Miles Posted August 1, 2002 Share Posted August 1, 2002 How do you remove the old shocks in a 72 240Z? Do they screw out with a pipe wrench? Do the struts have to be completely removed from the car? Also, what is a good source for springs? We are looking for 150 lb spring rate front and 175 lb spring rate rear and not more than a one inch drop. The car has a 350 sbc. Thanks Miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike C Posted August 1, 2002 Share Posted August 1, 2002 You have to remove the entire assembly. Then use a spring compressor to compress springs and remove the retainer nut on the strut bearing. After the spring is off, remove the big nut and pull the cartridge out. I have Suspension Techniques springs I got from Summit for about $100. I have KYB struts but don't recommed them. I'd try the cheap Tokicos, but the Tokico Illumina adjustables are the correct way to go, but $175 each!!!! If you want big tires in the back, might as well do coilovers now and get it over with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted August 2, 2002 Author Share Posted August 2, 2002 Mike What spring rates are you using front and back? Thanks Miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QWKDTSN Posted August 2, 2002 Share Posted August 2, 2002 I think I got my Illuminas for $109 from Dave Turner Motorsports.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted August 3, 2002 Author Share Posted August 3, 2002 I was just looking at the Arizona Z Car website. they sell a set of 240Z springs 180 LB/in. front and 200 LB/in. rear for abot $160.00. Has anybody tried Arizona Z Car for parts or bought their spring kits? Thanks Miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike C Posted August 3, 2002 Share Posted August 3, 2002 I just bought the Suspension Techniques spring kit for a 240. I don't know the exact rate, but if you call Summit, they can probably help you out. They lowered my car the perfect amount IMO. I do have 25" tall tires which is a heck of a lot better than 24" combo I had before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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