GS AWD (lowered suspension data)
05-11-10, 08:30 AM
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I came across this thread, which seems kind of old...
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...r-and-d-3.html
Has there been any updates with this? I want to lower my vehicle and I am considering some NF210's or Fsport springs for my AWD
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...r-and-d-3.html
Has there been any updates with this? I want to lower my vehicle and I am considering some NF210's or Fsport springs for my AWD
05-15-10, 09:26 AM
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07 3GS AWD - Installed FSport springs almost a week ago, have some increased vibration at idle and in gear, and a small wobble during initial acceleration. Honestly had I not read this thread I likely wouldnt have picked up on it so easily, and its minor enough that it doesnt bother me. Love the drop and ride quality, pot holes are definitely more noticeable now but on the highway its very smooth and handles much better. Plus that monster truck gap is now gone, overall, very happy with the springs and hope I dont have too much gap when I put on staggered 20's in the next couple of weeks.
-Edit* The vibration and slight wobble were there on stock springs, vibration increased a bit after the springs, wobble increased very little to where I barely notice it. Keep in mind Im coming from a slammed Infiniti M that was off alignment and wobbled all over the place, plus before that an evo with a hardened motor mount on coilovers, so my perception of it is much more forgiving.
-Edit* The vibration and slight wobble were there on stock springs, vibration increased a bit after the springs, wobble increased very little to where I barely notice it. Keep in mind Im coming from a slammed Infiniti M that was off alignment and wobbled all over the place, plus before that an evo with a hardened motor mount on coilovers, so my perception of it is much more forgiving.
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05-18-10, 08:18 AM
#168
so on my never ending quest to find a solution to this, i took my problems to the wrx/sti forums since they are also awd people. i think i may have stumbled apon something that may help us.
as i continue my research i will keep everyone informed.
Over on S2ki people have vibration issues with the S2000.
The car's suspension is highly tuned so lowering the car over ~1 inch may cause a friction point between the inside of the CV bucket and roller bearings.
Driveshaft spacers solve this.
The car's suspension is highly tuned so lowering the car over ~1 inch may cause a friction point between the inside of the CV bucket and roller bearings.
Driveshaft spacers solve this.
05-19-10, 09:51 AM
#176
thanks!!!!
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mmkay. just finished reading the link that 187 provided. very informative, as were the links that were provided from the s2k thread. this led me to call my mechanic, to see what he thought of the idea that wear placement in the cv bucket could have more to do with our vibrations than the acutal axle angle, given how placement would change with lowering. he agreed that this could definitely be the cause.
now, i will be changing my cv boots sometime 'soon' as they have been leaking for 30k or so. he explained to me, given labor costs for the job (3hours or so), he recommended just changing out the whole axle assembly (cv basket, boot, and axle [hour or so]) as a more cost effective solution given i wanted new cv baskets as well. a rough quote of 'less than $600' was given. i probably will have a friend who is an ASC certified master toyota mech do this on the side to save a bit of $$. if we were to get the spacers, it seems like costs will be between 150 and 200 plus installation. for an extra hundred or two, i get new axles, boots, and baskets. seems like the way to go for my particular situation. just figured i would put it out there for those that may be in a similar situation regarding leaking boots. any thoughts to this being a viable solution? thanks
[edit]
mmkay. just finished reading the link that 187 provided. very informative, as were the links that were provided from the s2k thread. this led me to call my mechanic, to see what he thought of the idea that wear placement in the cv bucket could have more to do with our vibrations than the acutal axle angle, given how placement would change with lowering. he agreed that this could definitely be the cause.
now, i will be changing my cv boots sometime 'soon' as they have been leaking for 30k or so. he explained to me, given labor costs for the job (3hours or so), he recommended just changing out the whole axle assembly (cv basket, boot, and axle [hour or so]) as a more cost effective solution given i wanted new cv baskets as well. a rough quote of 'less than $600' was given. i probably will have a friend who is an ASC certified master toyota mech do this on the side to save a bit of $$. if we were to get the spacers, it seems like costs will be between 150 and 200 plus installation. for an extra hundred or two, i get new axles, boots, and baskets. seems like the way to go for my particular situation. just figured i would put it out there for those that may be in a similar situation regarding leaking boots. any thoughts to this being a viable solution? thanks
Last edited by ryan78; 05-19-10 at 10:49 AM.
05-19-10, 11:39 AM
#177
for lowering springs i see that as a solution since the "spyder" would retain in the same spot. obviously as you raise and lower the car, the positioning of the spyder changes. I think new cv axles will fix the problem if you leave the car at one height and never touch it again. If you raise or lower the car after putting in the new axles, you will eventually end up with the problem again imo.
05-19-10, 12:39 PM
#178
agreed, any change in the suspension once the 'break in wear' has happened will result in the same issue. again, since in my case the recommendation is to replace the whole axle assembly instead of just the leaking cv boot from a cost standpoint, it's a win win situation for me. may not be the case for others. just glad you found that thread! 600 bones to have a vibration free car would be well worth it imo. i think the ride on the BC's will be quite nice with the vibrations eliminated.