The Low Down: On Lowering Springs Y34

[ClutchKick]

Ok we are on.

$249 SHIPPED.

TEIN is actually having a price increase May 1st so I have to get the order in today to get this price.

Please email me at [email protected]

[THT]

Ok we are on.

$249 SHIPPED.

TEIN is actually having a price increase May 1st so I have to get the order in today to get this price.

Please email me at [email protected]

Email sent.

[LaCapitalRue]

Email sent.

[LaCapitalRue]

I am in. What's typical installation charge? How much time/labor?

I'd like my Independent Acura mechanic to handle. Can any mechanic handle?

[Manok]

email sent. Let me know about payment and such.

[ClutchKick]

Installation could be done your self in a driveway on jack stands.

It is really unbolt and bolt on.

For those with higher mileage (id say 60K and higher). I would advise on replacing the dampers at this time since it would save you some work. As well as changing brake pads / rotors as well if you are getting close. Since you are essentially removing the complete front strut assembly along with unbolting the caliper / removing rotor.

Any mechanic can perform the installation.

All emails so far have been replied to.

[Manok]

Installation could be done your self in a driveway on jack stands.

It is really unbolt and bolt on.

For those with higher mileage (id say 60K and higher). I would advise on replacing the dampers at this time since it would save you some work. As well as changing brake pads / rotors as well if you are getting close. Since you are essentially removing the complete front strut assembly along with unbolting the caliper / removing rotor.

Any mechanic can perform the installation.

All emails so far have been replied to.

payment sent, oh and no dice on bilstein. I'm gonna call and see if they can custom build, but I doubt that will be possible.

What do the japanese use for shocks? There must be a nice set we can import.

[ClutchKick]

not sure what they use besides OE... It would be harder to import those since gas filled etc.. but, I can look into it.

I can offer OEM replacements if desired as well as any other OEM parts for the Y34 and can combine shipping if the part can fit SAFELY in with the springs.

Some models have changeable cartridges, like in the G20 and older Q's, but unfortunately, it is not serviceable / changeable in the Y34 and pretty much all newer NISSAN / INFINITI vehicles.

The price of the OE parts is not too bad...

[Manok]

not sure what they use besides OE... It would be harder to import those since gas filled etc.. but, I can look into it.

I can offer OEM replacements if desired as well as any other OEM parts for the Y34 and can combine shipping if the part can fit SAFELY in with the springs.

Some models have changeable cartridges, like in the G20 and older Q's, but unfortunately, it is not serviceable / changeable in the Y34 and pretty much all newer NISSAN / INFINITI vehicles.

The price of the OE parts is not too bad...

send me a price quote if you would.

[hrdboiled]

I am in. What's typical installation charge? How much time/labor?

I'd like my Independent Acura mechanic to handle. Can any mechanic handle?

I had my springs replaced a week ago w/ tein s techs. took it to local shop- edo performance in huntington beach. They mainly work on subaru and g35's. They originally told me 2 hours to swap. It turned out to be a 5 hourjob.

They were very thorough and did an awesome job, but said swapping the fronts were complicated. The rears were easy, but the whole front assembly is 1 piece. They had to unbolt the whole assembly,swap the springs while it is out of the car, shaved something down (I don't know what), then put it back in.

He was very impressed w/ the build quality of the infiniti, and stated now he knew why infiniti's are so solid. He also stated that this was the most difficult swap they've done. Granted this was the first y34 swap he's done, but all these guys do are aftermarket installs.

Overall, I was extremely satisfied w/ edoperformance. They originally quoted me $225, but due to difficult install ended up being $285. They loved the car and took some pics of install. I will take pics once springs have settled.


Modified by hrdboiled at 9:40 PM 4/30/2008

[ClutchKick]

Weird... there is nothing to shave,

The fronts, you have to unbolt the whole strut assembly (lower control arm, sway bar end link, outer tie rod) unbolt the caliper and hang it on the body somewhere, pull off rotor.

Here is the nasty part, if you are going to change your front struts, you will also have to get a new hub and bearing assembly... You do not want to pull the old one off and re-use it... Usually when bearings are pulled off and pushed back on, you run a high risk of a whirling worn bearing noise / excessive play.

rear is cake though... just unbolt the lower control arm / lower spring seat (same arm) and pull it down...

the front will end up looking like this once you pull it out...

[CakeDaddy]

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rear is cake though... just unbolt the lower control arm / lower spring seat (same arm) and pull it down...

Yes, the rears are “cake” I came close to taking my rears out and received an education from a couple of sources The entire rear job shouldn’t take more than 15 minutes once it’s on a lift. Personally, I would not recommend this job in a drive way on jacks. You will need some serious leverage and concrete and a hydro jacks may be dangerous. The inner bolt and nut nearest the wheel (Blue B) will be the only thing you’ll need to remove and like ClutchKick said, the seat will lower with some pressure.


Modified by CakeDaddy at 10:38 AM 5/1/2008

[jbillion]

Ok we are on.

$249 SHIPPED.

TEIN is actually having a price increase May 1st so I have to get the order in today to get this price.

Please email me at [email protected]

I watch this site like 10 times a day. I got busy yesterday and didn't log in till this morning. What is the price as of today?

[ClutchKick]

I have 2 more sets available at the $249 price.

I will know for sure tomorrow if the price did go up on these. For most of the TEIN catalog, the prices have gone up. But not sure on these since it is not in the standard US catalog.
Modified by ClutchKick at 11:50 PM 5/1/2008

[THT]

Funds sent earlier this morning

[ClutchKick]

The first 5 have been paid for.

The price did not increase on the springs so we are ok for the next ones.

So anyone else who would still like to purchase the springs let me know.

[THT]

The first 5 have been paid for.

The price did not increase on the springs so we are ok for the next ones.

So anyone else who would still like to purchase the springs let me know.

Do we need all ten orders for shipment or will they ship as they are paid for?

[ClutchKick]

The first 5 are on order since they are paid...

It takes generally 45 days for them to be imported...

The first 5 who have paid will have them shipped as soon as they arrive.

Of course, will keep the thread updated.

[THT]

The first 5 are on order since they are paid...

It takes generally 45 days for them to be imported...

The first 5 who have paid will have them shipped as soon as they arrive.

Of course, will keep the thread updated.

So with the TEINs, how much inner clearance remains in the front and back? Anyone?

[ClutchKick]

I responded to your email question...

you will not have any problems at all with your wheel set up you mailed me about.

[CakeDaddy]

So with the TEINs, how much inner clearance remains in the front and back? Anyone?

what tire size,rims size(s) and offset are you looking at? Staggered or not?

[Boon]

Hey Clutch I thought my name was on the list but it isn't. I have been out of town for a few weeks and would like a set of these. Are there any more available? If so if you would send me an email with your paypal addy and how much and I will shoot you a payment. Thanks............ Ryan

[THT]

what tire size,rims size(s) and offset are you looking at? Staggered or not?

255/40/18 on 18x8.5 +32 and 18x9 +38

Based on what worked for Jason, this should fit just fine.

[ClutchKick]

Hey Clutch I thought my name was on the list but it isn't. I have been out of town for a few weeks and would like a set of these. Are there any more available? If so if you would send me an email with your paypal addy and how much and I will shoot you a payment. Thanks............ Ryan

Hey there,

Yes there are still 4 sets available out of the 10 that are now on order...

[Boon]

Sounds good. I will send payment after I talk my wife into the fact that I need new springs. Hopefully goes smooth.

Does anyone know of any aftermarket struts/shocks that will work on the Y34? I would love to do this all at once. Please if anyone has an idea let me know. Thanks..............

[ClutchKick]

I just do not know of any aftermarket ones, especially for the front, since the front strut has to have the front wheel bearings pressed on...

INFINITI does not even sell re-fill cartridges (damper inserts) so you have to purchase a new front strut all together, and since you are removing that bearing that is pressed on / off.. you would be best to purchase a new front wheel bearing as well.

I do have all the OEM parts available as well for this vehicle and will offer the same forum prices I offered before... email me with any part requests...

[THT]

Any idea of where the first five are? Have they even made it state-side?

[ClutchKick]

Hoping for the next couple of weeks for them to be in my hands

[Boon]

Nevermind. Wife isnt going for it. Will have to catch the next order.
Modified by Boon at 11:14 AM 5/30/2008

[saeedakobiakov]

wow, after all that.

o.k. i take his for half price now.who do i make out the check to?

just joking, but seriuos.