Need Help With Stiff Ride

[PeNT]

Hi all,

I got myself a R33 S2 GTST recently. The ride height is perfect for me. What I don't like is the stiffness of the ride on Sydney Streets.

I had a quick look underneath. I am not sure if they are coilovers or not. How can I tell ? The brand is Apexi. They are blue in colour. Part numbers are below. I could not find them on the net ? Is their an Apexi Distributor/Dealer in Sydney

Rear Shocks

Apexi 237-N005-R

(GL23)

Rear Springs

M3X01874

Front Shocks

Apexi 237-N005-F

What kind of springs are they? The shocks have an adjustment setting at the bottom. I have put them to the softest setting. Haven't had a chance to take it out for a spin yet. Front's were already the softest setting.

I am not sure of the condition of the shocks. Car has 59xxx kms on it. If the setting does not help, can I just change the springs to a softer one, provided the shocks are in good order. How can I get them tested ? Do i have to remove the shocks/springs form the vehicle. If they are stuffed are these rebuidable.

I am trying to keep the cost to a minium.

thanks heaps

[PeNT]

Hi all,

I have done some research and it seems I might have Apexi T-max Shocks with possibly factory springs. Does anymone know what the spring rates are for factory springs or have any experience with T-max shocks.

thanks

Hi all,

I got myself a R33 S2 GTST recently. The ride height is perfect for me. What I don't like is the stiffness of the ride on Sydney Streets.

I had a quick look underneath. I am not sure if they are coilovers or not. How can I tell ? The brand is Apexi. They are blue in colour. Part numbers are below. I could not find them on the net ? Is their an Apexi Distributor/Dealer in Sydney

Rear Shocks

Apexi 237-N005-R

(GL23)

Rear Springs

M3X01874

Front Shocks

Apexi 237-N005-F

What kind of springs are they? The shocks have an adjustment setting at the bottom. I have put them to the softest setting. Haven't had a chance to take it out for a spin yet. Front's were already the softest setting.

I am not sure of the condition of the shocks. Car has 59xxx kms on it. If the setting does not help, can I just change the springs to a softer one, provided the shocks are in good order. How can I get them tested ? Do i have to remove the shocks/springs form the vehicle. If they are stuffed are these rebuidable.

I am trying to keep the cost to a minium.

thanks heaps

[abcent]

easyest way to get a softer ride is to get new springs put in with a softer rate. Someone like your local Pedders should be able to figure out what your after if you talk to them for a bit and show them the car.

new springs if there just the standard type in there shouldnt cost too much, id have a stab in saying about $400-500 fitted?

If there height adjustable coilovers, to change the springs in those (small type spring) id be guessing more around the $800-$1000 fitted for some custom King Springs or something?

if you could post a pic of the actual coilovers it'd better help people to give you the right advise?

unfortunatly most Jap aftermarket coilovers are fairly stiff, great for handling, but yeah...not so much for street cruising.

[PeNT]

They are not really coilovers, just struts. but I am told they they have height adjustments. Just struts. I might have to visit the local pedders.

I'll get pics when I pull them out of the car.

thanks for your suggestions.

Anyone know what the springs rates are for the standard springs in a R33 Gtst

thanks

easyest way to get a softer ride is to get new springs put in with a softer rate. Someone like your local Pedders should be able to figure out what your after if you talk to them for a bit and show them the car.

new springs if there just the standard type in there shouldnt cost too much, id have a stab in saying about $400-500 fitted?

If there height adjustable coilovers, to change the springs in those (small type spring) id be guessing more around the $800-$1000 fitted for some custom King Springs or something?

if you could post a pic of the actual coilovers it'd better help people to give you the right advise?

unfortunatly most Jap aftermarket coilovers are fairly stiff, great for handling, but yeah...not so much for street cruising.

[Sydneykid]

This thread shows you how to measure springs so that you can send the dimensions to me and I will work out the springs rates for you.

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...showtopic=79157

Armed with the spring rates you can then make an informed decision.

cheers

[PeNT]

Thanks for the tip. I will get you the specs over next weekend..

[PeNT]

Hi Guys,

I have removed the springs and given then dimension off to SydneyKid.

I also had them tested at K-mac in Rockdale. They told me the Fronts are 160 lb/" and rears are 120.

I am not sure how accurate this is, beacause they are the progressive type and I don't think they probably loaded them enough so I am very interested to see what SydneyKids calculations are.

Is there anyone else in Sydney that can test spring rates specifcally around Liverpool.

Does this mean, that my shocks are probably too hard. I have put them on softest setting. I have also adjusted height to raise it before I put them back on the car.

Anyone know where I can get them re-valved/serviced in Sydney. The only ones I could find were Shock Reco in Brisbane.

The other question, why is the recommnded Front height higher than rear. Mine are set at 337mm all around I have raised them to approx 345 mm.

Will that make any difference in ride quality or its purely a height/preload adjustment.

I would like to get SydneyKids suggested shocks but cannot afford them at this time.

Will my springs be able to work with the his recommended shocks.

thanks again.

[salad]

If those spring rates are right, the front will definitely work well with the Bilsteins (the Whiteline springs used are 165lb/in) but I'm not sure about the rears, they seem about right though, you will have to get SK to answer the question properly.

There is a difference in heights front to rear as the guards are cut differently, more clearance at the front. It should be a bit more comfortable raised up a bit and less bump steer. Shouldn't be a huge difference though.

[PeNT]

If the rates do turn out to be true. is it the shocks which is causing the stiff ride.

Are there any other options for shocks, I don't plan on taking it to the track or anything. Just street use. Are there any cheaper alternatives.

[PeNT]

Hi Guys,

Are KYB shocks any good with the springs that I have, which are probably lowered and not a very high spring rate.

I might be able to get a good deal on them..

Are they better than stock shocks in temps of bump valving and rebound for slightly higher rated springs.

thanks

[PeNT]

Hi Guys,

I was after an opinion on the state of my suspension. I took some photos. The first two are of one of the front shocks and the 3rd is a rear unit.

I noticed that the front boots of both front shocks are stuffed while the rear is intact. Is this cause there is a lot of movement in the front, due to the weight.

I was wondering if the front bump stops are too long. Could this be a cause of the harsh ride. The center to guard height is 337 mm all around.

I was also reading up that these are short stroke shocks. Anyone know the dimensions, travel length of the blisten and/or kyb shocks. Trying to work out what the height might be with kybs and my current springs.

Also, can anyone tell me what the free length is of the front/rear Whiteline springs

Anyone used the shockreco place in brissy. Am contemplating on whether I should get my current shocks re-valved.

thanks for you help.