2010, 07:51 PM	#5
BoOsT-HuNgRy Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada Age: 37 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i just picked up a 74 260z as a fun dd for the summer and i want coilovers. i went to those web sites listed above, and found that on horse power freaks they dont have coils for the 260, only 280, but on the z store site they have just springs and struts, but the yrs are the same as the 260 and 280 for the same product. i was wondering if anyone can verify that they are bolted up the same and sit the same so i can order the coils from HPF for a 280 but put them in my 260. thanks i attached a link incase you want to see what i talking about same yrs to same product : The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: Suspension Kits Thanks again for your time(i didnt feel the need to make a new thread considering all the info and links provided and it is pretty much the same)

02-12-2010, 09:40 PM	#6
ayuaddict Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Socal Age: 35 Posts: 4,017 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Those are for the 280zx which have a completely different suspension design than the 240/260/280z. all S30s require coilovers to be welded on. i personally just used integra coilovers (welded the bottom bracket to the strut tube), but there are other options such as the ArizonaZcar coilovers coil over suspension as well as serialnine's conversion tubes which allow you to use stance coilovers. SerialNine :: King of Streetstyle

02-13-2010, 04:45 AM	#8
ayuaddict Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Socal Age: 35 Posts: 4,017 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	i had S13 coilovers on mine for about a week. they work great but wont go anywhere near low.

02-13-2010, 09:19 AM	#9
BoOsT-HuNgRy Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada Age: 37 Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thanks i found this to be most help full. im going to order some coils and make bottoms myself.

06-23-2010, 07:30 PM	#10
SBC260 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 9 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've been wanting coilovers on my 280Z. I can't find anything except struts and springs as well. I've checked Ebay, zcarparts.com, you name it... But... I did come upon the Shakotan 240Z with S13 coilovers on it... and it looks damn good. That might be my route. Check it out:

06-24-2010, 01:36 AM	#11
zspeedrft Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: LoS AnGeLeS Age: 40 Posts: 1,562 Trader Rating: (54) Feedback Score: 54 reviews	Ground Control Suspension Systems - Your source for the best in suspension parts and accessories. www.modernmotorpsorts.com __________________

09-12-2010, 02:53 PM	#12
Mistah Mofro Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lost City,Find Me Age: 34 Posts: 213 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Theres also the choice what other older imports have been using such as cressida,z31,ae86, and s12's been using for a while now. Welding a threaded strut tube to the Stock spindle, by doing this you need to cut the stock strut housing down and then weld the new tube in its place. I have this setup on my Z31 and plan on doing the same to my 240z. Look up serial nine strut tube adapters or stance adapters. Find a coilover that has the same thread pitch as the one provided by stance/serial which is 55x2.0mm or get a custom thread pitch for what coilover you choose.

09-13-2010, 06:46 PM	#13
iHeartTheTouge Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Glen Allen, VA Age: 35 Posts: 602 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Z Car Customs JDM is making adapters (weld in, steel threaded tube and camber plates) to use S13 Megan coilovers. These should be available to order very soon. Adapters for Stance coils are also being made. Performance S13 Coilover Adaptor tubes - ZCCJDM - HybridZ Z Car Customs- JDM __________________ Slide 'n Hide -'72 240z LS1 project

09-13-2010, 10:57 PM	#15
DeleriousZ Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kelowna BC Canada Age: 38 Posts: 428 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	that car has been my wallpaper since the photos were released. perfect!

09-14-2010, 11:09 AM	#16
Dirty Habit Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 2,069 Trader Rating: (3) Rides Gallery: Dirty Habit Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Lol. I cant tell if big zee is being facetious. Damn internet. Hybridz is place to go. Many members are VERY serious about their cars. Plenty of info on there about suspension setups and anything you can imagine to go with it if it pertains to performance. Dont expect to find any hellaflush fans on there though. __________________ 1982 280zx Turbo

12-14-2010, 08:01 AM	#19
ModernS30 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 31 Posts: 4 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I get that we want the hella flush look and all, but low isn't everything. Zccjdm is now offering Megan S13 coil over adapters for 240z-280z. He is also doing a very short run of stance adatpers. These adapters use the Megan/Stance camber plates in the front and the regular Megan/Stance mounts for the S13 rear. It includes 4 tubes, 6 inch from and 8 inch rear? As well as both the weld in camber plates and weld it rear mount plates. The price is $240.00 Shipped in the US plus the cost of a set of megan coil overs. I personally have ordered a set for the Megan coil overs and I will document the install when I do it.

12-14-2010, 09:06 AM	#20
adamvann3 Leaky Injector Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SE Wi Posts: 92 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Stance now offers a weld on tube as well. Chassis - DIY Weld-on Damper Adaptor Will work on anything with a 2" OD strut tube. Slight interference fit with a stepped inner lip to weld to the original cut strut tube for extra strength. __________________ 88ss 368

01-06-2011, 03:23 PM	#21
zylvia213 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LOST ANGELES Posts: 1,978 Trader Rating: (36) Rides Gallery: zylvia213 Feedback Score: 36 reviews	www.arizonazcar.com try that __________________

11-17-2011, 05:45 PM	#24
AkumaZeto Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: rancho cucamonga california Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	sorry i just had to die hard Z guy what can i say I'm here to learn though

11-17-2011, 07:59 PM	#26
zspeedrft Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: LoS AnGeLeS Age: 40 Posts: 1,562 Trader Rating: (54) Feedback Score: 54 reviews	Btw...that car did not put japanese cars on the map on this side of the world lol damn noobs __________________

11-19-2011, 01:39 AM	#27
Copper280z Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NY Age: 34 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	This thread seems kinda dead, but I'll throw my input in. I've got rabbit bilsteins with GC sleeves and 200/225 springs, the struts were sectioned 1-2" each(I forget exactly). The fronts needed a ~5/8" spacer under the insert and the rears like 2". Height is set so the front LCA's are just sloping outward, so there is still a little camber gain. The car rides and handles great, even handles launches at the drag strip pretty well. I couldn't give a fuck about going low or hellaflush though.

11-24-2011, 08:47 PM	#29
mulinmoua Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: fresno, ca Age: 44 Posts: 111 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Civic n integra uses the same coilovers. Not that it matters. __________________

11-25-2011, 09:01 AM	#30
Aaj2k5 Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kitchener, Canada Age: 34 Posts: 55 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Or do it without welding strut sections and bolt S13/S14 arms onto the S30 subframe, S13/S14 Spindles, S13 coilovers, custom camber plates, use S30 traction arms or do like I am and use S14 traction arms, TC buckets and sway bar. Pics will come when it's all assembled. Theres another guy locally that has similar but not as in depth. Edit: Local guy's build thread is on here - ROGUE RB is his s/n.