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Tyler_240 · 04-05-2017, 09:06 AM

Can s13 springs be used on Z32 struts in the rear? I understand the strut mounts are different, but I was wondering if I could simply swap my S13 springs over to the Z32 strut, or if there was a significant problem with doing this?

I looked on the Tein website and there are 2 different p\n's, so I am assuming the answer is going to be "No" and that I have to use Z32 springs, but just thought I'd ask

Z32 and S13 shocks are identical save for the lower mount design. S13 uses the ball type, Z32 uses a fork type. The S13 springs and all hardware can be swapped right over to the Z32 shock. credit: projectRDM

Maxstyle · 04-05-2017, 10:44 AM

This is only recommended when you are doing coilovers. Not so much strut and spring combo.

s13rhdhatch · 04-05-2017, 12:20 PM

I have z32 uprights cheap.

Maxstyle · 04-05-2017, 12:27 PM

If they are cheap it's because someone may not want to go through the additional expenses of making them work. You will need coilovers with different lower rear bracket that converts from Eye-bolt type to Fork type. Shocks will not be worth the effort. The savings is not there.

Tyler_240 · 04-05-2017, 03:21 PM

I already have the z32 uprighst and i have the correct z32 strut. I was asking if i could use an s13 spring on this. I have to buy 4x springs if not, ita not a big deal but it is 160ish. I have brand new s13 springs. Thanks again

p00t · 04-06-2017, 06:32 PM

http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=147964

gaz_moose · 04-07-2017, 08:35 AM

i would guess that z32 springs would be stiffer than s13 springs.

greenwood · 04-07-2017, 08:50 AM

I have z32 lowering springs, pm sent.

Tyler_240 · 04-07-2017, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by p00t

http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=147964

Thank you!

Z32 and S13 shocks are identical save for the lower mount design. S13 uses the ball type, Z32 uses a fork type. The S13 springs and all hardware can be swapped right over to the Z32 shock.

Tyler_240 · 04-07-2017, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by p00t

http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=147964

Thank you!

Z32 and S13 shocks are identical save for the lower mount design. S13 uses the ball type, Z32 uses a fork type. The S13 springs and all hardware can be swapped right over to the Z32 shock. credit: projectRDM

04-05-2017, 09:06 AM	#1
Tyler_240 Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gainesville, FL Posts: 239 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Z32 upright\struts on S13 Chassis Can s13 springs be used on Z32 struts in the rear? I understand the strut mounts are different, but I was wondering if I could simply swap my S13 springs over to the Z32 strut, or if there was a significant problem with doing this? I looked on the Tein website and there are 2 different p\n's, so I am assuming the answer is going to be "No" and that I have to use Z32 springs, but just thought I'd ask Z32 and S13 shocks are identical save for the lower mount design. S13 uses the ball type, Z32 uses a fork type. The S13 springs and all hardware can be swapped right over to the Z32 shock. credit: projectRDM __________________ S13 SR20DET 12.9 ET @ 111 MPH Last edited by Tyler_240; 04-07-2017 at 08:54 PM..

04-05-2017, 03:21 PM	#5
Tyler_240 Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gainesville, FL Posts: 239 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	I already have the z32 uprighst and i have the correct z32 strut. I was asking if i could use an s13 spring on this. I have to buy 4x springs if not, ita not a big deal but it is 160ish. I have brand new s13 springs. Thanks again __________________ S13 SR20DET 12.9 ET @ 111 MPH

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p00t Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: mi, usa Posts: 71 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=147964 __________________ Current Crazy: KA with SR56 and meth injection for HDPE and steet duty

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04-05-2017, 10:44 AM	#2
Maxstyle Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Westminster (SoCal) Posts: 1,047 Trader Rating: (12) Rides Gallery: Maxstyle Feedback Score: 12 reviews	This is only recommended when you are doing coilovers. Not so much strut and spring combo.

04-05-2017, 12:20 PM	#3
s13rhdhatch Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Age: 32 Posts: 1,138 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	I have z32 uprights cheap.

04-05-2017, 12:27 PM	#4
Maxstyle Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Westminster (SoCal) Posts: 1,047 Trader Rating: (12) Rides Gallery: Maxstyle Feedback Score: 12 reviews	If they are cheap it's because someone may not want to go through the additional expenses of making them work. You will need coilovers with different lower rear bracket that converts from Eye-bolt type to Fork type. Shocks will not be worth the effort. The savings is not there.

04-07-2017, 08:35 AM	#7
gaz_moose Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: engerland Posts: 242 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i would guess that z32 springs would be stiffer than s13 springs.

04-07-2017, 08:50 AM	#8
greenwood Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2011 Location: nc Posts: 618 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	I have z32 lowering springs, pm sent.