2012 M37 Camber solutions

[Jhermayne]

Hello NICO,

I have a '12 M37. The car has been lowered using Eibach lowering springs (front 1.2in, back .8in) and is riding on 24inch Forgiato Taglio wheels wrapped in Pirelli PZero rubber. The front knuckles were cut and welded to fit the wheels. The car now has a MEAN camber in the front (Left 2.2 degree, Right 3.2 degree).

My question is what are my options as far as solving the camber issue. I cant seem to find any aftermarket Adjustable Control Arms for the '11-13' M37/56. There are Control arms for the '10-< models but im not sure of the fitment.

Does anyone know if the '10-< SPC Adjustable control arms fit the '11-13'?
Any help would be appreciated.

[VietGuy03]

Bumping this thread, I just lowered my '12 M37 on Tanabe Sustecs as well. I haven't found anything cataloged for this car regarding Camber Kits.

If anyone has an old kit or wants to get rid of their kit from the previous generation M let me know. I would like to try a test fit possible for both front and rear. Any help would be appreciated.

[White-Rush]

to my knowledge, no one has installed a camber kit for the 2011 and up models. To that point, I don't even think one exist on the market. Eventually, someone will have to test fit the pieces from the older generation to see if they are compatable. Or we will have to wait around until a kit is made specifically for our cars.

btw... OP, damn... Was it really necessary to cut /weld your knuckles just to fit wheels? My opinion, but I would have much rather sold / traded up for another set of wheels than to cut /weld pieces to make them fit. IJS....

[White-Rush]

Bumping this thread, I just lowered my '12 M37 on Tanabe Sustecs as well.

How do those Tanabe's feel? I put a bid in on Ebay for an open box set, but lost out on the bid. Ended up purchasing a new set of BC coilovers instead. But i'm still curious to see how the Tanabe's ride.

[Wangtang408]

Hey Jhermayne, did u paint grill bumper white, can u front view pic?

[VietGuy03]

White-Rush, lol I think I was the one in a bidding war against you for those Tanabe coilovers then. They ride really well, firm but not jaring. The ride is getting smoother the more I break the coilovers in. My wife can't tell the difference so that's a plus as well. Although she's the only person I know who can fall asleep in my S2000 too.



In comparison to the coilovers I have had personal experience in.

Megan - harsh ride, not daily driver friendly unless dampening is set to super soft.
Tanable - Firm but controlled, not much different from the Sport ride of the M37/M56, a progressive setup.
Buddy Club N1 - very comfortable, can go really low, and have dampening adjustment.
Apexi WS - my favorite, most comfortable at any height, progressive so no dampening adjustment needed.

BTW, I will post up some pictures soon. it is raining here so I can't really get a good shot.

[White-Rush]

Aha... Yeah, that's funny.

I read very good things about that Tanabe setup, coming from some of the G35 / G37 guys. So i figured they would make for a good purchase, not to mention a steal at the beginning price of the bid. I'm glad they made someone happy.

As for the rest of the pack, I only have personal experience with the Apexi WS. And yes, they rode exceptionally well. I'm hoping that Tein will bring their coilovers over for the M37 / M56. I read that they do offer them over seas, but they have not been imported for sale here yet. For now, i'll ride these BC's and see how they hold up.

and yeah, get some pictures up when weather permits.

btw. very nice looking S2k you got there.

[VietGuy03]

Yeah I was reading the same about Tanabes in general from other models. Not much in aftermarket for our generation or cars just yet.

Let us all know how the BC are, they are reviewed well with the Subaru owners. I am going to help a friend install some when he gets some.

So I apologize for the lack of quality only had my phone and it is still raining....



I had it slammed as low as the s2000 but I looked like I had broken wheels lol. I raised it back up but I have maxed out factory specs, running almost -2.0 on all wheels with a little caster adjustment.

Will admit M looked straight sexy on the ground though!

[mexillis]

So far I haven't seen any camber adjustment products being installed on the Japanese forums. Keep in mind here stateside eibach didn't make any specific camber arms for the prior gen M until about a year ago. If anyone wants to adjust camber it will need some R&D or custom fabing. As long as your toe is within spec the tires shouldn't wear out fast.

[VietGuy03]

Just a quick note....

I messaged SPC to see if they have any products available (which I know they don't yet) and see if anything is in the works. Maybe they will cross the older M35/45 rear wheel drive with the newer generation? Who knows. *shrugs*

[SwissCheeseHead]

Updating this thread again. OEM part numbers between RWD and AWD are the same, so these parts will work for both RWD and AWD.

Per TunerzStore website, the G37 SPC arm will fit the M37, but they say that the range of adjustment might not be the same. Originally listed as +/- 2.5 camber adjustment, +/- 1 caster adjustment.
Part # SPC72130
https://www.tunerzstore.com/spc-front-c ... ms-m37-m56

Megan now makes rear adjustable arms that include:
Rear Toe Arm (MRS-IF-1170)
Rear Traction Arm (MRS-IF-1180)
Rear Camber Arm (MRS-IF-1110)
The full kit: http://www.outcastgarage.com/products/2 ... ction-arms
You can also buy individual pieces.

[Ilya]

Updating this thread again. OEM part numbers between RWD and AWD are the same, so these parts will work for both RWD and AWD.

Per TunerzStore website, the G37 SPC arm will fit the M37, but they say that the range of adjustment might not be the same. Originally listed as +/- 2.5 camber adjustment, +/- 1 caster adjustment.
Part # SPC72130
https://www.tunerzstore.com/spc-front-c ... ms-m37-m56

Megan now makes rear adjustable arms that include:
Rear Toe Arm (MRS-IF-1170)
Rear Traction Arm (MRS-IF-1180)
Rear Camber Arm (MRS-IF-1110)
The full kit: http://www.outcastgarage.com/products/2 ... ction-arms
You can also buy individual pieces.

Thanks for sharing the link to the rear kit, I've had them ear marked individually.

[beachbum718]

I have the traction and camber arms.as well as the front spc.you dont need the toe arms since we have rear steering. You can adjust the toe on rear steering rack.very simple
Buying the toe ares would be like cutting up money

[Ilya]

I have the traction and camber arms.as well as the front spc.you dont need the toe arms since we have rear steering. You can adjust the toe on rear steering rack.very simple
Buying the toe ares would be like cutting up money

Are you referring to the active steering? I thought only the sport models have the rear active steering? As far as I know, my M56x does not have rear active steering. So I'd still need them, no?

[SwissCheeseHead]

I was just going to say that not all cars have 4WAS. I believe it is only the sport package that it is offered as an option.

With that said, if you were to get anything, I would get the toe arms and the camber arms, as those are the settings that will eat up your tires if lowered and not aligned correctly.

From Megan's website:
"These Traction rods allow for fine-tuned adjustments to the rear suspension geometry. By changing the length of the traction rod you change the position and pitch of which the suspension rotates upon and you change the amount of "Anti-Squat" of the rear. Although the adjustment is minimal, it can change the behavior or the vehicle during weight transfer."

Not sure how necessary it is to get these.

[Ilya]

Good to know.

[RED_DET]

SPC now makes rear arms for the M37/M56/Q70.

https://www.tunerzstore.com/Infiniti-M3 ... 37-m56-q70

[Altim8M37]

Per TunerzStore website, the G37 SPC arm will fit the M37, but they say that the range of adjustment might not be the same.

I'm awesome.

Would this mean that any front arms made for the G37 will fit the M, just not offer the full range? I need about .75 ° to get within spec and don't want to drop $400 if I can help it.

Got a few miles in with my Tanabe c/o's and hfc's and enjoying the little I've experienced. Side note: Found a Stillen intake on eBay for $275 shipped, getting installed tomorrow.

[RED_DET]

I guess one can come to that conclusion without a guarantee. What arms are you planning on using?

[Altim8M37]

I guess one can come to that conclusion without a guarantee. What arms are you planning on using?

Sorry about the quote, just used it to get you in the thread. It is accurate though

I found some on EBay last night for $150 that said they fit the G37 and M35/45. Odd combo but if they work, don't mind much. I don't recall the brand. I was hoping to find some top plates (Tanabe reuses the stock) that could help me get the little I need. I need 1° in the rear even with the adjustable built in, but those are readily available and inexpensive. My wife has been hospitalized since Christmas morning and I'm left with doing all of my searching and purchasing on my cell phone, so it's not the best for shopping and sourcing.

I wasn't too concerned about having to get within spec having seems post where someone installed c/o's and didn't need anything. Probably was BC or another brand.

Thanks again for the great cust service and prompt shipping Michael. I highly recommend RED_DET and tunerzstore.com.

[RED_DET]

With all the cheaply made arms now a days, I would be very skeptical and do much research. I do understand that times are tough and money is not abundant, but I would rather not see another "look, my control arms broke/bent today while driving down the road". That would be even more costly to go back and fix. "Buy cheap, buy twice", we have all heard it.....some even experienced it, God knows I have. Save a few more dollars and when you are ready, I will give you a deal on the front SPC arms.

[infinitedrift]

@red_det,
I know your a dealer of SPC but do you know if SPL gives more range for getting back into spec as far as camber? I'm lower than most and I don't think the SPC will provide me enough camber adjustment. I was told by another member that they had to switch from SPC to SPL because they offer more range. Can you verify this?

[RED_DET]

We are setting up an account now with SPL. I will verify what they have. I know SPC makes another control arm for the G37/370z/Q50 that has even more range of adjustment. But fitment hasn't been verified on the M.

https://www.tunerzstore.com/Infiniti-Q5 ... l-arms-q50
Greater than ±3° Camber and ±3° Caster

https://www.tunerzstore.com/Infiniti-Q5 ... r-arms-q50
Camber: -2.5 degrees to +2.5 degrees
Caster: -1.0 degrees to +1.0 degrees

[infinitedrift]

Ok, thanks for looking into this.

[beachbum718]

Ive been running the spc front control arms for almost a year.no problems.smooth as silk.and im maxed out in camber up front.

[infinitedrift]

@beachbum, I'm sure the quality is nice not doubting that but the camber degrees is the issue. Your maxed out going negative degrees? I'm trying to go positive, straight up and down with less camber as possible. My m45 is the camber machine. I want to go for a more sporty look than camber look with this one.

[RED_DET]

SPL doesn't confirm any fitment.

[infinitedrift]

Hmm, I thought they have them listed on the site.

[RED_DET]

For a m37?

[infinitedrift]

Yea, I'll see if I can find it

Edit: think this is it. Says g37.

http://www.splparts.com/spl-pro-front-u ... -370z-g37/

I just asked the guy how did the spl arms work for his y51. Waiting on reply.