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*TheRealSy90* · 01-10-2012, 08:53 AM

Figured i would ask this here since Terry is usually in here.

I've been running the 500 series for over a year now with 12k front and 10k rear FA springs. I've removed all the locking collars on the rear coils and have the mount touching the spring perch with the recommended preload on the spring. I still want the rear a bit lower though. Are the 10k Swift springs shorter than the FA springs? Is there any way I can trade in my springs with cash on top for those, or how much would a pair of 10k Swifts be?

It's too bad that your 10k and 12k springs are longer than the springs they normally come with :/

*TheRealSy90* · 01-10-2012, 08:54 AM

Figured i would ask this here since Terry is usually in here.

I've been running the 500 series for over a year now with 12k front and 10k rear FA springs. I've removed all the locking collars on the rear coils and have the mount touching the spring perch with the recommended preload on the spring. I still want the rear a bit lower though. Are the 10k Swift springs shorter than the FA springs? Is there any way I can trade in my springs with cash on top for those, or how much would a pair of 10k Swifts be?

It's too bad that your 10k and 12k springs are longer than the springs they normally come with :/

[email protected] · 01-10-2012, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRealSy90

Figured i would ask this here since Terry is usually in here.

I've been running the 500 series for over a year now with 12k front and 10k rear FA springs. I've removed all the locking collars on the rear coils and have the mount touching the spring perch with the recommended preload on the spring. I still want the rear a bit lower though. Are the 10k Swift springs shorter than the FA springs? Is there any way I can trade in my springs with cash on top for those, or how much would a pair of 10k Swifts be?

It's too bad that your 10k and 12k springs are longer than the springs they normally come with :/

You want to preload your front springs 1/4 inch
The swift springs are available in 6/7 and 8 inch heights. You can go real low with the swifts.

Sorry we can not take your springs as trade in

Swift springs are $300 for a set of 4 or $159 for a pair of 2

[email protected] · 01-10-2012, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leetfade

Wasn't asking about the price, I was asking about the release date! :-P

Oh! We are hoping mid February!

godrifttoday · 01-10-2012, 10:00 PM

where are u DEF , lets evaluate these graphs!

*TheRealSy90* · 01-11-2012, 10:14 AM

So just to verify, 1/4" preload on the front 12k springs? How about the rear 10k's? Right now i have them just to where the spring doesn't freely spin when the coil is off the car.

overb0ost · 01-11-2012, 02:43 PM

I'd love someone to give their opinion on these graphs as opposed to other popular coilovers such as Stance and BC

Yellow4g63 · 01-11-2012, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by [email protected]

You want to preload your front springs 1/4 inch
The swift springs are available in 6/7 and 8 inch heights. You can go real low with the swifts.

Sorry we can not take your springs as trade in

Swift springs are $300 for a set of 4 or $159 for a pair of 2

Would it be better to just buy the 510's vs the 500's if you wanted the sprint springs for the 500's? for street driving btw.

godrifttoday · 01-11-2012, 02:52 PM

According to the advertiser it's not worth the extra cash, just get the 500 with swift

Yellow4g63 · 01-11-2012, 06:40 PM

Ok I thought the 510's came with the sprint springs vs the 500's. I last looked it was $1474 for the 500 with sprint springs and $1499 for the 510's.

godrifttoday · 01-12-2012, 01:02 PM

If not mistaken 510 don't come with swift springs, hey pm me what advertisers u got the quote I got 1500 with swift and helpers

turbo2nr · 01-12-2012, 01:37 PM

yes the 510's dont come with swift springs its extra. and the new 510s are totally revamped from the one listed on the web site. From what terry said it will have alot more low speed feedback and better response to diver input.. Expect a full review once i get mine in!

unreal- · 01-12-2012, 03:22 PM

Im running ERS springs on my fortunes. Very good match. Got the 9.8kg. Waiting for spring so i can get matching ERS springs in the rear. Car is a lot more composed.

Yellow4g63 · 01-12-2012, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by godrifttoday

If not mistaken 510 don't come with swift springs, hey pm me what advertisers u got the quote I got 1500 with swift and helpers

The $1500 was from importimageracing but I thought they came with the sprint springs. Didn't add them on the webpage. I

myself.

C. Anderson · 01-12-2012, 05:51 PM

They are Swift springs not sprint springs.

[email protected] · 01-20-2012, 07:41 AM

I met Terry at AMS Maryland like 2 months ago when he was picking up an old Mercedes in his trailer. He knows his shit. Was super excited to talk about the new products to be released. Stressing customer service and the fact they use the same parts on race cars is why they have been making a name for themselves. 3 friends have them on their 240's and love them. 2 of them had Stance coilovers before too. Can't wait to get these on my car. By the way, the Swift springs upgrade is a must!!! Car is on rails with those springs. Sounds like a lot but it's like getting extra cheese and bacon on your Whopper and every loves bacon.

indytrucks · 01-23-2012, 04:32 PM

You all are missing the most important question. What color are the new 510's?!?! Lol.

[email protected] · 01-27-2012, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indytrucks

You all are missing the most important question. What color are the new 510's?!?! Lol.

Ask and you shall receive!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ::Pedobear::

I met Terry at AMS Maryland like 2 months ago when he was picking up an old Mercedes in his trailer. He knows his shit. Was super excited to talk about the new products to be released. Stressing customer service and the fact they use the same parts on race cars is why they have been making a name for themselves. 3 friends have them on their 240's and love them. 2 of them had Stance coilovers before too. Can't wait to get these on my car. By the way, the Swift springs upgrade is a must!!! Car is on rails with those springs. Sounds like a lot but it's like getting extra cheese and bacon on your Whopper and every loves bacon.

Thanks for the kind words man

I got that Mercedes finally running btw lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbo2nr

yes the 510's dont come with swift springs its extra. and the new 510s are totally revamped from the one listed on the web site. From what terry said it will have alot more low speed feedback and better response to diver input.. Expect a full review once i get mine in!

Correct! Btw we are almost finished building your shocks

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yellow4g63

Would it be better to just buy the 510's vs the 500's if you wanted the sprint springs for the 500's? for street driving btw.

If you can afford the Swift springs, they are HIGHLY recommended.

Quote:

Originally Posted by overb0ost

I'd love someone to give their opinion on these graphs as opposed to other popular coilovers such as Stance and BC

We are so confident in our new 510 series, a more valid comparison would be to more high end shocks like Penske, Ohlins and Moton.
The new 510's outclass and out perform pretty much anything from Asia that is in the $1000-$3000 range.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRealSy90

So just to verify, 1/4" preload on the front 12k springs? How about the rear 10k's? Right now i have them just to where the spring doesn't freely spin when the coil is off the car.

That should be fine. The rears should barely be preloaded

godrifttoday · 01-31-2012, 01:06 PM

would these come with extended brackets for the front?

turbo2nr · 02-02-2012, 04:56 PM

I love suprises! Thanks terry and fortune auto. Full review coming soon.

Coilvers look feel super awesome can't wait to get them on the car!

Yellow4g63 · 02-02-2012, 05:14 PM

Baller went with the swift springs I see.

95KA-Turbo · 02-02-2012, 06:05 PM

The swifts are 100% worth the cost, they completely transforms the coils.

overb0ost · 02-02-2012, 06:44 PM

Someone put these new 510 v2 on and write up a nice review!

I'd like to see how they do compared to other higher class brands such as KWv3s, Zeal, Ohlins etc since Fortune Auto seems to be that confident in them.

turbo2nr · 02-02-2012, 07:22 PM

Write up coming soon , can't wait to see how they compare to other coilovers

overb0ost · 02-02-2012, 07:30 PM

it's good that you're in NYC too, you can see how they perform in cold weather.

cole d · 02-02-2012, 11:17 PM

Where did you purchase your swift springs? Does the 510v3 come with the swift springs or is that extra?

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbo2nr

Write up coming soon , can't wait to see how they compare to other coilovers

indytrucks · 02-03-2012, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cole d

Where did you purchase your swift springs? Does the 510v3 come with the swift springs or is that extra?

I would assume he got them from Fortune. They are extra but from what everyone says, they might as well come standard since anything less is not nearly as good.

Leetfade · 02-03-2012, 07:28 AM

Yes Fortune Auto offers a Swift spring upgrade option. To give you an idea we sell the upgrade at $350 which is MAP. Very worthwhile upgrade in my opinion.

Yellow4g63 · 02-03-2012, 07:42 AM

$375 from importimageracing.com for the swift upgrade.

[email protected] · 02-03-2012, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cole d

Where did you purchase your swift springs? Does the 510v3 come with the swift springs or is that extra?

Yes its an upgrade we offer:
More details can be found here
http://www.fortune-auto.net/fortune5...escoilover.htm

Quote:

Originally Posted by overb0ost

it's good that you're in NYC too, you can see how they perform in cold weather.

The 510's use Amsoil Synthetic shock oil so they should fair very well in freezing temps

Quote:

Originally Posted by overb0ost

Someone put these new 510 v2 on and write up a nice review!

I'd like to see how they do compared to other higher class brands such as KWv3s, Zeal, Ohlins etc since Fortune Auto seems to be that confident in them.

01-10-2012, 10:00 PM	#305
godrifttoday Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: los angeles Age: 37 Posts: 3,120 Trader Rating: (82) Feedback Score: 82 reviews	where are u DEF , lets evaluate these graphs! __________________ NEED Bolt kits for your car?

01-11-2012, 02:52 PM	#309
godrifttoday Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: los angeles Age: 37 Posts: 3,120 Trader Rating: (82) Feedback Score: 82 reviews	According to the advertiser it's not worth the extra cash, just get the 500 with swift __________________ NEED Bolt kits for your car?

01-11-2012, 06:40 PM	#310
Yellow4g63 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Socal Posts: 1,451 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Ok I thought the 510's came with the sprint springs vs the 500's. I last looked it was $1474 for the 500 with sprint springs and $1499 for the 510's. __________________ 95 240sx RB20 415whp 91 Nx2000 VVL yo

01-12-2012, 01:02 PM	#311
godrifttoday Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: los angeles Age: 37 Posts: 3,120 Trader Rating: (82) Feedback Score: 82 reviews	If not mistaken 510 don't come with swift springs, hey pm me what advertisers u got the quote I got 1500 with swift and helpers __________________ NEED Bolt kits for your car?

01-12-2012, 01:37 PM	#312
turbo2nr Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: queens NYC Age: 35 Posts: 2,560 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	yes the 510's dont come with swift springs its extra. and the new 510s are totally revamped from the one listed on the web site. From what terry said it will have alot more low speed feedback and better response to diver input.. Expect a full review once i get mine in! __________________ s14 kouki ka-t

01-11-2012, 02:43 PM	#307
overb0ost Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: OH Posts: 393 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'd love someone to give their opinion on these graphs as opposed to other popular coilovers such as Stance and BC

01-12-2012, 03:22 PM	#313
unreal- Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Central NJ Posts: 516 Trader Rating: (16) Feedback Score: 16 reviews	Im running ERS springs on my fortunes. Very good match. Got the 9.8kg. Waiting for spring so i can get matching ERS springs in the rear. Car is a lot more composed.

01-12-2012, 05:51 PM	#315
C. Anderson Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 753 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	They are Swift springs not sprint springs.

01-20-2012, 07:41 AM	#316
[email protected] Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA Age: 36 Posts: 1,864 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	I met Terry at AMS Maryland like 2 months ago when he was picking up an old Mercedes in his trailer. He knows his shit. Was super excited to talk about the new products to be released. Stressing customer service and the fact they use the same parts on race cars is why they have been making a name for themselves. 3 friends have them on their 240's and love them. 2 of them had Stance coilovers before too. Can't wait to get these on my car. By the way, the Swift springs upgrade is a must!!! Car is on rails with those springs. Sounds like a lot but it's like getting extra cheese and bacon on your Whopper and every loves bacon.

01-23-2012, 04:32 PM	#317
indytrucks Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Yokosuka, Japan. Age: 40 Posts: 96 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	You all are missing the most important question. What color are the new 510's?!?! Lol.

01-31-2012, 01:06 PM	#319
godrifttoday Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: los angeles Age: 37 Posts: 3,120 Trader Rating: (82) Feedback Score: 82 reviews	would these come with extended brackets for the front? __________________ NEED Bolt kits for your car?

02-02-2012, 04:56 PM	#320
turbo2nr Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: queens NYC Age: 35 Posts: 2,560 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I love suprises! Thanks terry and fortune auto. Full review coming soon. Coilvers look feel super awesome can't wait to get them on the car! __________________ s14 kouki ka-t

02-02-2012, 05:14 PM	#321
Yellow4g63 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Socal Posts: 1,451 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Baller went with the swift springs I see. __________________ 95 240sx RB20 415whp 91 Nx2000 VVL yo

02-02-2012, 06:05 PM	#322
95KA-Turbo Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: LA Age: 36 Posts: 3,402 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	The swifts are 100% worth the cost, they completely transforms the coils. __________________ Instagram - SJKnoop

02-02-2012, 06:44 PM	#323
overb0ost Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: OH Posts: 393 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Someone put these new 510 v2 on and write up a nice review! I'd like to see how they do compared to other higher class brands such as KWv3s, Zeal, Ohlins etc since Fortune Auto seems to be that confident in them.

02-02-2012, 07:22 PM	#324
turbo2nr Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: queens NYC Age: 35 Posts: 2,560 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Write up coming soon , can't wait to see how they compare to other coilovers __________________ s14 kouki ka-t

02-02-2012, 07:30 PM	#325
overb0ost Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: OH Posts: 393 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	it's good that you're in NYC too, you can see how they perform in cold weather.

02-03-2012, 07:28 AM	#328
Leetfade Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Northern Kentucky Posts: 174 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Yes Fortune Auto offers a Swift spring upgrade option. To give you an idea we sell the upgrade at $350 which is MAP. Very worthwhile upgrade in my opinion. __________________ http://www.EnduranceMotorsports.net

02-03-2012, 07:42 AM	#329
Yellow4g63 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Socal Posts: 1,451 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	$375 from importimageracing.com for the swift upgrade. __________________ 95 240sx RB20 415whp 91 Nx2000 VVL yo

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