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What do I need for full suspension replacement?

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Old 05-28-11, 04:22 PM
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Default What do I need for full suspension replacement?

All read all the treads in suspension & brakes it's a lot of information to take in to say the least. When I owned a G35 sedan it was 350z & G35 coupe suspension was all I needed. The springs were linear not progressive like Eibach & H&R etc... Car handled much better than stock and provided a nice drop. Now fast forward and I have a 98 GS400 looking for a 1-1.5" drop but figured I'd better replace all the ball joints, and control arms while I'm in there.

1. Can someone tell me how may different ball joints & bushings there are with our cars?
2. For a 1-1.5" drop should I get a SPC camber kit?
3. Is there a linear spring for the GS?

I've purchase the Daizen Steering bushing already.

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Old 05-30-11, 09:25 PM
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1) There are just the 2 Lower Ball Joints you need to worry about and need to replace asap. I did those and my tie rods while I was down there.

2) No, with that minor of a drop you should be fine.

3) Honestly don't know what this means
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#3 : go coilover.
Old 05-31-11, 07:42 AM
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Swift Springs offer lowering springs (linear) for the 2GS.
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