Not likely successful but wondering anyway - R32 struts in a G50?

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Tue Aug 02, 2005 2:05 pm

I was down at the local JDM speed equipment import place and they had a set of used R32 GT-R struts/springs (also a NISMO S-tune set). They look suspicously like G50 parts. I'm thinking they might work, but I can't find any info on them.

Post by **elwesso** » Tue Aug 02, 2005 3:37 pm

I would see how they compare to the Z32s.....

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 6:35 am

THey look longer than Z32, which would be perfect. The place didn't have a pair of Z32s to compare them to, though.

I'll let you know what I find out.

Post by **elwesso** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 8:30 am

Did you take any measurements????

Post by **QE86** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 9:13 am

I would love to know if a R32 suspension will work in a Q too....I have heard someone in LA used a R32 coilovers on a G50 Q45 but I dont know how hard it was to fit it in.

It is much easier to source R32 suspension than Q45s

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 9:50 am

QE86 wrote:I would love to know if a R32 suspension will work in a Q too....I have heard someone in LA used a R32 coilovers on a G50 Q45 but I dont know how hard it was to fit it in.

It is much easier to source R32 suspension than Q45s

I agree. If you go to this place in Gardena called RRR they have two sets of OEM R32 GT-R struts/springs and two sets of aftermarket (NISMO and JIC).

Post by **QE86** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:17 am

Haha Robert I know in the first post which suspension(s) u are talking about. I got my rims over there and I go there almost every week or at least every other week.

If the R32 suspension swap are possible I will def get a set of decent coilovers from them.

Post by **elwesso** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:27 am

They should bolt in but its just a matter of length. We all know that adjustable coilovers in a Z32 will go into a Q45... I think the only iffy thing in the rear is you have to use the Q45 shock mount as they are apparantly different..

Maybe Mark will post up and let us know.

HOw much would a setof aftermarket shocks from a R32 go for??

Post by **QE86** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:30 am

Hey Wes,

Once we are all sure that R32 coilovers will go fine with Q45 without major mods I will consult with the shop down here and see what kind of offers they can give us for used ones (Maybe a group buy or something like that if we have enough orders here in NICO).

Right now in their shop they only have 2 set of Springs + Shocks combo (one is from Nismo) I forgot the pricing but should be under the $500.00 range

Post by **elwesso** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:34 am

I will have some of our other people that know a lot about this stuff see what they think....

Post by **zinkie13** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:52 am

Are there any other vehicles that have a similar set up to the Y33 that would bolt on?

Post by **QE86** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 11:25 am

Y33 should be more common to found in Japan since they cover a few models.....

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 4:32 pm

Isn't Y33 basically the same as a 240sx? Is the front suspension A-arm or strut?

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 4:35 pm

QE86 wrote:Haha Robert I know in the first post which suspension(s) u are talking about. I got my rims over there and I go there almost every week or at least every other week.

If the R32 suspension swap are possible I will def get a set of decent coilovers from them.

Me too! Better keep it secret

They have SICK wheels, all kinds of crazy JDM stuff. I thought some of the prices were high for used wheels, but I'm cheap that way.

Website · Post by **s13sr20chris** » Wed Aug 03, 2005 4:58 pm

i have messed with r32 front suspension before and i have to say that at that price i would snap them up and try it out.

Post by **QE86** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 7:02 am

s13sr20chris wrote:i have messed with r32 front suspension before and i have to say that at that price i would snap them up and try it out.

Well I would love to try them out but the problem is the lack of tools + most importantly, the skills/experience to make me want to mess with that.....

Anyone willing to help/trial and error around LA county??

Post by **Nismo_Freak** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 1:41 pm

R32 suspension fits Z32's.

The difference is the upper mount needs to be modified to fit the Z32. The GTR's have round mounts and the Z32 is more ovaloid.

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 3:06 pm

Nismo_Freak wrote:R32 suspension fits Z32's.

The difference is the upper mount needs to be modified to fit the Z32. The GTR's have round mounts and the Z32 is more ovaloid.

Thanks for the info. The Q uses the round mounts so the R32 stuff might just bolt in. I assume you're talking about the fronts, right?

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 3:56 pm

RobertsnewQ wrote:Thanks for the info. The Q uses the round mounts so the R32 stuff might just bolt in. I assume you're talking about the fronts, right?

Thats what I was thinking too.... He's talking about the R32s...

Im going to try and get a set.....

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 4:04 pm

w00t its time to postwhore...

I have the R32 GT-R FSM..... So ill post the front and rear suspension diagrams for the Q45 and the GT-R

R32 Front suspension

Click on the link where it lists the file name to enlarge!!

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 4:04 pm

R32 rear suspension

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 4:04 pm

Q45 front suspension

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 4:05 pm

Q45 Rear suspension

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 5:30 pm

Wes - If you saw what I did you would think they were identical. Same mounts. There are two things I worry about:

1. R32s are known for wearing out shocks (like the Q) so any stock ones (even GT-R) are likely blown.

2. The installed height of the springs might be different (like Z32) and give you a funky ride height at one end or the other. It would suck to have an ***-dragger (well, unless you're into the '64 Impala look).

Coilovers would be the best bet. Or maybe a set of R32 stock springs with new struts.

Can you post the last page of the Front and Rear suspension section of the R32 manual? You know the one that gives specs for the spring wire diameter, OD and length?

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 5:31 pm

Id like to find some coilovers... Find something that will adjust say +2in and -4in above/below stock ride height

I dont know how adjustabel they normally are.....?

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 5:34 pm

elwesso wrote:Id like to find some coilovers... Find something that will adjust say +2in and -4in above/below stock ride height

I dont know how adjustabel they normally are.....?

Usually +/- 2 inches at the springs, so around 4-5 inches at the wheel, but it depends on a lot of variables including spring rate, preload and the car's corner weight.

Check my edits above - can you post those pages for the R32?

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 5:40 pm

Ask and ye shall recieve!

Front suspension SDS

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 5:41 pm

Rear suspension SDS

Post by **RobertsnewQ** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 6:09 pm

So the front spring is stiffer and 1" shorter while the rear is stiffer and 3" shorter...

Probably would turn out the way I figured with a saggy ***, unless the strut is taller to compensate. Hmmm...

R32 rear spring is damn stiff, though, so maybe the shortness won't matter so much if the installed height is similar.

I'll have to go back on Monday with my measuring tape, but I'm thinking that for a simple spring-type install I should probably just look for a set of eibachs.

Post by **zinkie13** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 9:26 pm

Did someone say the Y33 suspension was similar to the 240sx. Anyone know that for a fact? or if anything will bolt on to the y33. I'm not a huge fan of spending a billion dollars on importing stuff made specifically for my car.

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