Guest zerpie1 Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 I have a 74 260z with a SBC conversion. My problem is that my ground clearance is only 5 inches to the fram rails and about 2 1/2 inches from the exhaust. I've heard stories of people putting new struts and springs on their Z's thinking they will get a little drop and wind up getting extra lift over their old tired springs. So I guess my question is how much clearance should I have with stock suspension and would some performance suspension give me some extra clearance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here comes trouble Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 you may want to install adjustable coilover springs where you can adjust your rode height and ground clearance.. you may want to do some research on this site on coilovers. see this: http://www.modern-motorsports.com/catalog/default.php?cPath=24_36 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 When I installed the Nissan 'European spec' springs (15-17% stiffer) on my 280Z in place of the original stock springs the car lifted an inch. It now sits about 6" above the ground at the rails. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartman Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 The only way to get the ground clearance you want, is by going with adjustable coilovers. Don't skimp by getting some aftermarket springs that may or may not work for you. You may also want to consider making changes to your exhaust at some point; having your exhaust 2.5" below your frame rails is less than ideal. I would suggest getting adjustable's and increasing your ride height until you can do something with your exhaust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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