NF210's on a 460? Why not.
04-05-11, 12:06 PM
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NF210's on a 460? Why not.
At the risk of getting flamed << i'm sure I will. I'd like to post a specific question.
1st off, I had a 2006 GS430 lowered on nf210's and I loved it. The ride was great, stance... everything. I got tons of compliments on my car. I ended up totalling it a little over a year ago and was heartbroken.
I do alot of driving and decided to replace it with a more fuel efficient ride. I purchased a 2010 BMW 335d and was never as happy as I was with my Lex. Not even a comparison and now am going to purchase a used...probably a 2008 GS460 , dunno...I just like the V-8.
I have looked for the 210's and they dont seem to make for the 460. Has anyone tried these anyway and had success? I really want to keep a nice ride if possible. I have heard other springs mentioned, but my experience with the 210's was the best. I lowered my 335d on Eibach Pro kit and wasnt happy with the ride. It sat very low but wass obviously a different application.
Anyway, I would appreciate advice. Hopefully someone with a 460 that has had luck. I dont understand why they are fine for the 350, but not for the 460. I had electronic suspension on my 430?? and had no issues. From the limited amount of posts I have read it sounds like F-sport and the Eibachs are the same. Any other options out there for me. I love the GS, just hate the gap between the fender and wheel. I dont want coilovers, just want a decent 1" drop or so that maintains a close to OEM ride as possible.
I plan on using G spyder 18's for wheel with the possibilty of going to a 19 inch wheel.
Thanks in advance and look forward to be reunited w/ my favorite car of all time.
1st off, I had a 2006 GS430 lowered on nf210's and I loved it. The ride was great, stance... everything. I got tons of compliments on my car. I ended up totalling it a little over a year ago and was heartbroken.
I do alot of driving and decided to replace it with a more fuel efficient ride. I purchased a 2010 BMW 335d and was never as happy as I was with my Lex. Not even a comparison and now am going to purchase a used...probably a 2008 GS460 , dunno...I just like the V-8.
I have looked for the 210's and they dont seem to make for the 460. Has anyone tried these anyway and had success? I really want to keep a nice ride if possible. I have heard other springs mentioned, but my experience with the 210's was the best. I lowered my 335d on Eibach Pro kit and wasnt happy with the ride. It sat very low but wass obviously a different application.
Anyway, I would appreciate advice. Hopefully someone with a 460 that has had luck. I dont understand why they are fine for the 350, but not for the 460. I had electronic suspension on my 430?? and had no issues. From the limited amount of posts I have read it sounds like F-sport and the Eibachs are the same. Any other options out there for me. I love the GS, just hate the gap between the fender and wheel. I dont want coilovers, just want a decent 1" drop or so that maintains a close to OEM ride as possible.
I plan on using G spyder 18's for wheel with the possibilty of going to a 19 inch wheel.
Thanks in advance and look forward to be reunited w/ my favorite car of all time.
04-21-11, 12:18 AM
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You can install any spring you want, they are all the same for all GS models except the AWD models!
I have Eibach springs on my GS460, and these same springs will fit all 3GS 430, 450H, 350 and 300 RWD models!
The only reason manufacturers do not mention the GS460 is because they haven't test fitted them on a GS460. But I can assure you they will fit. Just like the axle back exhaust, they are all the same for all 3GS models although the manufacturers do not list the GS460 model on their application.
I have Eibach springs on my GS460, and these same springs will fit all 3GS 430, 450H, 350 and 300 RWD models!
The only reason manufacturers do not mention the GS460 is because they haven't test fitted them on a GS460. But I can assure you they will fit. Just like the axle back exhaust, they are all the same for all 3GS models although the manufacturers do not list the GS460 model on their application.
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04-25-11, 05:18 PM
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only difference is that the cars may sit differently with different size engines. i.e.: the same springs on a gs350 and 460 may sit a little lower on the 460 because of the extra weight on the springs.
05-04-11, 04:37 PM
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The drop is perfect on the GS460 w/ the NF210's. The ride feels exactlly like OEM just w/o the insane wheel gap. The ride might change when my 20" Vossen VVSCV2 arrive in the next couple weeks <<< hope not though.
Anyway, although Tanabe doesn't list the 460 it is a perfect match like others had said. Thanks.
Anyway, although Tanabe doesn't list the 460 it is a perfect match like others had said. Thanks.
06-02-11, 03:45 AM
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Coil-overs installed, the dealer rolled my fenders and is now currently re-painting the areas of the fenders due to extreme rolling ( I have 10mm spacers all around ). Once that is done, the car will be taken for alignment.
I should get the car back on Monday and will post my feedback on the BCR's.
I should get the car back on Monday and will post my feedback on the BCR's.
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