Parts Shop MAX ~ VIP spec coilovers

Parts Shop MAX got the production prototype parts in!  I know a lot of you have been following in the build thread and were looking forward to seeing these.  Originally I wanted to debut the new parts at the AF show, but the van is being painted right now slightly behind schedule so I could not make it.  

The Y33 VIP spec coilovers will feature the same performance as our Competition Coilover system, and the style is the same as our Pro coilovers which will debut around new year.  The pricing should be coming in slightly higher than the $1000 pricing on the Comp. coilover.   

We will get together with BrokeY33 to do final testing before releasing them in a couple of months. 

He has been running our S13 Competition Coilovers for some time now with many other parts converted or fabricated to make them work, so this dedicated bolt on Y33 specific application will be really nice for those who want to go really low without any extra hassles or expense. 

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nice. does this mean the parts for a bolt in s chassis setup would be available too (tophats)?

what's the difference? just y33 tophats front and s14 tophats rear? any chance of custom spring rates?

If it were possible, I believe its too expensive even with all used S13 components and a set of new top hats.  
The pillowball upper mounts are the most expensive part of the coilover system, so it would make more sense to get the complete coilover system new and skip all of the unneeded s13 conversion parts.


The difference is the uppers and also the front lower mount that welds on to the Original Y33 Spindle and accomodates the OEM sway bar, ABS wire and Brake line. 
Custom springs are no problem.

those are the prettiest coilovers I've ever seen.

Please make them for Lexus! I wish I could put them on my GS.

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;353821]those are the prettiest coilovers I've ever seen.[/QUOTE]
 ^^x2.  Definitely pretty.  I'm tuned in.  
 
I'm still curious as to how much the top hats would be.

i was under the impression that the guys in japan that run the s chassis setup do so for the additional camber as well as the ride height. any input on this?
 
either way, i'm sure everyone appreciates the effort for the community. they look great, and after talking to josh i'm sure they'll function as well as they appear.

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;353821]those are the prettiest coilovers I've ever seen.[/QUOTE]
Thanks, Parts Shop MAX USA and Japan both worked hard on the collaborative development of a beautiful copper and gold finish to distinguish the new coilovers from the standard yellow and orange found in the drift parts line. 
[QUOTE=chrispy;353823]Please make them for Lexus! I wish I could put them on my GS.[/QUOTE]
I'll do it.  I need a car in the San Diego Shop to do prototype work on.
[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;353825]i was under the impression that the guys in japan that run the s chassis setup do so for the additional camber as well as the ride height. any input on this?
 
either way, i'm sure everyone appreciates the effort for the community. they look great, and after talking to josh i'm sure they'll function as well as they appear.[/QUOTE]
because the Y33 front upper is sooo much bugger than the S13, we made the camber adjuster slots really long, so I think there is plenty of camber to be had with the new design.  We'll see how the actual camber degree compares once they are mounted.

Can i get custom sponsor for a camry!

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;353826]I'll do it.  I need a car in the San Diego Shop to do prototype work on.

[/QUOTE]

Wish you would've let me known sooner, I sold my extra GS about a month ago! I'm sure you can find another GS in San Diego to work on though.

I don't really seek out cars for development because historically if the demand exists the enthusiasts come to me with requests for a certain application over and over again until its ovbious to us that the demand out there makes the development a necessity.

I had a customer purchase our Lexus SC JZZ31 coilovers recently for a GS, I am not sure what he did to make it work, do you have any knowledge of similarities and differences? Im sure we can find out ourselves if we get the car in the shop.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;353818]The difference is the uppers and also the front lower mount that welds on to the Original Y33 Spindle and accomodates the OEM sway bar, ABS wire and Brake line. 
Custom springs are no problem.[/QUOTE]

got it -- i didn't catch that in the photos. is there any way to get s13 coilovers with the correct top hats?

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;353833]I don't really seek out cars for development because historically if the demand exists the enthusiasts come to me with requests for a certain application over and over again until its ovbious to us that the demand out there makes the development a necessity.

I had a customer purchase our Lexus SC JZZ31 coilovers recently for a GS, I am not sure what he did to make it work, do you have any knowledge of similarities and differences? Im sure we can find out ourselves if we get the car in the shop.[/QUOTE]

The JZZ3X coilovers bolt onto the JZS147 (1st gen GS) I believe, but the length of the shock might be different. The JZS16X front suspension is very similar to the front of the JZZ3X. The rears would need a smaller top hat and a different bottom mount. I think there's a market for short and stiff coilovers made for driving low for the Lexus owners too.

You know, it would be reaaaaaly easy to make the Y33 ones work with Y34's.... Fronts almost the exact same thing, rears are different though, springs and shocks are mounted independent of each other. And if you make it for Y34, it will just about fit F50 which fronts are again about the same as Y33, and F50 and Y34 rears are about the same.

Basically, Y33, Y34 and F50 fronts almost identical. Y34 and F50 rears almost identical.

r32 app could easily be adpater to g50. all ls apps are very similar so if you make one you basically have them all covered (ucf10-30 , not sure about 40).

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;353843]You know, it would be reaaaaaly easy to make the Y33 ones work with Y34's.... Fronts almost the exact same thing, rears are different though, springs and shocks are mounted independent of each other. And if you make it for Y34, it will just about fit F50 which fronts are again about the same as Y33, and F50 and Y34 rears are about the same.

Basically, Y33, Y34 and F50 fronts almost identical. Y34 and F50 rears almost identical.[/QUOTE]

The man is right. I think i may have just switched focus on this post

Dan and Martin over at Parts Shop Max got some good stuff and They are the only one that is developing stuff for the Nissan/Infiniti cars with good parts!  Good job Dan and Martin!!!

These are the prettiest coilovers I have seen too! 

What are the standard spring rates these will come with? 

Will we be able to buy the shock cartridge by itself if we blow them like you do for s chassis?

wow the spring looks so pretty. blanging gold!

[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;353808]nice. does this mean the parts for a bolt in s chassis setup would be available too (tophats)?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;353818]If it were possible, I believe its too expensive even with all used S13 components and a set of new top hats.  
The pillowball upper mounts are the most expensive part of the coilover system, so it would make more sense to get the complete coilover system new and skip all of the unneeded s13 conversion parts.


The difference is the uppers and also the front lower mount that welds on to the Original Y33 Spindle and accomodates the OEM sway bar, ABS wire and Brake line. 
Custom springs are no problem.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=cheez80;353840]got it -- i didn't catch that in the photos. is there any way to get s13 coilovers with the correct top hats?[/QUOTE]
so for those of us that have done the s13/s14 suspension swap, do the y33 top hats fit on the drift coilover body?
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i think i should get a discount on shipping from you not attending the meet on sunday, as i was planning on purchasing the ruca/toe combo for the s14 to save on shipping.

Simply Beautiful!! I would want to frame them instead of putting them on a car!!LOL 

Hope these get the Brokey33 approval!! Cant wait to see pix of them mounted! GOOD STUFF!!!

Now, If you can make one for Y34 M45, I will be all over it.

Thanks for the compliments guys!  The whole point of doing the y33 application is to give you guys what you want. 
So going with that theme if there is demand for a hybrid s13 y33 setup we will make it happen. 
If there are customers for the other Infiniti and Lexus cars we will make it happen, all you guys need to do is bring us rides for measuring sessions. 

We will make sure to support all VIP platforms with suspension that allows you to drive all day long with the same perfect fitment that some can only get while parked. 

The coilovers are already equipped to ride stiff and low with the 10/8 springs. Brokey33 has already experimented with our other spring rates on the front and back and eventually went back to 10/8 for the best ride quality while riding low.  

I agree with him because I drove his car.

New shocks will be available for $100 ea.

[QUOTE=AutofashionFred;353850]Dan and Martin over at Parts Shop Max got some good stuff and They are the only one that is developing stuff for the Nissan/Infiniti cars with good parts!  Good job Dan and Martin!!![/QUOTE]
Thanks Fred, sorry I missed your show. I'll drive across the street to see you soon = )
[QUOTE=ALEXTHESUS*PECT;353911]i should get a discount on shipping[/QUOTE]
No problem.

Talk about BLING BLING!!! I the VIP scheme!

[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;353847]r32 app could easily be adpater to g50. all ls apps are very similar so if you make one you basically have them all covered (ucf10-30 , not sure about 40).[/QUOTE]

BTW. R32 app is the same mod process as the Z32 to make them fit.

I wish you'll would've made these before I bought my setup.

Been lookin forward to these for a while now
 
Just made life easier for a bunch of Y33 owners. And looks like possibly the whole vip community as well hahaha congrats :biggthumpup:
 
Glad things worked out Dan, see ya soon

Tanuma Body, check PM.

these are beautiful!

god i hope you guys will soon have some for the UCF20 LS400! I would take some in a heartbeat!

Thanks brokey33

As mendoga has pointed out let's keep this discussion to developing products rather than buying stuff at least until MAX has something for VIP platforms released for sale and my status is upgraded to vender.

Maybe I missed it but just so I understand if you buy the Y33 coilovers you need to cut off your factory spindle and have someone weld it on?

[QUOTE=AME_VIP;354028]Maybe I missed it but just so I understand if you buy the Y33 coilovers you need to cut off your factory spindle and have someone weld it on?[/QUOTE]

yeah, unless you go baller status and get insurance group or jic (but there's a core charge with jic)

To be exact you cut the strut tube 43mm above the knuckle, and weld the front lower mount around its base to the knuckle and through the holes in the side of the front lower mount to the old strut tube, so its welded in 5 places on each side.

[QUOTE=cheez80;354030]yeah, unless you go baller status and get insurance group or jic (but there's a core charge with jic)[/QUOTE]

Too bad No more JIC =(

dope ish :biggthumpup:

Awesome.  Can't wait.  Guess my stock suspension blew at the right time.  Now the question is these or the megans . . . I'm sure there'll be a thread for that later.

damn i want some gold springs for my megans.

so bling so blang. looks good, wish i had a y33 to put them on.

So when these release they can be picked up locally in San Diego??=)

plans for making LS coilovers? :D

im down to bring my UCF20 down to SD for a bit ol.

they can be picked up locally upon release

we will support all VIP cars that have a customer base behind them, just call us to schedule a measuring session and we'll give you the prototype suspension for free

I was just talking with Eisuke san in Japan and he says the VIP segment is growing there and that some of our recent multilink arms and rods we are developing for 350Z, Silvia is also applicable to president, and cima Y34, F50 - I'd like to see for myself - and make some changes in the arms so that thay are adjustable to give the severe camber some desire to obtain their fitment

How long would you need the car for for a measuring session?

You guys doing any arms for the 370z/Z34 ?

maybe an hour or two for the initial measuring session

we are doing everything on the Z suspension.

WORD! Do you guys have front lower control arms for the 370z????   I didn't see anything on your site for the 350z or  the 370z.  But if you have them made and they're just not on the site then I'll snatch those up now.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;354654]we are doing everything on the Z suspension.[/QUOTE]
 
plans for z32 or just the newer ones?

Some of the s chassis stuff crosses over to z32

The 350 and 370z stuff will be released next year.

oh ok.  I'll keep a look out for the 370z stuff

I wish these where available when I bought my JPs. They are beautiful. Any plans of making  angle adjustable tie rods and front control arms for the Y33?

No I was not planning on it because I consider those parts to be for an all out track machine like the silvia or z that we are making those parts for now.

I'm doing my "car" budget right now. What is your rough estimate as to when these will be available? And how long until you have the exact price nailed down?

Looks like a great product. Would seem to slot right in between Megan and JIC/Insurance price wise, but with the quality of the higher end products. Well done!

I dont know for sure on price and time until they are almost here.  But January things should be solidified. 

Thanks to Chrispy for coming down for a measuring session on the JZS 16X today.  The rear end is something that is quite a pain in the rear lol, but we have some special plans for the GS coilover design that will surely make everyone happy.

^ Thanks for the reply. I will just keep checking this thread periodically for updates.

Glad to see you guys are trying to make inroads into the VIP scene. More options for us always leads to better selections.

This is awesome. I've always admired Part Shop's involvement with the community, and coming out with this is just great.

Plus I agree, these are the best looking coilovers I've ever seen.

I would like to see PBM make S-chassis Ruca to add more camber. And if yall planning to make Z32 front up control arm so I can add my camber on my G50

Its actually pretty easy to get more Negitive camber out of the MAX RUCA by taking the lock nut out from between the adjuster and the threaded tube on the arm,  also the threaded tube could be ground shorter on the current RUCA v4.  I've never seen anyone need more than that much negitive camber but you tell me, im not quite the VIP expert yet but learning. 

Other companies making Z32 FUCA already correct?

Now after the measuring session last night on the JZS 16x GS Aristo I have dug up all the drift tengoku mags I have on the car and it looks like they are hot on some really high KG spring rates because the car is Fing huge.  326 power is running 50KG F 28 KG R

Racing gear coilovers seem to be a popular choice for DRIFT with spring rates of 24F 20R but I think I want to stick to 18F 16R because our current SC / Soarer rates are 18/12 which rides pretty good when its dumped without being jarring on the street however the rear end on the GS is much bigger then SC.  Opinion on spring rates for VIP status GS is welcomed.

Also it seems that the GS needs a knuckle modification (to the gooseneck connecting to the upper control arm) so that the car can drop lower and not lay on the upper control arm And it will prevent the need for cutting a hole in the car to keep the upper control arm from hitting the chassis
which is right up our alley because we have years of experience modifying knuckles. 
This will correspond with the roll center adapters to make the car handle the way it should while riding low.

You guys are brilliant. I wish you'd make UCAs and coilovers for Miatas.. ;)

It seems the options are utter garbage, regular junk, over priced mediocrity, and race setups that don't go low.

Thank you Dan for catering to the VIP scene! There is a lot of us who want better suspension designed to ride low but there aren't too many options. 326 Power's coilovers for the 16 Aristo has the adjustable top hat in the front to move the shock away from the knuckle. That looks like it definitely works!

[img]http://www.326power.co.jp/pic-labo/llimg/kk.jpg[/img]

I saw that in DT, the key is to have a thick top plate with recessed screws because the jzs16x has a small opening in the strut tower.  I already finished the CAD for the non-airbag type.  I may just put that out first for a quicker time to market while I take my time on designing something clever for bag lovers. 

Anyone want to chime in on spring rates for the Lexus ?

By the way they have the design for the 147 gs in japan already, because it's almost like the Soarer, anyone still hyped on fixing up the 147?

I think I want these.  Keep us posted on the release date.  Hopefully around tax time :biggthumpup:

We fit the y33 Q45 suspension today, needed some changes.   I guess thats why we test all the designs before bringing them to market.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;355966]Other companies making Z32 FUCA already correct?[/QUOTE]
 
there are companies that make them but shared experience hasn't been positive over the years.
 
[IMG]http://www.ultimatez.com/shop/images/291_th.jpg[/IMG] 
 
stillen had, what looked to me, to be a pretty good design but it was prone to slipping. it is now discontinued.
 
[IMG]http://www.nagisa-auto.com/products/spa_nissan/image/front_upper_arm.jpg[/IMG]
 
nams has a sick design for g50 specific app but i don't know anyone who has coughed up the cash.
 
[IMG]http://www.meganracing.com/uploadimage/regular/11152010_14213_84_6655.jpg[/IMG]
 
the "standard" design is usually too bulky and binds on the mounting bracket, although i believe there is a compny who has accounted for this.
 
so yeah, they make em but nothings really been proven as a good option.
 
[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;355966]Racing gear coilovers seem to be a popular choice for DRIFT with spring rates of 24F 20R but I think I want to stick to 18F 16R because our current SC / Soarer rates are 18/12 which rides pretty good when its dumped without being jarring on the street however the rear end on the GS is much bigger then SC. Opinion on spring rates for VIP status GS is welcomed.[/QUOTE]
 
how about a 3 rate option similar to your s chassis line up? 20/16/12kg would give a 16/12kg "hard" option and a 20/16kg "hardcore" option. assuming the f/r springs would be interchangable.
 
 
[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;355966]Also it seems that the GS needs a knuckle modification (to the gooseneck connecting to the upper control arm) so that the car can drop lower and not lay on the upper control arm And it will prevent the need for cutting a hole in the car to keep the upper control arm from hitting the chassis which is right up our alley because we have years of experience modifying knuckles.[/QUOTE]
 
there's a member who did this on his ls already. personally, i wasn't on board because 1) it's cast and i was always tought not to weld cast (although i am awware of the "right" way to do it now) and 2) the dynamic changes to geometry.
 
of course i still consider myself novice when it comes to things like this, so if you feel you good do it without any (uncorrected) negative effects i'd take your word for it... after you explained it of course.

I could understand the shortcomings in the above FUCAs. But I'll have to see the car to understand the binding. 

The 2kg difference in s chassis spring options is within range of the standard damper but the competition and streetable GS spring rates are so different that it would require a different damper. 

There is no reason to be afraid of what steel the knuckle is made of because it's a high quality perfectly weldable density. Also we probably have more experience welding knuckles than anyone. I've seen multiple pro drift level front end collisions where the only suspension component that survives is our modded knuckle. 
As for the geometry we would just be correcting what was lost from lowering the car.  When the GS knuckle mod is used with roll center correction on the lower links it will restore proper handling by creating a drop spindle. If the roll center mod is only on the bottom, the original geometry is still f-ed up because the uncorrected position of the upper control arm is causing unusual camber gain upon compression.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;355966]There is no reason to be afraid of what steel the knuckle is made of because it's a high quality perfectly weldable density. Also we probably have more experience welding knuckles than anyone. I've seen multiple pro drift level front end collisions where the only suspension component that survives is our modded knuckle. 
As for the geometry we would just be correcting what was lost from lowering the car. When the GS knuckle mod is used with roll center correction on the lower links it will restore proper handling by creating a drop spindle. If the roll center mod is only on the bottom, the original geometry is still f-ed up because the uncorrected position of the upper control arm is causing unusual camber gain upon compression.[/QUOTE]
 
so you would be adding a roll center adjuster of equal thickness to the portion sectioned out of the knuckle? the camber curve under compression was what bothered me but that sounds like a solution.
 
i already have a 20mm rca. hmmm...

Correct, the amount the GS knuckle gets shortened on top should match the RCA height on the bottom to prevent camber gain. You can also add static camber on the knuckle at the same time but it's better not to, the static camber for wheel fitment should be dialed in at the lower control arm eccentric bolt or with an aftermarket upper control arm for more aggressive camber for excessive wheel width or negative offsets. 

That's the proper way to do it. 

Also keep in mind the amount of fender roll may change depending on these things.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;356124]I saw that in DT, the key is to have a thick top plate with recessed screws because the jzs16x has a small opening in the strut tower.  I already finished the CAD for the non-airbag type.  I may just put that out first for a quicker time to market while I take my time on designing something clever for bag lovers. 

Anyone want to chime in on spring rates for the Lexus ?

By the way they have the design for the 147 gs in japan already, because it's almost like the Soarer, anyone still hyped on fixing up the 147?[/QUOTE]

Will the coilovers come with the adjustable top hat? You should put them out first then work on the airbag type shock. 

The 147 isn't as popular as the 16X but there are still guys out there who want more options. Rumor is that the Soarer suspension may bolt on to the 147 but the shock length is different or something.

Also, adjustable camber and toe arms will be very popular for the Lexus crowd. If you can make a good product that is affordable, you will open up a lot more options for the GS/LS owners because there is only Ikeya Formula and Nagisa Auto and you know their prices are way up there.

i'm curious how effective you think a camber plate will be on the toyota suspension design. since the strut bolts to the lca, rather then the spindle, will chaniging the position at the top mount cause any noticable change in camber?
 
i feel like the offset rca would be a better option.

[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;356349]i'm curious how effective you think a camber plate will be on the toyota suspension design. since the strut bolts to the lca, rather then the spindle, will chaniging the position at the top mount cause any noticable change in camber?
 
i feel like the offset rca would be a better option.[/QUOTE]

It doesn't. If you were familiar with the 2nd gen GS suspension design you would know that when the car is extremely low the knuckle can rub the springs. This is why 2GS owners with UAS bags have rubbing problems. By making the top hat adjustable, it will move the shock away from the knuckle and make it clear. Check out these pictures from 326 Power.

Before
[img]http://326power.co.jp/pic-labo/P1010227.jpg[/img]

After
[img]http://326power.co.jp/pic-labo/P1010229.jpg[/img]

For negative camber adjustment in the front, an adjustable UCA is the best option on the 2GS. Haven't seen an offset RCA before.

ok, i see what you're saying. you're looking for a solution for the bag rubbing. good idea.
 
[IMG]http://www.nagisa-auto.com/products/spa_toyota/image/front_camber_adapter_jza160.jpg[/IMG]

offset rca, offially called a camber adapter. this could theoretically help the bag rub issue also since it spaces the knuckle outwards, but you have to take the ~3* of negative camber also (and the price tag).

[QUOTE=chrispy;356345]Will the coilovers come with the adjustable top hat? You should put them out first then work on the airbag type shock. 

The 147 isn't as popular as the 16X but there are still guys out there who want more options. Rumor is that the Soarer suspension may bolt on to the 147 but the shock length is different or something.[/QUOTE]
adjustable front top plate is included in my drawing already.
according to the diagram from the japan shop you are correct about the soarer bolting up and having different shocks. 
[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;356351]
offset rca, offially called a camber adapter. this could theoretically help the bag rub issue also since it spaces the knuckle outwards, but you have to take the ~3* of negative camber also (and the price tag).[/QUOTE]
For camber alone, that is a much cheaper part to make them the upper control arm, and its more negative camber less the eccentric bolt's range. But spacing out the bottom end wont really help the top end where the bag rubs the gooseneck.

When will these coils be for sale I want a pair

you mean y33, maybe 2-2011 considering the changes we just made to the production prototype.

The front camber is able to go -4 with the coilover camber plate at lowest ride height and the rear camber is able to go -7 with our RUCA / Toe / Coilovers dumped down.

Y33 install pix!
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00523.jpg[/img]
this application demands a weld on type front lower mount
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00527.jpg[/img]
camber was set in the front with the adjustable top plate
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00545.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00549.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00491.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00493.jpg[/img]
camber and toe in the rear are related on this car so those aftermarket parts must be installed together 
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00503.jpg[/img]
The fender and quarter panel lip was flattened using the Parts Shop MAX roller, proper prep. for great fitment
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00531.jpg[/img]
our adjustable wheel spacers helped extract some decent fitment from conservative wheels
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00577.jpg[/img]
we set the height to get over speed bumps with minimal exhaust scraping and to be no problem in driveways and around town
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00564.jpg[/img]
to go lower I would recommend redoing the exhaust system for clearance after installing our sub frame risers
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00570.jpg[/img]
pretty conservative here but you can make it drag on the ground if you want.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00574.jpg[/img]
the car rides stiff which is needed while maintaining a low ride height which may be a bit jarring for luxury tastes at speeds below 30MPH but the significant increase in suspension performance is welcomed when cruising smoothly and confidently on MAX coilovers at higher speeds.

well done. what changes were made? is josh not going to run a prototype set?

Josh is super down to run the prototypes and help out this community to get more products made but narrowly missed my install time goal. 
The car in the install pix belongs to a forum menber from San Diego, RajahCasti.
We changed the front damper length, and front lower mount length and position of the sway bar mount.

cool, i know josh was trying to get his s**t together to do the testing. guess it didn't come together. i was particularly interested to see what,  if any, changes occured by switching over from the s chassis suspension. glad someoen stepped up though.
 
thanks for what you're doing. i hope you stick around and help further the understanding of suspension; at least mine if no one else. i guess i'm a nerd but i see y'all as a huge asset to vsc and the vip community. i wouldn't hate to see some higher level discussion around here (and not just in product threads).

I really agree. It's nice to see a company dedicated towards suspension to help the community. I've always been into suspension setups. 
 
I'm interested in the upper pillowball mounts if you decide to sell those seperately. I'm planning on running hydraulics, so the whole coilover system isn't needed for me.

I am super excited for these coilovers. You are going to make a lot of us happy!

I realize that some of your S14 parts fit the Y33. Can you post a list of all the parts you guys have that fit the Y33?

Thanks!

yeah, my insurances can get -4* using only adjustable upper mounts. i wish there were a way to get more without resorting to crazy things like FLCA or s-chassis front suspension, but that's a moot point for me already -- i've already taken the plunge.

for reference, my rear peak performance RUCAs only got me to -6.75* before i had to get them modded. so if you need -7*, don't get peaks! :P

haha Rogers car looks so much better being lower. :biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=VI IX;356889]haha Rogers car looks so much better being lower. :biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]
 
Oh snap! Time to get back to work on my shit, gotta new dumped Q45 rollin through the hood  :saiyancrunks::biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=lamsv;356788]I am super excited for these coilovers. You are going to make a lot of us happy!

I realize that some of your S14 parts fit the Y33. Can you post a list of all the parts you guys have that fit the Y33?

Thanks![/QUOTE]
if it says s14 on the websight you can use it!:biggthumpup:

Don't I feel like a tard...

[QUOTE=lamsv;357002]Don't I feel like a tard...[/QUOTE]
i hope not, we all gotta learn sometime, and this is why this forum is here!:biggthumpup::thelaw:

Ive been riding on these for a couple of days since Dan's shop got them installed for me, going down bumpy roads is not very harsh, these coilovers are legit, handling is on point,when turning corners i dont have that boat like feeling anymore, i have way more control and dodging potholes is nothing even if you see them at the last moment. I Highly recommend these coils when released especially if your local in San Diego so you can meet the legendary Dan :biggthumpup:

18/16 is what i would run on a 160 gs/aristo.

any updates on the coilover development?

[QUOTE=RajahCasti;357470]Ive been riding on these for a couple of days since Dan's shop got them installed for me, going down bumpy roads is not very harsh, these coilovers are legit, handling is on point,when turning corners i dont have that boat like feeling anymore, i have way more control and dodging potholes is nothing even if you see them at the last moment. I Highly recommend these coils when released especially if your local in San Diego so you can meet the legendary Dan :biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]
thanks for the review = )
later if you want to go lower we can redo the exhaust to tucy it above the frame rails and we should install subframe risers to correct geometry and prevent it from scraping so bad. 
You can also make more improvements to your steering feel with some tension rods and tie rods and traction rods.  The traction rods will center the rear wheel in the wheel well.  The rear wheel keeps getting sucked farther forward as you go lower on the stock traction rod.  
[QUOTE=ElitistK;357572]18/16 is what i would run on a 160 gs/aristo.

any updates on the coilover development?[/QUOTE]
agreed.
we have to wait for about 2 months on the JZS coilover prototypes before we can test and finalize the designs. in the mean time i'm trying to get ahold of some GS knuckles and arms from the local salvage yards

so not sure if i missed the asnwer to this,

but do these top hats fit on the drift s13/14 coilovers for those of us that did the swap already?

yes it fits

man those are blinging i wouldnt mind a set for my ls430

Correct me if I'm wrong but the LS is the same as the GS in the front and the same as SC in the rear.  So we should have the LS covered without too much trouble.

front gs/ls design is similar, not sure about rear sc/ls.

SC rear and LS rear is different.

Is it the LS rear the same as anything else or no?

Y34 applications please please!!! Is their still hope...

That will require a measuring session from one of your southern california Y34 brethren

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;359416]That will require a measuring session from one of your southern california Y34 brethren[/QUOTE]

Y33 front fits Y34.
Y33 rears can fit Y34 if top plate is modified. Y33  top plates are too large
You will also need to use a different lower shaft on the coilovers

With Y33 Setup on the Y34, you can remove the rear spring w.o any major repercussions. 

How do I know? Ehm, I have done it

[url]http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr191/Autech_Y34/960be3f0.jpg[/url]

So, when will these be available?

[QUOTE=Goon60;359444]So, when will these be available?[/QUOTE]

Ditto.  

Also, more info on those "adjustable" spacers. Aloha.

Just saw on Facebook that Haraguchi from 326 Power installed S14 suspension on a Y34 in Japan. Anyone ever try that?

The LS rear suspension doesn't share with any other chassis. UCF10 and UCF20 suspension are somewhat interchangeable. I think you can use UCF10 suspension on a 20 but not the other way around. Is that correct?

[QUOTE=chrispy;359741]Just saw on Facebook that Haraguchi from 326 Power installed S14 suspension on a Y34 in Japan. Anyone ever try that?
[/QUOTE]

similarities between the y34 and y33 sus is quite uncanny which means you can indeed use s14 sus on a y34 if you have to. 

No one has done it tho

[QUOTE=chrispy;359741]I think you can use UCF10 suspension on a 20 but not the other way around. Is that correct?[/QUOTE]
 
20 rear suspension is longer, but withfull tap coilovers most companies cross app. different on 30 is only the width of the rear lower mount iirc.

[QUOTE=Goon60;359444]So, when will these be available?[/QUOTE]
Y33 will be out jan-feb
[QUOTE=Alika80;359696]Ditto.  

Also, more info on those "adjustable" spacers. Aloha.[/QUOTE]
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Here is the info from our site:

Aggressive width wheel spacers are a must for those who desire the clean “Tsuda-Ichi” (Japanese for “paper thin” gap) flush wheel to fender look without buying an expensive set of custom width wheels. Parts Shop MAX precision CNC machined aluminum wheel spacers are lug and hub centric. They are available for a wide variety of cars, so make sure you get the correct size. We now offer 66.2 center bore with 4 or 5 1.25 thread studs for Nissan S13, S14 etc. 66.2 center bore with 5x1.50 thread studs for Toyota Supra/SC, FC RX7 and similar makes and also 67.1 center bore with 5x1.50 thread studs for Hyundai Genesis and similar cars. Features hardened steel studs and lug nuts all with a PCD of 114.3mm.

The next generation of wheel spacers are adjustable width! Now you can have great fitment with several sets of wheels despite differences in offset without buying more than one set of spacers.  Drifters are always coming across new tires they want to try, but each brand has a different side wall profile, or some tires on sale where we cant be too picky about the exact size when it comes to price, however if you have super flush fender flairs or body work, they may rub too much so its really nice to be able to pull out a slip on from the stack and prevent rubbing. Also if you wanted to try stretching you tires a little more you can go down one size and add a slip on spacer maintaining your hella flush look without redoing bodywork & paint. If you are like us you cant resist switching up your style by buying and selling used wheels, and these adjustable spacers will make sure that whatever wheels you come across, you dont have to make any compromise in fitment. There are so many factors in wheel fitment including what chassis parts you have, ride height, alignment, offset, wheel diameter, tire size, brand etc. that is really nice to have the new found flexability and fitment control that the Parts Shop MAX adjustable spacers gives you. 

We used to sell 15, 20, 25 and 30mm bolt on spacers which people loved because of the quality and slightly lower price, but this single set is capable of 14 different widths by combining one 15mm bolt on with long studs and a 3,5, & 7mm slip on. We dont like to rest on our achievements, instead we want to bring you the best most innovative parts while still maintaining a great value. Some other companies make this in Japan, but they are expensive and not as pretty. They have casted slip on spacers instead of CNC machined & anodized aluminum for the complete set. We felt its necessary to maintain a perfectly flat surface between all the spacers so we offer more precision than the other JDM manufacturers.

Possible sizes when combining these four sizes are:
3,5,7,8,10,12,15,18,20,22,23,25,27,30mm

We also sell components of the adjustable set individually
[QUOTE=eyedea;359745]similarities between the y34 and y33 sus is quite uncanny which means you can indeed use s14 sus on a y34 if you have to. 

No one has done it tho[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=BLKonBLK98;359789]20 rear suspension is longer, but withfull tap coilovers most companies cross app. different on 30 is only the width of the rear lower mount iirc.[/QUOTE]
Sounds like the development for LS and Y34 will be fast.  Anyone up for a measuring session and a free prototype set of coilovers?

On a side note the GS OEM knuckles and ball joints I ordered have arrived so we will mod the knuckle and make a jig to offer the service for anyone in the future.  This way you guys wont need to cut a hole in the strut tower to run bags and you wont throw off the suspension geometry from lowering and adding RC adjustment to the lower arm only.  You will have an effective drop spindle after our knuckle mod and bolt on roll center parts combination.

I have OEM arms here too for mocking up alignment parts.

any chance you guys will be offering drop spindles for s-chassis? i realize you guys have super angle knuckles for the front, but that doesn't really help us y33 guys :P

we need to complete our lower control arms first.  

its a logical next step to existing arms and rods

we do already have some prototypes in testing for the s chassis drop spindle.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;360355]we need to complete our lower control arms first.  

its a logical next step to existing arms and rods

we do already have some prototypes in testing for the s chassis drop spindle.[/QUOTE]

ahhh, please keep me posted -- if i can get drop spindles, i'll just upgrade, rather than get stock spindles. it sucks that driftworks ones are like 400 GBP haha

Update?

I vouch for those spacers, I love mine! Parts Shop Max=Win

is the Y33 coils for sale yet? I pm'd you about a possibility of getting just the front, and I also need a pair of R32 fronts. Those will be for the awd s14 I am building. I will call this week as I want to order this asap.

[QUOTE=chrispy;359741]Just saw on Facebook that Haraguchi from 326 Power installed S14 suspension on a Y34 in Japan. Anyone ever try that?

The LS rear suspension doesn't share with any other chassis. UCF10 and UCF20 suspension are somewhat interchangeable. I think you can use UCF10 suspension on a 20 but not the other way around. Is that correct?[/QUOTE]
been aying you can do it for a year now
just gotta ream the s14 knuckle to fit the y34 balljoint to do it super easy

[QUOTE=ExecutiveKoala187;364868]I vouch for those spacers, I love mine! Parts Shop Max=Win[/QUOTE]
  I must have missed it, but what is their website? How much are the spacers???

any update on 60.1 bore spacers?

will any of these skid plates work for a y33?

[url]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/page.php?13[/url]

Dan, any update on the 2GS coilovers?

so... how does one go about purchasing those spacers?

[QUOTE=shawnthemonster;371887]so... how does one go about purchasing those spacers?[/QUOTE]

they have online ordering -- [url]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/page.php?10[/url]

whoops, looks like they're out of stock haha

Is there an update on theses coilovers for the y33 and please tell me i can get them in the gold and copper color

I would love to get to prototype these on a ucf30

too bad I am on the wrong coast, anyway around that?

=)

very good customer service with parts max. answered my emails and shipped out my order quickly

So anyone ever hear what became of this?
I want some of those coilovers badly!

[QUOTE=The ATLien;376828]So anyone ever hear what became of this?
I want some of those coilovers badly![/QUOTE]
 
You guys should email or call them.  Just sayin....

They are a myth

[QUOTE=OG;367494]any update on 60.1 bore spacers?[/QUOTE]
We will have that in May
[QUOTE=naffy;375996]I would love to get to prototype these on a ucf30

too bad I am on the wrong coast, anyway around that?

=)[/QUOTE]
I'm happy to but the GS is first in line. 
[QUOTE=Dranom;376821]very good customer service with parts max. answered my emails and shipped out my order quickly[/QUOTE]
thanks for your business!
[QUOTE=The ATLien;376828]So anyone ever hear what became of this?
I want some of those coilovers badly![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=MR.J;377309]You guys should email or call them.  Just sayin....[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;377332]They are a myth[/QUOTE]
I like to keep you guys posted on our developments but lately I dont have much to show the VIP segment since we have been seriously busy prepping cars for the 2011 formula D season opener. 

I am not active on selling parts here because I am not a paid advertiser.  
As we get parts in stock this status will change. 

I have a few Y33 coilovers shipping in by air around the end of the month.  I have more stock coming by ocean mid April.  

If there is a pressing question you can feel free to contact me directly [email]dan@poweredbymax.net[/email]

Had a great time meeting Dan and Martin today, really looking forward to getting their first set of Y34 specific coilovers on the ride. It's gonna be great for all the new Y34 owners to have a domestic option available to them.

I would have order one if they made it for sc300/400 Soarer.

[QUOTE=horent135;384101]I would have order one if they made it for sc300/400 Soarer.[/QUOTE]
 
thay have an sc app. it's the drift spec though, not as pretty.

they look so sick!  cant wait for the y33 ones...

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;382052]Had a great time meeting Dan and Martin today, really looking forward to getting their first set of Y34 specific coilovers on the ride. It's gonna be great for all the new Y34 owners to have a domestic option available to them.[/QUOTE]

Will it have the spindle already welded on?

Impressive looking coilovers to say the least. If you have any plans on making parts for the ucf20 chassis, I can make my car available and am local.

[QUOTE=OG;384236]thay have an sc app. it's the drift spec though, not as pretty.[/QUOTE]

Yea, but those are harsh springs.  I want some comfort springs.

you can get springs in whatever rate you want :shrug:

[QUOTE=horent135;384452]Yea, but those are harsh springs.  I want some comfort springs.[/QUOTE]

Ive driven an sc300 with pbm coilovers. Its not as bad as you think. Nothing compared to an s chassis with the same coilovers.

it's less about the spring rate and more about how the shocks are valved to work with those springs

Spotted you at Kragen today Dan
I was the black kid behind you in line w/ the black fubu hoody on LOL!

When is it available?

Correct the SC coilovers are way more comfortable than the spec makes them look, totally DD able.

Y33 is in stock now and we have completed the measuring session for Y34.  

These are the production prototypes for GS / ARISTO JZS147 (1991–1997) and JZS160 JZS161 (1997–2005) VIP Coilovers.

JZS147
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305417992_2_FT8305_dsc02129.jpg[/img]

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JZS16X
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Damn these look great!:biggthumpup:

OH MY GOD. Time to go to San Diego again.

i love these coilovers,  gettin a set on my q soon

how much for the JZS147 set picked up????

Baller coils :)

Does the y33 coils still needs to be welded?

[QUOTE=chrispy;388321]OH MY GOD. Time to go to San Diego again.[/QUOTE]
true, let me know when you have time. 
[QUOTE=CubanGS;388340]how much for the JZS147 set picked up????[/QUOTE]
all of the VIP series coilovers are $1250
[QUOTE=Dranom;388365]Does the y33 coils still needs to be welded?[/QUOTE]
yes sir, you cut off the strut tube leaving the last 2 inches of it sticking up out of the top of the spindle.  Our lower mount slips over the old strut tube and is welded to the tube through the holes.  Its welded to the spindle itself around the base of the lower mount.

how much for a set of JSZ16X?

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;388604]
all of the VIP series coilovers are $1250

[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=VIPanda;388685]how much for a set of JSZ16X?[/QUOTE]

i'm gonna guess around $1250............:smiley-rofl:

on a side note, how much extra would it be, if you even offer it, to go down to your shop and you weld the coils there?

thanks alex didn't see that ahaha.

What are the offering specs and rates for the JZS16X VIP line? Are prices to differ when upgrading them?

Dara

[QUOTE=ALEXTHESUS*PECT;388718]on a side note, how much extra would it be, if you even offer it, to go down to your shop and you weld the coils there?[/QUOTE]
I think every car may be different. 
One guy may have me just install the coilovers, set height and pay $200
Another may need all the alignment parts installed and align with wheel spacers install and fender rolling on all four corners. and that takes more time but its all related to fitment, stance. 
[QUOTE=DpromGS;388807]What are the offering specs and rates for the JZS16X VIP line? Are prices to differ when upgrading them?

Dara[/QUOTE]
Similar to our Competition Coilovers in Features and our Pro Coilovers in Appearance, the VIP coilover provides lots of performance and style at a reasonable price.  

key features:
Full tap independent adjustments
Aggressive damping range with fast adjust:
Allows you to do 32 clicks of damping change in just 10 clicks!
Pillow ball upper mount on front AND REAR!
Replaceable shock & customizable spring available to special order in custom Kg (even numbers only) .
Billet T6061 lightweight aluminum Lower mount with urethane bushing.
All aluminum components are hard anodized
High rigidity/High precision piston rod design exceeds racing standards 
Adjustable to super low ride height 
Full thread tap piston and locking collar allows vehicle height to be adjusted independent of the spring preload. 
2 collar wrenches are included.
Light weight T6061 aluminum spring perch and locking collar designed to bear the weight of vehicle
Spring upper perch provides independance between the spring and the pillowball. 


The GS spring rates are 12KG F 8KG R

If you want, you can go +/- 2 KG on the out of the box damper. 
Additional springs can be purchased for $60/pair ( black )
Additional dampers are $100, you can special order a damper to match a spring that is out of the original dampers range. 
But spec on paper is not the whole story, before you go special ordering stuff you should probably try it as-is, see how it feels to you, and your individual situation and go from there.

I may sell all my S Chassis conversion stuff and just get these?????
 
 
How much is shipping tp 33703  FL?  Also, what is the center diameter in case someone wants to do bags over these???

Since you're posting on here Dan, how's my stuff looking? Got any sort of ETA? I was gonna wait till 8 weeks passed from going down to get measured out to ask cause I know you said 2-3 months and well, it's coming up on 2 months and I can't wait lol!!

Depending on the answers I may be selling my s chassis stuff ASAP!

[QUOTE=burgy;388947]Depending on the answers I may be selling my s chassis stuff ASAP![/QUOTE]

well, if you want to get more than -4* or so of front camber, keep the s-chassis stuff

I can go WAY more than -4 with my camber plates. I'm at -4 right now and they're in the middle. Dan said their camber plates will offer a lot of adjustment, so I'd wait and see (or hit up RajhiCash since he's the car they used for the Y33 build).

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;388960]I can go WAY more than -4 with my camber plates. I'm at -4 right now and they're in the middle. Dan said their camber plates will offer a lot of adjustment, so I'd wait and see (or hit up RajhiCash since he's the car they used for the Y33 build).[/QUOTE]

cool, the strut mounting nut is right up against the shock tower opening on my y33, so if i wanted more camber without fucking with the track i'd need an s-chassis conversion. i still think that's the best way to go -- you have more options when it comes to aligning your car :P

[QUOTE=burgy;388832]I may sell all my S Chassis conversion stuff and just get these?????
 
 How much is shipping tp 33703  FL?  Also, what is the center diameter in case someone wants to do bags over these???[/QUOTE]
If you have your OEM front end parts, you can. 
Around $1340 shipped to FL
20mm Front and 14mm Rear DIA
[QUOTE=F.L.S.;388833]Since you're posting on here Dan, how's my stuff looking? Got any sort of ETA? I was gonna wait till 8 weeks passed from going down to get measured out to ask cause I know you said 2-3 months and well, it's coming up on 2 months and I can't wait lol!![/QUOTE]
Sorry I dont have a date yet.  I'd guess we need to give it another month.  This Y34 situation is a little different because I am skipping prototype and going straight to production on these.  Reason being after I looked at the measurements of the Y34 and my exsisting products, I already make everything needed to produce these.   Of course we will still verify this prodution run on your car.  
[QUOTE=cheez80;388954]well, if you want to get more than -4* or so of front camber, keep the s-chassis stuff[/QUOTE]
A quote from me earlier in this thread regarding Y33:
"The front camber is able to go -4 with the coilover camber plate at lowest ride height and the rear camber is able to go -7 with our RUCA / Toe / Coilovers dumped down."
However if you needed X amount of negitive camber you can get whatever you want by altering the angle the lower mount is welded to the spindle but you are limited by the wheel offset/width.
[QUOTE=F.L.S.;388960]I can go WAY more than -4 with my camber plates. I'm at -4 right now and they're in the middle. Dan said their camber plates will offer a lot of adjustment, so I'd wait and see (or hit up RajhiCash since he's the car they used for the Y33 build).[/QUOTE] wouldn't the middle be stock camber?

Ok, no problem, I'll hit you up mid-June!

You would think the middle would be stock, but at least on the ones in my car (custom) the middle has me at -4, I guess you'd have to go all the way to the "positive" side to get it to be at 0.

Confusing, I mean the stock one is in the middle and no car has -4 as the stock setting so did you adjust that on your FLCA?

This is the only pic I have. You can see it's pretty much in the middle of the slot, it could be that there are multiple different mounting holes for the hex bolts, but if you look at the top bolt of the strut, it's pretty much in the center of the slot - which may not be the center of the original opening.

[IMG]http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z216/kdfalk/Infiniti%20M45/Image0067.jpg[/IMG]

hmmm and my y33 top plate camber slot is even longer than that.  
so do Y34's have longer Front Lower Control Arm's than Y33?

I'm not sure, but Y34 might be slightly narrower chassis than Y33. I know Y34 vs. F50 is the same length and pretty much everything underneath is identical, but the Q is wider than the M. For tax purposes in Japan it's based on cars width.. Father in law has Nissan Bluebird Sylphy and said he liked the Skyline (G35) but because the Bluebird is narrower, it's cheaper to own, but that sucker has mad rear leg room and I'm 6'2...

doesn't it make sense that the center would show natural camber (-4*?) at loweresd ride height?
 
*edit - got my pbm spacers/lugs/valve stems. can't wait.

I would agree but the numbers are there. I used a pivoting angle rule to measure it on the warehouse floor, so it may not be as precise as on an alignment machine, but it's definitely close. Before they installed everything, my front wheels were flush, tires right at the edge, camber was mild just from the drop, barely noticeable. After they were done, I probably need to get 10mm spacers for the front wheels to be flush again. I've been waiting till it's all said and done though to decide exactly what size spacers to run. Planning on that when we do the install at MAX.

[QUOTE=Tanuma Body;388977]If you have your OEM front end parts, you can. 
Around $1340 shipped to FL
20mm Front and 14mm Rear DIA
[/QUOTE]
 
 
Can anyone confirm that his is small enough to put air over the top of these?? And just how low do these go?  Thanks

sorry for some reason I didnt think about what you were asking, 
you were obviously looking for the threaded tube diameter of the dampers which is 2" and the universal air site quotes the bag ID of 2.14" so its just perfect.

No worries. That's what I was hoping! Just need to know how low they go now.

Heres a photoshoot of the Y33 production coilovers in stock now.

MAX VIP Coilovers for Y33 Chassis 97-01 Infiniti Q45 $1250 [URL="http://secure.ultracart.com/cgi-bin/UCEditor?merchantId=MAXUS&ADD=COY33V"]CLICK HERE TO ADD TO CART & ORDER ONLINE[/URL]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02374.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02379.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02385.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02387.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02384.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02377.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1305849236_2_FT6140_dsc02382.jpg[/img]

Heres the car with the frame a couple inches off the ground, and the coilovers still have plenty of space drop to drop it on the ground.  Waiting on customer to redo the exhaust and or buy subframe risers before it goes any lower. 

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00570.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00574.jpg[/img]

You can see here how much the tester coilovers are raised at the above ride height, and I still made the shock shorter in the production ones. 

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1290478431_2_FT6140_dsc00549.jpg[/img]

sooo much promise for this application! if i ever decide to go back to stock, this will be what i get!

When I get my next Y33, these will be on my shopping list for sure! What spring rates come stock with these Dan?

these things look amazing!

I'm actually really thinking about these...

10F 8R on Y33

[QUOTE=xseveredveganx;389360]I'm actually really thinking about these...[/QUOTE]
No need to think its a steal!:biggthumpup:

so what is the warranty, and serviceability for these?  Thanks

Lifetime manufacturers defect warranty
100% new dampers are $100 ea. Which is cheaper than a rebuild where you get back some used parts and new seals. This system is designed to reduce your downtime if you should ever have a problem and it saves labor time and shipping costs.

No one ever buys replacement dampers from us unless they crash. They are really reliable. However if you choose to under/over spring the damper too much with say air bags, you can expect to limit the life of the damper.

OMG I can't wait, they're freakin gorgeous!

Sweet...Thanks!! and what kind of shipping timeframe are we looking at?

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;389426]Lifetime manufacturers defect warranty
100% new dampers are $100 ea. Which is cheaper than a rebuild where you get back some used parts and new seals. This system is designed to reduce your downtime if you should ever have a problem and it saves labor time and shipping costs.

No one ever buys replacement dampers from us unless they crash. They are really reliable. However if you choose to under/over spring the damper too much with say air bags, you can expect to limit the life of the damper.[/QUOTE]
What is your thought/opinion on running bags on these coils?

Y33 coilovers in stock now. $1250 + sh [URL="http://secure.ultracart.com/cgi-bin/UCEditor?merchantId=MAXUS&ADD=COY33V"]CLICK HERE TO ADD TO CART & ORDER ONLINE[/URL]
Shipping to Florida is 5 business days

Well lets be real here, I dont think that anyone lowers a luxury sedan to increase its reliability.  So if bags are what makes you excited about customizing your car, go for it! Just be aware that you are shortening the damper life because you are constantly varying the spring (air pressure) beyond what the damper is designed for which makes it work harder than it has to with coil springs.  You know how much it will cost you to replace them, so now you are educated about the risk, and if your budget finds this compromise acceptable then feel free to proceed. 

My personal opinion is that I prefer to man up and ride low all day every day, you may sacrifice some comfort (springs being stiffer versus the bags) but what you are gaining is handling performance & always looking great everywhere you go, not just during hard parking.
Coilovers are Cheaper, less complex, and quick and easy to install too.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;389448]Well lets be real here, I dont think that anyone lowers a luxury sedan to increase its reliability.  So if bags are what makes you excited about customizing your car, go for it! Just be aware that you are shortening the damper life because you are constantly varying the spring (air pressure) beyond what the damper is designed for which makes it work harder than it has to with coil springs.  You know how much it will cost you to replace them, so now you are educated about the risk, and if your budget finds this compromise acceptable then feel free to proceed. 

My personal opinion is that I prefer to man up and ride low all day every day, you may sacrifice some comfort (springs being stiffer versus the bags) but what you are gaining is handling performance & always looking great everywhere you go, not just during hard parking.
Coilovers are Cheaper, less complex, and quick and easy to install too.[/QUOTE]

wow, great response

I might just get these... >_< they're so pretty....

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;389448]My personal opinion is that I prefer to man up and ride low all day every day, you may sacrifice some comfort (springs being stiffer versus the bags) but what you are gaining is handling performance & always looking great everywhere you go, not just during hard parking.
Coilovers are Cheaper, less complex, and quick and easy to install too.[/QUOTE]
 
Why not have the luxuary of always looking great everywhere you go and be able to have the luxury of gaining access to areas where others can't or get stuck or being able to park even lower and still be able to ride somewhat comfortable? 
 
I think your opinions are towards thoughs who have bags and ride high and park low.
 
Not trying to spark another debate jus wanted to throw that in here =)
 
Build a set for a miata NA! I'll buy a set! :biggthumpup:

or a set for a tl and give it to me for free :D

[QUOTE=PANCAKES!;389469]I think your opinions are towards thoughs who have bags and ride high and park low.
[/QUOTE]
Ya you know who I am talking about, I see them on the freeway and it looks ridiculous.  I hate that.

There are others who have it dialed which is cool, my coilovers wont stop people using bags, they are totally compatible so people can try both, upgrade later if they are into bags and we may offer a package in the future because I realize people like to be able to traverse difficult things without scraping and they also like to lay frame.

I want to be able to get over the hundredss of speed bumps I traverse daily in my job without having to explain to my clients why I need them to get out of the car while I go over the bumps......
 
 
Oh and I am already on coils Daily.

What brand and spec do you have on the car

I have Y32 JIC's with Y33 tophats

spring KG ?

don't remember springs anymore.  I had the inserts rebuilt so they are actually Koni yellows also.

I saw 7 and 5 KG on someone elses setup.  I'm guessing its too soft for your ride height?

^Why?
 
 
I have been running them for the last 2.5 years and I like them but the rears are blown and I don't feel like rebuilding them so I was going to do the S chassis swap and air over but now I think I am going to sell that stuff and do this.....unless you talk me out of it...

If the old ones you have are matching the spring numbers I suspect they have that's too soft IMO
You need to have stiff suspension when you ride low to keep from scraping. 

You can try the new coilovers as-is if you would like to try a stiffer setup or go air over damper whenever you want. 

As for the s chassis swap it just requires more parts than this set made for the car, right?

[QUOTE=cheez80;389452]wow, great response[/QUOTE]
 
+1
 
dan keepin it g.

First JZS147 GS with MAX VIP coilovers:

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194695_2_FT8319_dsc02434.jpg[/img]
Rear
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02407.jpg[/img]
Rear
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02416.jpg[/img]
Front
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02412.jpg[/img]
Front
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02415.jpg[/img]
At first we slammed it down to see how low it could go, but it sat on the wheels before it rested on the coilover
So basically it can touch the ground if you want to run bags, and you have the wheel cleared for tucking into the car
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02424.jpg[/img]
Later we settled on a more useable ride height where the exhaust is not dragging on the ground. 
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02440.jpg[/img]
If the OEM pipe was not dangling so far down and the car had adjustable links this could be DD lower for sure.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02433.jpg[/img]
Even with the compromises made for the things I mentioned above, its a really good look, and the ride quality is fantastic!
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02443.jpg[/img]
It was a pleasure working with CubanGS on this car, What a beautiful ride!
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306194451_2_FT8319_dsc02441.jpg[/img]
He was really happy to be riding with this much static camber and ride height all day long without suffering from the crappy ride of low PSI in his bags, and the rear tires no longer rub on the smallest bumps.  Excessive body roll is a thing of the past as well.

Chris' ride is sick!

what specs did y'all go with on the 1gs? i recently did a custom 14/12 setup and with the damping dialed down it was very comfortable. i wanna see you guys offer these in some hardcore specs.
 
and stop bein greedy, let some of us dealers get in on this golden awesomeness. =p

This 147 suspension we installed today is equipped with 12 and 8 KG
I have to say the ride was really...really nice.  
Way more comfortable cruising than the Y33 on 10/8 KG
Which is a little mind boggling since the curb weight seems to be 1870KG on Y33 and 1680 on the JZS147
Maybe the double A arm design of the toyota being superior to the McPherson strut.
For a stiffer feeling the lexus sedans could easily use 16/12 KG as seen in our SC300 / Soarer Drift suspension.

Hey we're not greedy - whatever money we make goes right back into development.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;389963]Maybe the double A arm design of the toyota being superior to the McPherson strut.[/QUOTE]
 
i think you are on to something.

damn Dan you are quick with the pics sir!! 

all i have to say is thank you!!!! the ride back up to LA was soo fucken legit!! it was super smooth and firm! it almost felt like the airrunner with the bags fully inflated! it feels great rolling lower than i ever could with the airrunner and not only still having dependable suspension but having a great feeling ride! although i am used to the stiff and bouncy feeling of smaller compact cars on coils i must admit the ride provided by this coilover at the lowest possible ride height my wheel and body allow is AMAZING!! im not sure what to say.. these things are perfect. thanks to the coils my car is one step closer to my goal!

have any links to the production line? i would like to share these with friends!

Very intrested in these. Price shipped to 02910?? For jzs160

It's about $1340 shipped to the east coast. The GS coilovers are not posted for sale on our site yet. It will take a couple of months to stock up. I'll add it to the site then.

Chris, thanks for the review, and thanks for your business. It's a pleasure to work on such a nice GS. 

You GS guys may need some multilink parts because I noticed that other than the obvious need to get camber for big wheels, when you lower the car a lot the wheel becomes off center from the wheel arch.

Dan, 

i have been reading this thread since it started. Can i please get a pm with a direct contact for you. i wont mention company but got screwed over heavy on my air setup. Till today i am still reviving from this screw up and going back statik. I am ready to place the order next week for my to install on my 2nd GS. 

I really appreciate any help provided.

Thank you 
Kam Vaswani

If you guys need to reach me call 858-566-6969 mon-fri ask for Dan

Im'd

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;390024]You GS guys may need some multilink parts because I noticed that other than the obvious need to get camber for big wheels, when you lower the car a lot the wheel becomes off center from the wheel arch.[/QUOTE]

yep, it seems caster is an issue with most slammed lexus -- i think some RCA blocks will adjust for this, correct?

i'm still learning about the lexus setup myself haha

Stop by AF today and Chris gave me a test ride in the GS. We dipped a few blocks and the ride was pretty smooth/legit! Stiff but very comfortable, wasn't bouncy at all!
So far seems pretty good for the price
 
 
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/o2bbabe/240802_227644803915979_100000113844688_1077253_8277375_o.jpg[/IMG]
 
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/o2bbabe/243377_227644760582650_100000113844688_1077252_6655576_o.jpg[/IMG]

I need a set of these for my LS400 :(

i was just thinking.... at my current ride height i didnt bottom out on the strut towers not even once on my way home yesterday! or even at all since i left the shop!! most GS owners know what im talking about!! anyone care to share their opinions on this!! 

[QUOTE=cheez80;390033]yep, it seems caster is an issue with most slammed lexus -- i think some RCA blocks will adjust for this, correct?

i'm still learning about the lexus setup myself haha[/QUOTE]

RCAs in the rear?


[QUOTE=PANCAKES!;390038]Stop by AF today and Chris gave me a test ride in the GS. We dipped a few blocks and the ride was pretty smooth/legit! Stiff but very comfortable, wasn't bouncy at all!
So far seems pretty good for the price
 
 
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/o2bbabe/240802_227644803915979_100000113844688_1077253_8277375_o.jpg[/IMG]
 
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/o2bbabe/243377_227644760582650_100000113844688_1077252_6655576_o.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]

thanks for the pics Oscar! it was nice seeing all of you yesterday! its been a while!

[QUOTE=Vincent;390049]I need a set of these for my LS400 :([/QUOTE]
Alright heres what we are working on next:
Lexus 
LS 400 (UCF20) 1994–2000
LS 430 (UCF30) 2000-2007
LS 460 (USF40-USF41) 2006-Present
GS 300-430-460 (GRS190-GRS191-URS191) 2005–2007-Present
IS 300 (SXE10-JCE10) 2001-2005
Toyota
Previa / Estima (TCR10-XR10) 1991-1997
Bb / Xb (NCP30) up to 2006
Prius (XW20) 2003–2009
Nissan/Infiniti
Cima / Q45 (F50) 2002-2006
Gloria / M45 (Y34) 2003-2004 

[QUOTE=CubanGS;390062]i was just thinking.... at my current ride height i didnt bottom out on the strut towers not even once on my way home yesterday! or even at all since i left the shop!! most GS owners know what im talking about!! anyone care to share their opinions on this!! 
RCAs in the rear?[/QUOTE]
You can cut the strut tower hole for more travel if you want to keep your camber gain or you could correct the geometry in the front more by cutting and splicing the spindle neck. Im sure RCA in the rear will assist since the bad characteristics are caused by lowering the car and that helps to undo it a little. but ultimately adjustable multilink arms will give the most control over your wheel position.  

First JZS16X 2GS with MAX VIP coilovers : CHRISPY

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02444.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02451.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02454.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02457.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02455.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02459.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02464.jpg[/img]

Damn I am definetly picking these up soon. Both GS look so damn sexy

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;390191]Alright heres what we are working on next:
Lexus 
LS 400 (UCF20) 1994–2000
LS 430 (UCF30) 2000-2007
LS 460 (USF40-USF41) 2006-Present
GS 300-430-460 (GRS190-GRS191-URS191) 2005–2007-Present
IS 300 (SXE10-JCE10) 2001-2005
Toyota
Previa / Estima (TCR10-XR10) 1991-1997
Bb / Xb (NCP30) up to 2006
Prius (XW20) 2003–2009
Nissan/Infiniti
Cima / Q45 (F50) 2002-2006
Gloria / M45 (Y34) 2003-2004 




You can cut the strut tower hole for more travel if you want to keep your camber gain or you could correct the geometry in the front more by cutting and splicing the spindle neck. Im sure RCA in the rear will assist since the bad characteristics are caused by lowering the car and that helps to undo it a little. but ultimately adjustable multilink arms will give the most control over your wheel position.  

First JZS16X 2GS with MAX VIP coilovers : CHRISPY

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02444.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02451.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02454.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02457.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02455.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02459.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02464.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]

Ok, I'm getting jealous here! Any chance of you adding the Odyssey RA1  to this list? I have been wanting to do a cup setup, and am advised that  they will work on my Teins, but that it is not suggested... It's no  secret that the Vanning culture is spreading through the US... I'd be  willing to drop one of my two Odyssey's over there so that all the  necessary work can be done... Here's a lil inspiration:

[IMG]http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss132/chicagoboynaz/GarsonOdytx2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss132/chicagoboynaz/5158424049_13dee73c32_o.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/222759_865626365989_32805169_42201891_6804635_n.jpg[/IMG]

These are just a few that are stateside, two of the three are on used setups.. there are no options stateside...

Tried calling and ordering stuff for my customers, but paypal only? I know its like the thing of the future.. but, kinda weak in my opinion. Been frauded way to many times by it, and only use credit for ordering through my business now.

Need to fix that, gain more customers this way. Since more people like using credit cards now days to rack up debt. And our economy proves this lol

Sorry you don't like paypal. They are just a credit card processor bound by the rules of visa and MasterCard just like all the others, maybe the person on the other end of your past transactions has defrauded you but that has nothing to do with us. You can drop a check in the mail and avoid them all together. 

[IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1298949752_2_FT0_dsc01264.jpg[/IMG]

I'm all about the vanning, I have the only ElGrand in the USA, made custom coilovers for it. I can do the same for you.

I'm sure if you make the 2008+ xB an affordable option, people will buy.  But most Scion owners are very budget conscious.  
I'm hoping to find different rear spring rates for the 'beehive' type springs my KSports have.  I don't think Swift has anything for that.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;390272]Sorry you don't like paypal. They are just a credit card processor bound by the rules of visa and MasterCard just like all the others, maybe the person on the other end of your past transactions has defrauded you but that has nothing to do with us. You can drop a check in the mail and avoid them all together. [/QUOTE]

lol maybe i will. It has been hacked before from someone in Indo, and another from Canada. But you cant build credit with paypal like a mastercard :P

Either way, i will be using my friends paypal to make the purchase here shortly. I hope fender rollers will roll in soon as we need a new one.

No one makes a good variety of spring rates for the "beehive" spring, plus the perches are never very adjustable. Therefore converting cars to true coil-over-damper in the rear is my preference if possible.

WHAT??!?! Chrispy got rid of his air?! CRAZY.  glad to see this venture seems to be paying off for you!

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;390279]lol maybe i will. It has been hacked before from someone in Indo, and another from Canada. But you cant build credit with paypal like a mastercard :P

Either way, i will be using my friends paypal to make the purchase here shortly. I hope fender rollers will roll in soon as we need a new one.[/QUOTE]

kouki, you can still pay through paypal using a credit card, rather than using your savings/checking account(s) -- it's one of the options you can select before actually paying.

[QUOTE=][IMG]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1298949752_2_FT0_dsc01264.jpg[/IMG]

I'm all about the vanning, I have the only ElGrand in the USA, made custom coilovers for it. I can do the same for you.[/QUOTE]

I know! I watched your build with great anticipation, and was really waiting to see it at the AF VIP Festival last November... even asked if you were coming... 

Custom sounds expensive.... shoot me some guesstimates and then we can go from there... more than likely, I'll want 2 pair... maybe the troops can be rallied so that more will be purchased.... Also, with them being custom, what will likely be the warranty offered, since again the work will be custom..

[QUOTE=cheez80;390319]kouki, you can still pay through paypal using a credit card, rather than using your savings/checking account(s) -- it's one of the options you can select before actually paying.[/QUOTE]


Bingo. I've been using PayPal over a decade now and never had a single problem, I even have a PayPal credit card lol.  But yeah, if you pay with your credit card, you're protected by your credit card company just like you would be at any store.

[QUOTE=BAHC;390303]WHAT??!?! Chrispy got rid of his air?! CRAZY.  glad to see this venture seems to be paying off for you![/QUOTE]
Well it seems that Chris was tired of replacing bags and dampers for the time being.  However he tells me his driveway is pretty crazy so we talked at length about bag upgrades in the future which is not straightforward at all on the 2GS...but I have all of the measurements to make it happen if he and others want an air system based on this coilover system.  If we go there Im sure I can make the UA bag more reliable and the dampers life will be reduced but we will be there to support people with reasonably priced replacements.     
I think it will be quite a while until anything pays off, we are just at the "tip of the ice burg" of VIP spec parts development so we still have a lot of investment in time and money ahead of us at the moment. 
[QUOTE=lowvanu2;390321]I know! I watched your build with great anticipation, and was really waiting to see it at the AF VIP Festival last November... even asked if you were coming... 

Custom sounds expensive.... shoot me some guesstimates and then we can go from there... more than likely, I'll want 2 pair... maybe the troops can be rallied so that more will be purchased.... Also, with them being custom, what will likely be the warranty offered, since again the work will be custom..[/QUOTE]
Sorry I missed you then.  How many are we talking about? If there is enough then maybe I can pay for the development costs and make it a part of our regular offerings and sell at no added cost to the end users.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;390283]No one makes a good variety of spring rates for the "beehive" spring, plus the perches are never very adjustable. Therefore converting cars to true coil-over-damper in the rear is my preference if possible.[/QUOTE]
 Are you going to make the rear xB/bB's a true coil-over setup?  
I'm intrigued to see the outcome!  :biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;390191][img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02455.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1306280453_2_FT8319_dsc02459.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]

cant believe thats static!! can i get a rolling video of this? :biggthumpup:

It's actually not low enough. I'm gonna lower it another inch in the front and half an inch in the rear next week after the springs settle. It rides very smooth, much less rebound than my air suspension. It's stiff but not bouncy. Very controlled. And the best part is nothing hits or rubs!

Ya, we should have took some video because when he was accelerating or hitting bumps or taking corners with 3 people in the car his rim lip was tucking in the fender. I was watching it the whole time we were cruising from the side view mirror. 
We should stick a go pro camera on it lol. It's legit. And he totally has the exhaust ground clearance to go lower.

[QUOTE=xseveredveganx;390416]Are you going to make the rear xB/bB's a true coil-over setup?  
I'm intrigued to see the outcome!  :biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]

I need to do a measuring sesh on the car to see if it can be done.

WOW !!!!!
This thread blew up !!!!!
Dan your a hard workin owner gettin on all these builds. Congrats on the success and progress, things are lookin great.
And congrats to the homies gettin to be the guinea pigs hahah, glad to see more cars running c/o's too :biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=Brokey33;390631]WOW !!!!!
This thread blew up !!!!!
Dan your a hard workin owner gettin on all these builds. Congrats on the success and progress, things are lookin great.
And congrats to the homies gettin to be the guinea pigs hahah, glad to see more cars running c/o's too :biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]

ooh shyt Mr. SettingTheBar himself! when you bringing the Y out? i need some inspiration!!

[QUOTE=CubanGS;390634]ooh shyt Mr. SettingTheBar himself! when you bringing the Y out? i need some inspiration!![/QUOTE]

It's under re-construction. 
Made some new shit and was able to install it last weekend, I'm itchin to drive it and test it now hahaha but I can't just yet

[QUOTE=Brokey33;390640]It's under re-construction. 
Made some new shit and was able to install it last weekend, I'm itchin to drive it and test it now hahaha but I can't just yet[/QUOTE]

cant wait to see what you got instore homie!!:biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;389289]
Heres the car with the frame a couple inches off the ground, and the coilovers still have plenty of space drop to drop it on the ground.  Waiting on customer to redo the exhaust and or buy subframe risers before it goes any lower. [/QUOTE]

would the subframe risers on your webpage for the s14 work for the Y33?

[QUOTE=dzznuts671;390663]cant wait to see what you got instore homie!!:biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]
Thanks bro, and I'm lookin forward to yours =)

[QUOTE=dzznuts671;390664]would the subframe risers on your webpage for the s14 work for the Y33?[/QUOTE]

Yup :dance:

[IMG]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MN469XAlDlQ/S2j55d1h9vI/AAAAAAAAAUs/OkTUw1o8PU8/s800/Links3.JPG[/IMG]

[QUOTE=Brokey33;390666]Thanks bro, and I'm lookin forward to yours =)



Yup :dance:

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THANKS JOSH!! your car is my insperation!!:biggthumpup:

Mine too! :biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=Brokey33;390666]Thanks bro, and I'm lookin forward to yours =)



Yup :dance:

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:bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowdown:

[QUOTE=Brokey33;390666]Thanks bro, and I'm lookin forward to yours =)



Yup :dance:

[IMG]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MN469XAlDlQ/S2j55d1h9vI/AAAAAAAAAUs/OkTUw1o8PU8/s800/Links3.JPG[/IMG][/QUOTE]

Nicely done :biggthumpup:

[QUOTE=PANCAKES!;390730]Mine too! :biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]

+1 every since i saw it in person at AF.=)

the VIP coilovers in action!!

[url]http://youtu.be/aLADTH03CzE[/url]
[url]http://youtu.be/CCZP5bOSJUw[/url]
[url]http://youtu.be/K4gweMJgRu0[/url]
[url]http://youtu.be/6T3D25L_zhM[/url]

Anyone get good pix of you at the meet?  I think its really hard to catch this car in the right light with a camera since the black lip does not make the good fitment as obvious as a car with polished lips.  

There is only a precious few seconds in the vid where you can see the shine of the rim lip to see how on point the fitment is while rolling. 

I guess thats the point of the videos though, your gangster fitment is not just for a still shot but thats how you roll all day long.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;400411]Anyone get good pix of you at the meet?  I think its really hard to catch this car in the right light with a camera since the black lip does not make the good fitment as obvious as a car with polished lips.  

There is only a precious few seconds in the vid where you can see the shine of the rim lip to see how on point the fitment is while rolling. 

I guess thats the point of the videos though, your gangster fitment is not just for a still shot but thats how you roll all day long.[/QUOTE]

thank you sir! my car has a tendancy on making pictures darker than normal! :shrug:

[IMG]http://vipstylecars.com/main/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/IMG_6624.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6138/5951971762_8e087d1025_b.jpg[/IMG]

[QUOTE=CubanGS;400442]thank you sir! my car has a tendancy on making pictures darker than normal! :shrug:[/QUOTE]
Well dah!!!
Your ride's so gangster that no camera wants to capture it's true image =)

its a soul taker is why

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;400454]its a soul taker is why[/QUOTE]


:biggthumpup:

damn cuban those black lips on your rims fuck with my eyes. I always think that your rims are smaller than they are and they look sunken >_<

yea well fuck that theory check these out!!

[IMG]http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6006/5954242822_2f7c9b1410_z.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6143/5954238042_bfaaf096ae_z.jpg[/IMG]

Cuban you're making black lips look better than they ever have. Looks fresh as hell man. It was in the air between a 1st gen gs and a 33 q45 for me and I ended up with an infiniti.


Here's mine sitting on the vip specs.

[IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v376/Ollie125/631e2847.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v376/Ollie125/c9395111.jpg[/IMG]

gotta remove the bottom 2 collars up front and see where that gets me

Just waiting on small spacers, camber arms and toe arms. I had an appointment to get my exhaust tucked on monday but I had to cancel. Going back next week. then I'm going lowwww and tucking those 12Js=]

[QUOTE=Ollie;400663]Cuban you're making black lips look better than they ever have. Looks fresh as hell man. It was in the air between a 1st gen gs and a 33 q45 for me and I ended up with an infiniti.


Here's mine sitting on the vip specs.

[IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v376/Ollie125/631e2847.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v376/Ollie125/c9395111.jpg[/IMG]

gotta remove the bottom 2 collars up front and see where that gets me

Just waiting on small spacers, camber arms and toe arms. I had an appointment to get my exhaust tucked on monday but I had to cancel. Going back next week. then I'm going lowwww and tucking those 12Js=][/QUOTE]

nice!! i need to make an appt with Dan to have my RUCAs modified im tired of banging fenders on wheels lips! i need them things to tuck in just a bit! i could tuck 12s all day....... fucken 12.5Js =/

[QUOTE=CubanGS;400699]nice!! i need to make an appt with Dan to have my RUCAs modified im tired of banging fenders on wheels lips! i need them things to tuck in just a bit! i could tuck 12s all day....... fucken 12.5Js =/[/QUOTE]

Hahah I love it. So fucking widee. Are yours 18s or 19s? Also how low do your coils go up front? I'm not getting as much low as I wanted out of these PBMs up front. The rears are money but the fronts I wanna get to brokey33 status. Lol 


So right now I have my dampers spun as far as possible into the lower mounts, both bottom collars removed from both sides and the spring collar spun all the way to the bottom against the lower mount. Dan keeps telling me that if I can spin the dampers more into the lower mounts(by trimming some more of the oem sleeves or whatever) that will lower the car and I keep saying that will only change damper stroke if the spring collar is always up against the bottom mount(ride height stays the same). The collars can only go down as far as the lower mounts though so when I spin the dampers in more the collars have to come up the same amount(duh lol). So if I'm missing something as to how this would lower the car someone please explain or is this not the lowest the coils go? Feel free to chime in Dan but we've been talking in circles in emails and we both keep saying the same thing

Ps Dan I'm not raising the car;-] lol my other cars are significantly lower and Ive been dailying like that for years

Pic of the ground clearance after the collar came out please.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;400834]Pic of the ground clearance after the collar came out please.[/QUOTE]

I'll get some pics for you real soon man. I'm going to send you one more email cuz I can't believe were not on the same page yet.. Like it's totally obvious that this is the lowest they go so I don't understand why you keep arguing differently

I prefer you don't clutter this thread with that exhaustive email chain, feel free to start a new thread if you need public opinion on your ride height and our failure to communicate

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;400839]I prefer you don't clutter this thread with that exhaustive email chain, feel free to start a new thread if you need public opinion on your ride height and our failure to communicate[/QUOTE]

You don't want me to post pics of the lowest point of these coilovers in here? Lol I'm sure someone interested would want to see

Yes post the pic. He is just asking for you to keep the emails between you two there, and just post pics for all of us to see the coils and your set up.

ollie, is that the lowest the front goes with all of the collars and an 18" wheel?

Another Y33 install. Totally stock except coilovers so we kept this one pretty conservative so he could maintain alignment on all the stock parts. 

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311820838_2_FT6140_dsc02713.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311820838_2_FT6140_dsc02715.jpg[/img]

First Y34 install for testing, Stock will arrive soon. 


The challanging part of the install is cutting the front strut tube. You want to cut it as low as possible (to maximize your lowest possible ride height adjustment) while still being able to connect a weld to the top hole on the bottom of the front lower mount. 
The little tab on the outside of the strut tube base gets ground off too.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02719.jpg[/img]
cover the welds with undercoat preferably, or black spray paint so it does not rust. 
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02724.jpg[/img]
The gold rear lower mount bolt here is stock.  Its too short for the aftermarket parts install. 
The replacement black one is an M12x1.25t bolt thats about 1cm longer than OEM.
New washers and a nylon lock nut are also used because the OEM lower mount has threads on one side.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02721.jpg[/img]
Rear installed.  
This is a true rear coil-over-damper conversion that achieves much more adjustability and spring choices than stock.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02725.jpg[/img]
Kevin was smart enough to have a muffler shop reroute his pipes higher than stock.
However at these settings there is still not too much ground clearance, and these coilovers can go way way lower.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02730.jpg[/img]
In the front the car has the OEM cats in place and with plenty more room to lower the car, there is only 1 inch of clearance.
This was still high enough to clear most any common variations in the street but we avoided speed bumps on the test drive.  
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02732.jpg[/img]
We ran just a little negative camber in the front to let the wheels turn while the tires tucked in the fender. 
The gold part here is the garnish that stays on the coilover.  
There is also a gold adjuster that slips in the center of the garnish but you dont leave it on while driving. 
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02734.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02739.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02741.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02742.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02743.jpg[/img]
We left the wheel well liners in which gave a little rub on hard cornering. 
They should come out of we go lower but its nice to retain them when ever possible. 
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02744.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02748.jpg[/img]
We used some MAX slip on spacers to dial the fitment, which makes a nice subtle accent behind the wheel too.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02750.jpg[/img]
I love the Y34, such a nice car.  The rear suspension design is for superior to Y33, and the feel is more like the lexus GS than the Y33. 
After the car was equipped with the MAX coilovers, the ride is confidently firm, yet comfortable at this amazing static ride height.
[img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1311821626_2_FT0_dsc02752.jpg[/img]

:eek2::eek2::eek2:


Was just telling Chrisy I'm looking at one of these as a second car...these coils will be a must if I pull the trigger.

Thanks to all at psMAX!!!! The 100 or so mile ride home was so much fun, I caught myself cruising along and looked at the speedo and thought "oh shit, I can't be cruising along at 100!" LOL, it's so smooth and re-assuring, I feel I could take on anyone now. The ride is tight and firm, not harsh, jarring or anything. Can definitely go lower if I decide to, but I'm a fan of simple VIP and like the subtle, aggressive look. Today on the way to work at a light a guy in a G35 was creeping along next to me with his head out checking out the fittment.

Since leaving psMAX yesterday I've put a few more miles on the car, my ride to work and back plus the harrowing trip into my son's pre-school parking lot (looks like it's been bombed by a fleet of jets), and over the 2 train track sets I cross, which I STILL hit at 45-50 mph with nothing more than an inch or two clearance. I love my car more than I ever have, it's a pleasure to drive, and it looks exactly how I want it to. That my friends is "win win".

I did feel the rear was a little soft so I set the rear shocks to full firm today which helped the minor tire rub under full throttle and big bumps and I am going to add more front camber to get it back to the look I like w/ a little more camber in front than the rear, but that's it. 

I can't say enough about the professionalism, the attention to detail and super high quality of these suspension parts.

^^^^^Good stuff!

Kevin@@@@@ Sickkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

I want to go with PBM coils, but I don't want to start off with off the shelf spring rates and then shell out extra $$$ to upgrade them (which I think is pointless for a person who knows what they need). Regardless I need it custom out the box.

I bet if you said you wanted specific rates, you can swap them out, but Dan would have to confirm that.

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;402131]I bet if you said you wanted specific rates, you can swap them out, but Dan would have to confirm that.[/QUOTE]

Already asked that back in page 8 and here was the reply...

Similar to our Competition Coilovers in Features and our Pro Coilovers in Appearance, the VIP coilover provides lots of performance and style at a reasonable price. 

key features:
Full tap independent adjustments
Aggressive damping range with fast adjust:
Allows you to do 32 clicks of damping change in just 10 clicks!
Pillow ball upper mount on front AND REAR!
Replaceable shock & customizable spring available to special order in custom Kg (even numbers only) .
Billet T6061 lightweight aluminum Lower mount with urethane bushing.
All aluminum components are hard anodized
High rigidity/High precision piston rod design exceeds racing standards 
Adjustable to super low ride height 
Full thread tap piston and locking collar allows vehicle height to be adjusted independent of the spring preload. 
2 collar wrenches are included.
Light weight T6061 aluminum spring perch and locking collar designed to bear the weight of vehicle
Spring upper perch provides independance between the spring and the pillowball. 


The GS spring rates are 12KG F 8KG R

If you want, you can go +/- 2 KG on the out of the box damper. 
[b]Additional springs can be purchased for $60/pair ( black )[/b]
Additional dampers are $100, you can special order a damper to match a spring that is out of the original dampers range. 
[b]But spec on paper is not the whole story, before you go special ordering stuff you should probably try it as-is, see how it feels to you, and your individual situation and go from there.[/b]

Maybe I can do the spring swap and upgrade, but I wasn't so clear with the answer from there. If I can that would be great. I honestly do not want to try what comes out the box and continue from there, because then it'll be my lost.

Well, I guess if you want to go more than 14/10 which would be +2kg each, you'd have to pay extra $60 per set, so total $120 more, still, that's not bad at all!!

Yes you can get a custom setup but that can really delay the delivery time.
also its a bit hard to judge what you want to change about our suspension based on your knowledge of another brand because different brands use different valving strategy, and the spring materials and character can vary a lot even within the same KG rating. KG rates are really like an average and they dont really tell you how it will actually feel, or how linear or progressive the spring is.  Spring testing can have dyno sheets just like dampers but no one ever publishes that info for some reason. 

So in short its nice to have an accurate reference point by using the out of the box spec first.  We actually think carefully about what we put in the box to begin with.  

You can go +/- 2KG in either direction and stay in the dampers range.  Springs are available in even numbered KG only.  

or you can go more than a 2KG change and get custom dampers. 

Its faster to get unfinished custom rate springs (in black) and slower to get the gold coated springs in some rate that we dont mass produce.

Dan,

 Thanks for your input. I'm sending you a pm.

Dara

Thanks!  I was not trying to talk you out of it, just want everyone to be informed about the details on spl order.

No worries. I just felt like I didn't need to clutter up your thread with it. Which is why I sent a pm.

Thanks,
Dara

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;402158]Well, I guess if you want to go more than 14/10 which would be +2kg each, you'd have to pay extra $60 per set, so total $120 more, still, that's not bad at all!![/QUOTE]
 
 
dampers usually are good for a range of +/-2kg so you can run a 8,10, or 12 spring rate on the same damper.  itd be more than 120, because he'd need new dampers as well.

[QUOTE=BAHC;402340]dampers usually are good for a range of +/-2kg so you can run a 8,10, or 12 spring rate on the same damper.  itd be more than 120, because he'd need new dampers as well.[/QUOTE]

agree, new dampers plus new springs.

[QUOTE=cheez80;400844]ollie, is that the lowest the front goes with all of the collars and an 18" wheel?[/QUOTE]Yeah. Removing the collars still doesn't get it low enough and besides you lose the height adjustment fine tuning that I need.  I am going to cut the springs=/ because I can't afford new springs ATM and want to get low with full adjustability

[QUOTE=DpromGS;402126]Kevin@@@@@ Sickkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

I want to go with PBM coils, but I don't want to start off with off the shelf spring rates and then shell out extra $$$ to upgrade them (which I think is pointless for a person who knows what they need). Regardless I need it custom out the box.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, this is why I didn't really want them either because I wanted something with much higher rates which they wouldn't do but at the end of the day I'm just a poor college kid so I can't be all that picky. lol  I mean they do the job I guess.  I was planning to eventually get stiffer springs but you'd definitely need new dampers especially at those rates as my car bounces around like crazy with the current rates and valving

Are your front springs even preloaded still? That could be why it's bouncy. Won't cutting your springs void whatever warranty you may have.

[QUOTE=Ollie;402575]Yeah. Removing the collars still doesn't get it low enough and besides you lose the height adjustment fine tuning that I need.  I am going to cut the springs=/ because I can't afford new springs ATM and want to get low with full adjustability


Yeah, this is why I didn't really want them either because I wanted something with much higher rates which they wouldn't do but at the end of the day I'm just a poor college kid so I can't be all that picky. lol  I mean they do the job I guess.  I was planning to eventually get stiffer springs but you'd definitely need new dampers especially at those rates as my car bounces around like crazy with the current rates and valving[/QUOTE]

I think your problem, is that your mounts weren't mounted at the very bottom. I've seen other local Y33's with the MAX coils and they're lower than you. The front of my Y34 is the exact same setup and my car is lower than yours and could go lower still.  I have about 2" clearance below the rear subframe, and I think the standard rates are pretty good. I'm low and I have a pretty good ride quality.

The installer/welder can effect the ride height ability of the coilovers on Y33 and Y34 installations.  Its all about where you cut the OEM strut tube, the higher you cut the tube the higher the minimum ride height will be. the lower you cut the tube, the lower the car can go. 

Ollie, lets see some pix of the coilover with the wheel turned so I can see your install on your front knuckle and the settings of the collars, and a measurement of the depth your lower mount has inside for the aftermarket damper before it hits the cut OEM strut tube, and a shot of the top plate camber setting and a pic of a lug nut against the cat under the car showing the ground clearance like I showed on Kevin's car.

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;402643]I think your problem, is that your mounts weren't mounted at the very bottom. I've seen other local Y33's with the MAX coils and they're lower than you. The front of my Y34 is the exact same setup and my car is lower than yours and could go lower still.  I have about 2" clearance below the rear subframe, and I think the standard rates are pretty good. I'm low and I have a pretty good ride quality.[/QUOTE]
Yeah I hear what you're saying but I assure you that my mounts are installed at the very bottom. There's really no other way of doing it, not sure why anyone would mount them higher up haha. I did just run out to the car to make 100% sure haha. You got any pics of the other 33s running these?  If I were on 19s they'd probably do the trick but because I'm on 18s I need to go lower.



The amount of depth that the lower mount has for the damper to screw in would only effect damper stroke which would effect ride quality, yes. It would only limit how low I could go if I were to end up on the bump stops but I assure you I am not.

I think you're doing it wrong. Threading the coilover into the lower mount will not effect stroke but overall length of the coilover. If you're adjusting it right you should never lose shock travel hence never being on the bumpstops.

[QUOTE=nizzan4u2nv;403356]I think you're doing it wrong. Threading the coilover into the lower mount will not effect stroke but overall length of the coilover. If you're adjusting it right you should never lose shock travel hence never being on the bumpstops.[/QUOTE]

Nah picture this scenario:

I have the damper spun all the way but 1" to the bottom.  I have my locking collars spun all the way down to the lower mount.  I then spin the locking collars up 1" and then spin the damper down 1" into the mount which would make it spun all the way in(and would result in the locking collars still being down at the bottom against the lower mount). This would keep ride height the same(lowest point with the collars in), and create more stroke. Right?

That should lower your car 1in and keep the stroke the same. You would effectively be decreasing the distance between the lca and shock tower thus lowering the car. Unless I read it wrong but I read it like 5 times. 

There should be only one locking collar for the lower mount.

Sorry for my laziness. I am sure my question has been answered several times, but are these direct bolt on for Y33?

need to cut the spindle off your stocks and weld like almost all the other y33 options.

Would be able to refer me to a place that does this in Houston?

hit up OG on here. his shop can handle stuff like this.

[QUOTE=nizzan4u2nv;403370]That should lower your car 1in and keep the stroke the same. You would effectively be decreasing the distance between the lca and shock tower thus lowering the car. Unless I read it wrong but I read it like 5 times. 
 
There should be only one locking collar for the lower mount.[/QUOTE]
 
 
this is how ive always lowered my vehicles

Has anyone used these w/ air? Just curious how well the strut will hold up to the abuse...

[QUOTE=ticket_target;403689]Has anyone used these w/ air? Just curious how well the strut will hold up to the abuse...[/QUOTE]

you know max mostly makes "drift" parts right? i'm sure their coilovers can handle any abuse you can throw at them...

sent you another PM Dan.

No one has used these dampers with air.  Our dampers are very robust, they last many years without failure but like any damper if you under or over spring it, the damper must work harder so it's life will be shorter. Air bags are like infinitely variable springs.  

However I bet there is only a certain useful range of PSI that baggers use, so the intelligent question is what is the KG equivalent of the useful pressure range in your bags? Maybe Universal Air knows the answer.

i've tried to figure out  that equation berfore but there is no way to convert psi to kg/mm since they are different types of measurement. it has to be measured.

I could take a bag and put it on the spring dyno next time I go to Japan, but I think someone in the industry has to (well should have) done this already. I'm just the new guy here.

you would think. truth is the guys who care about that kind of stuff ride coils. :biggthumpup:

someone once told me universal air had that data, but i've never seen such a chart. ???!?!?!?!!

edited

Definitely the most beautiful static setup around, makes my Stance LX+ look like cold meatloaf

Lol!! Yeah I can't wait. Talked to Dan today to get a set for a customer. I will post pics here with a  product review. From what Dan said on the overal compressed height if you were to lower it all the way it's 13.5 inches. I don't think my sexystyle coils for the 14 are that short. Either way love their products the overal concept is genious. Buyer and supporter til the death of me haha.

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;404919]Lol!! Yeah I can't wait. Talked to Dan today to get a set for a customer. I will post pics here with a  product review. From what Dan said on the overal compressed height if you were to lower it all the way it's 13.5 inches. I don't think my sexystyle coils for the 14 are that short. Either way love their products the overal concept is genious. Buyer and supporter til the death of me haha.[/QUOTE]

I just spoke with Dan also over the phone. I'll be placing an order really soon.

Dara

LIBERTY showing some love on the blog!!

[url]http://liberty-vip.com/2011/07/28/updates-kevins-new-suspension/[/url]

Thanks for the shout out on the blog guys!

Dara, your special order can be finished at the factory by the end of August which would arrive here by ocean and pass customs by the end of September.  

Optionally you could pay more for air freight and get them in the beginning of september.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;405103]

Dara, your special order can be finished at the factory by the end of August which would arrive here by ocean and pass customs by the end of September.  

Optionally you could pay more for air freight and get them in the beginning of september.[/QUOTE]

Sweet!! Definitely will be discussing about the air freight when I call you again for the order. Thanks Dan!!

Dara

I can't wait to have you back in the game Dara!!

[QUOTE=F.L.S.;405137]I can't wait to have you back in the game Dara!![/QUOTE]


Thanks Kevin!!

=) I can't wait myself!!!! I'm itching to scar the ground :giggity:

i love this place =X 

[url]http://www.flickr.com/photos/cadiluva/sets/72157627444546302/[/url]

[IMG]http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6186/6048521822_9b1c846d4f_z.jpg[/IMG]

Whoa!!! Is that a pbm uca?

No, today we did a steering knuckle modification where we shortened the gooseneck connection to the (existing) UCA so it does not hit the car, and so it does not max out the ball joint.  We also put 18 and 14 KG springs and matching dampers in the coil overs.

[QUOTE=nizzan4u2nv;405951]Whoa!!! Is that a pbm uca?[/QUOTE]

nope those are coming soon =X

[QUOTE=CubanGS;405962]nope those are coming soon =X[/QUOTE]

That is exciting. Hopefully the ucf20 gets some love.:biggthumpup:

Dan where the pics at??? LOL :giggity:

[QUOTE=CubanGS;405946]i love this place =X 

[url]http://www.flickr.com/photos/cadiluva/sets/72157627444546302/[/url]

[IMG]http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6186/6048521822_9b1c846d4f_z.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]

Dude why didn't they smooth out that weld, looks [B]modified [/B]:smiley-rofl:

So after picking up my very own set of Max Coilovers couple weeks ago, I'll be getting them installed tomorrow...Can't wait! & looking forward to the new stance on my Y33 by this time tomorrow=)

[QUOTE=Juzzo;406097]Dude why didn't they smooth out that weld, looks [B]modified [/B]:smiley-rofl:[/QUOTE]

you know your right! i should have just gold plated it too!!! :pat: :smiley-rofl:

Well at least you guys don't have to go through yearly tight-ass government inspection where every non-oem part of your car is a deadly sin, and also u gotta pay a hundred for that shit =)

Disobey and pay couple g's ... Nutzz ROFL

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nice video! cant wait to see in person! :biggthumpup:

sent you another PM Dan.

am i making any commission here?! LMFAO!!! the video is soooo sick thanks DAN!!!!

Any ETA for us LS430 people?

I'm down to drive from AZ if you need measurements.

Well I know what coilovers I'm gettin' for my Y33 when I get some money.

[QUOTE=Bleu Bandana;408177]Well I know what coilovers I'm gettin' for my Y33 when I get some money.[/QUOTE]
 
Just installed these on my Y33, and I couldn't be any more happier:biggthumpup:
Thanks again Dan
 
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y34?

[QUOTE=the_coupe;408220]y34?[/QUOTE]

Look a few pages back (page 13), Dan's write up on the 1st Y34 coils install on my car is on there.

I've been riding on them for 5 weeks now, I still love them!!!

Who do I contact for a price?

[QUOTE=Aesop;408081]Any ETA for us LS430 people?
I'm down to drive from AZ if you need measurements.[/QUOTE]
UCF30 - I dont need to do a measuring session because the parts are finished already.  What I do need is a fantastic looking car to install the first set on & take pix.  So if yours fits that description, and you want to drive over here and buy some coilovers, I'll install them for free. 

Same deal for the 

IS 300 XE10
LS 400 UCF20
GS 430 UZS190

If y'all know someone local to So-Cali with those cars who needs coilovers. 

[QUOTE=LowNdSlow;408204]Just installed these on my Y33, and I couldn't be any more happier:biggthumpup:
Thanks again Dan
[/QUOTE]
That pic is hot = ) 
I posted it on my website (if you dont mind) 
[QUOTE=4DGS;408341]Who do I contact for a price?[/QUOTE]
The VIP coilovers are $1250 USD plus shipping - the GS stock is finishing production this week at the factory and will be available in 1 month.

How much for a fully custom "short" setup for a Gs 400 like chris' car
Like 22/19K springs 
My car will never be on anything less than a 5 inch drop and will never be more than three fingers off the ground and I drive fast  so I need something crazy

it does not cost anything extra to order custom springs and dampers it just takes time, like 2 months

springs are in even KG only so maybe 22/20

if you want it faster it will cost a lot more.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;408389]UCF30 - I dont need to do a measuring session because the parts are finished already.  What I do need is a fantastic looking car to install the first set on & take pix.  So if yours fits that description, and you want to drive over here and buy some coilovers, I'll install them for free. 

Same deal for the 

IS 300 XE10
LS 400 UCF20
GS 430 UZS190[/QUOTE]

Ah, my car is stock at the moment. Ive always done suspension first, then I can work out the rim sizing and offsets after my ride height is determined. 

When will the UCF30 coilovers be available for purchase?

I think that's the usual order of things for most cars.  Suspension then wheels.

But it seems the VIP car thing to do may be to search the web for other cars that have the look you want and then using known sizes and offsets for your application, order the wheels and suspension together so that the fenders can be modded appropriately and painted if there is major work needed.  You need the wheels and suspension before the body work starts, and it seems the VIP crowd may be less likely to drive around in an under construction state versus a honda or nissan driver.

Maybe 3 months till we are stocked up with your application.

What can I get for PBM coilovers for an s13? I was on the site and saw a few diffrent options, I want to go as low as possible and slide around every corner I see fit (but not when putting the publics safty in danger, that would not be cool)

You can choose from the competition or pro models.  It depends on your power level and budget and the desired level in drifting you wish to reach. Maybe the comp is slightly lower but with both types you will remove collars in the front to be all the way on the ground.

wait wut you guys have coils for ucf2x now?! 0_o

Some Lexus love!! Here is what we have been working on lately, need some hot local cars to fit these pre production units on to.  Hit me up if you are interested and the car is handsome enough to be posted on our site. 

Lexus IS 300 First generation (XE10) Comp Coilovers
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Lexus LS 400 (UCF20) 1994-2000 VIP  coilovers
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Lexus LS 430 (UCF30) 2000-2006 VIP Coilover
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Lexus GS 350 (GRS191) and GS 430 (UZS190) 2005-2007 VIP Coilover
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Key chain - MAX Mini Coilover ~ it actually works!
If you push on the top and bottom, the piston and spring compresses, and rebounds. 
The lower mount can be unscrewed and the damper piston can be seen inside. 
The cable has a threaded knurled coupler to attach keys, leyless entry remotes etc. 
Copper Plated spring, Gold Annodized mounts & laser logo just like the real MAX coilovers!
[URL="http://secure.ultracart.com/cgi-bin/UCEditor?merchantId=MAXUS&ADD=COKC"]Just $10+sh[/URL]

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assuming prices are same as on the site for the lexus coils

I am gonna drop by to pick up those coilovers asap! (key chain) lol
seriously though
:biggthumpup:

such a great thing for our community that youre offering all these products...i forsee a LOT of cars on vsc rocking these coils...im having my boy pick up a set for his genesis as well.

Same price blkvip

Checking to see when the Y34's coils are going to be available?

finally an application for ucf20! I'll be making the order very soon!

Dan sent you another PM.

Thanks,
Dara

[QUOTE=xceptwutuc;411506]Checking to see when the Y34's coils are going to be available?[/QUOTE]

end of october

Are the keychains limited run? I want one but don't want to order it until I order my coils.

no, I have plenty.

any news on the JZS147/ JZS161 FUCAs? =)

should test fit ucf20 on a 10... if you design them for a 20 they may not go low enough on a 10.

PBM coils in action =)


[QUOTE=Vincent;412494]Alexisthemovie filmed this while riding shotgun in my car at the WFC meet. Straight killin' it




[youtube]CDWPhySn8y8[/youtube][/QUOTE]

DOPE STATUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looking right Chris!!!

Finished putting a set of PBM's  on a customer car a bit ago. Did a small review video. Soon to be up. Super impressed with them!

dang, cant wait to see!

Its just an s13.. hahaha A special one at that. One owner s13 off the show room floor. KA-T turbo since mid 90s!

Here is some pics of it, sorry video not up yet.. :( working on getting some rolling footage as well:
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before
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Rolled the fenders with the PBM roller :biggthumpup: Though, since he is using a q45 diff, and axles the cv end sheared the screw drive bolt. Didnt have spacers to put on so I had to get creative. As I was rolling outwards the inner nut got closer to the CV. (may want to look into anyone else having this problem.

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Little bit lower in the front
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We didnt go to low cause the down pipe scrapes on his drive way and crowns of roads at the moment. We will fab this so we can drop it down a bit more.

But I say, perfect coilovers for a man who is 44 years old and still in the game hella strong. and! his first set of coilovers too!! He is more of a drag racer than a drifter, but these were very comfortable for him.

Thanks DAN!:dance:

Also, i forgot to mention that the rear rotating collar hits his upper control arm. He does have after market ones.. the only way to get around this was to not use the bottom collar as it prevented getting the coilover on the spindle

I can't wait to get a set of these!

[QUOTE=CubanGS;412578]PBM coils in action =)[/QUOTE]
that shit is unreal 3:00 - 3:45

just edit that clip and watch that part over and over, lol

stickers in the lips so I can see them?  I like that!

Nice!!! Another set of Volk gt7s

We have a successful test fit on the pre-production coilovers for: Lexus IS 300 First generation (XE10) 1998-2005 Altezza 

MAX Competition Coilovers 12kg F, 8kg R

This is good enough for our initial fit, but there is loads of room to go lower = )

Car is wearing TE37 18x10.5+15 225-40-18 and 17x10+18 215-40-17 in the front for now, but we'll switch it up and get it more dialed soon probably with 18" in front.  
 
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my car on the vip specs

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will be going MUCH lower no worries:biggthumpup:

whose worried? Your oil pan! hahaha

Just fitted the pre-production coilovers on Freddy's new Autofashion LS.

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:biggthumpup:

Oh I likes. How about some of these for a SC430?

Very cool. Cant wait for multilinks.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;402000]Another Y33 install. Totally stock except coilovers so we kept this one pretty conservative so he could maintain alignment on all the stock parts. 

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My  ^^buddy recently max out the fronts on his y33 and sadly it not low enough.
Theres thread left over but he cant turn it anymore. Is there a fix for this?

You determine how low the y33 goes in the front by how low you cut the oem strut tube because when the coilovers damper touches that it cant be threaded in any more.  If you cut it one inch up from it's base you can super slam the car, if you cut it 2 inches from the base it will have more area to weld through the holes but it can't be set to an ultra low ride height.

[QUOTE=westsype;416856]Oh I likes. How about some of these for a SC430?[/QUOTE]
I have a feeling the sc430 uses some of the same components as all of the other toyota/lexus' we are working on.  Call to schedule a measuring session.

whatt, freddie back in a ls?! crazy

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;416909]You determine how low the y33 goes in the front by how low you cut the oem strut tube because when the coilovers damper touches that it cant be threaded in any more.  If you cut it one inch up from it's base you can super slam the car, if you cut it 2 inches from the base it will have more area to weld through the holes but it can't be set to an ultra low ride height.[/QUOTE]

You guys installed it so i guess you cut it 2" from the base:sad:

We can droop the spring & take out collars, or re-cut the strut

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;416924]I have a feeling the sc430 uses some of the same components as all of the other toyota/lexus' we are working on.  Call to schedule a measuring session.[/QUOTE]

SC430 and 2GS share the same suspension and brakes.

What is the max camber in setting on the infiniti setups. Like FLS's car

I'm at -5 right now and could slide them in to the max setting about 1/2" more, which should easily equal another couple degrees I'm guessing.

Cool. Thanks for the info. Like I told Dan, I am shortening up the front track to run wider deeper wheels to match rear. and If i shorten the control arm i have to camber it more than most to make it equal. The other option was to chop the strut tube at -5 degrees and use the top hat to dial in the camber after it has been shortened. other wise you get a whole lot of positive camber

[QUOTE=OG;412076]should test fit ucf20 on a 10... if you design them for a 20 they may not go low enough on a 10.[/QUOTE]

Hi Dan,

I have been somewhat following this thread, it seems like its something I am considering because my stock coils are dead and I am in need of a new set of coils.

But i have a UCF10 (1994 ls400), and I have heard from members here that the UCF20 suspension fits a 10, but with the possibility of not being able to go low enough (according to OG's quote). 

I am assuming that the overall length of the 10 is shorter than a 20?  

I guess my question is Dan, is if MAX is considering producing a set for the UCF10?? I would be interested in trying a set if they manufacture one.

Thank you.

Regards.

PS: what are the spring rates for the UCF20 and cost plus shipping to Canada?

So when will the LS400 coilovers be available for purchasing? Also what will the max height be? Say for winter/snow conditions?

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;417175]The other option was to chop the strut tube at -5 degrees and use the top hat to dial in the camber after it has been shortened. [/QUOTE]
sounds like a reasonable way of producing the results you want but the offset needs to be low enough to keep the wheel off of the spring. 
[QUOTE=hondaboi;419787]i have a UCF10 (1994 ls400), and I have heard from members here that the UCF20 suspension fits a 10, but with the possibility of not being able to go low enough (according to OG's quote). 
I am assuming that the overall length of the 10 is shorter than a 20?  
I guess my question is Dan, is if MAX is considering producing a set for the UCF10?? I would be interested in trying a set if they manufacture one.
PS: what are the spring rates for the UCF20 and cost plus shipping to Canada?[/QUOTE]
I dont really know how much difference the UCF 10 is compaired to the 20, i guess if someone wants to come here for an installation of the UCF 20 coilovers on a UCF 10 here we will find out really fast. 
The UCF20 goes really low, so a reasonable solution is to try it and if it does not go low enough, switch to smaller dampers.
ill consider making a set dedicated to the UCF 10 if its necessary, or if our spec for the similar model works, then we dont need to make anything
the out of the box rate is 12 and 8 KG  $1400usd shipped to canada  
[QUOTE=SuicidnS13;419847]So when will the LS400 coilovers be available for purchasing? Also what will the max height be? Say for winter/snow conditions?[/QUOTE]
they should have plenty of room to adjust to a safe height because the bottom mount cups are about 5 inches deep, and thats a lot of adjustability.

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;420057]

I dont really know how much difference the UCF 10 is compaired to the 20, i guess if someone wants to come here for an installation of the UCF 20 coilovers on a UCF 10 here we will find out really fast. 
The UCF20 goes really low, so a reasonable solution is to try it and if it does not go low enough, switch to smaller dampers.
ill consider making a set dedicated to the UCF 10 if its necessary, or if our spec for the similar model works, then we dont need to make anything
the out of the box rate is 12 and 8 KG  $1400usd shipped to canada  
.[/QUOTE]


hi dan,

thank you for the reply.

Yeah, I wish someone with a UCF10 goes for an install on your shop! im too far! booo..haha.

But just curious, will there be any extra charges if i order one for a smaller/shorter damper? (just to be safe?)

thanks again, and thank you for the price quote. 

Ill consider this set.

Regards.

Are the coilovers for the gs300/400 in stock?

[QUOTE=hondaboi;420076]hi dan,

thank you for the reply.

Yeah, I wish someone with a UCF10 goes for an install on your shop! im too far! booo..haha.

But just curious, will there be any extra charges if i order one for a smaller/shorter damper? (just to be safe?)

thanks again, and thank you for the price quote. 

Ill consider this set.

Regards.[/QUOTE]
the price is $1250 and you can special order with any spec without price penalty, it just takes a couple months. 
[QUOTE=jegglez;421309]Are the coilovers for the gs300/400 in stock?[/QUOTE]
yes GS is in stock now

Pm'd

replied

See you next friday Dan

i guess this counts =)

[url]http://youtu.be/BpEjxDlw2jc[/url]

mind = blown

whats the specs on those wheels / angle

19x9 +10 19x10 -32

Are the Y34 coils in stock yet?

YES, Y34 stock just arrived
GS 147 stock just arrived
GS 16X stock just arrived
Y33 in stock now

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;421327]the price is $1250 and you can special order with any spec without price penalty, it just takes a couple months. 

[/QUOTE]

Hi Dan,

Thank you for the reply.

the price you quoted is not including shipping right? because the other quote you posted was listed at $1400usd shipped to canada.

just confirming.. hehe.

Thanks again and I will let you know if I order.

thank you!

$1250 USD is the price without shipping

sorry if i missed it, but is there an application for the 2nd gen is250?

There will be, but it's not done yet.

mmk, youll have a customer as soon as its ready, thanks!

hi Dan,

I was wondering if you have the fender roller available or still out of stock?

if so, how much will they cost?

thank you.

Its currently out of stock but they are on the way.  You can reserve one from the pending shipment by buying it anytime. $220

thanks for the reply, how much is shipping to vancouver,bc? 

and can I directly order through the website?

Ya you can order it online, there's an instant quote when you add to cart.

when do you plan on having your fender rollers back in stock? i see on the site that they are out of stock.

lol, i didnt see the above posts. but was wondering more about time of availability? i like how PBMs are purtier and cheaper than eastwood's design. and these are supposed to be better and easier to use for slammed cars im guessing?

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;424705]Ya you can order it online, there's an instant quote when you add to cart.[/QUOTE]

kool, thanks!

When it says ground, what company do you use?

My best estimate for Fender roller stock is 12-9.  

The new shipment will be black with gold logo. 

The design of this roller is to be able to roll cars without having to detach the coilover like you have to do with the other brand.  

We prefer shipping only through USPS to canada because of the advantageous tax situation.  More expensive shipping but way less tax.

aww...no more gold fender roller? hehe..

kool, thanks dan!  usps is my prefered shipment company.

so they should be in stock by next friday? cool....lemme tell wifey to put in the order :)

and my girl ordered on for me today.......yay


next step, get her to buy my next set of wheels haha

Im updating the Parts Shop MAX vender section with stock on hand like Lexus GS and Infiniti M45 with ability to add to cart right in the thread. 

some Y34 coilover shots: [img]http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/e107_files/public/1325643878_2_FT8642_dsc03594.jpg[/img]

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test

sorry i was just wondering what the go is with this suspension and how i would go about finding more info out about ucf20 items that may or may not fit ucf10/11.

Stock arrives in late march or early april for that application.  Afterwards im sure we will have some opportunity to test some UCF10 fitment in the USA, we hear the dampers need to be shorter then the UCF20 Celsior/LS400 but in my opinion we have some pretty short dampers already for the UCF20 so Im sure it will work out fine and if not we can simply order custom dampers for UCF10

Any updates for us UCF30 owners?

[QUOTE=Aesop;433489]Any updates for us UCF30 owners?[/QUOTE]
Measuring, Design and first set finished, first set of LS430 coilovers is in stock now. 
Waiting on first local customer to come to us for installation and photo session before we mass produce this application.

JZZ40 Lexus SC430 / Soarer VIP Coilovers are in stock now $1250
for sale on the [URL="http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?p=436010#post436010"]vender section of this forum[/URL] and [URL="http://www.gtfactory.jp/cms/page.php?9"]our site[/URL]

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Damn I wish I was local, I would get the  ls430 coils immediately.

We'll be happy to have UPS bring them to you = )

I'd make the drive there, but a photo shoot wouldn't be very VIP-ish with stock rims.

damn i need these for my 2011 Sienna

[QUOTE=ticket_target;403432]Would be able to refer me to a place that does this in Houston?[/QUOTE]

Did we ever get an answer as to where we can find a local installer in Houston to do lowering on M45's?

Hit up Original Garage in Houston.

Is there a charge for stiffer spring rates on the LS400 coilovers?

There is no charge for custom springs and dampers. However you must wait 3-4 months for the factory to fill the special order and for the coilovers to be consolidated with one of our ocean freight shipments. 

Alternatively you can pay an additional $200 for air freight to cut 3 weeks off the time.

You can also try the in stock in the USA spec first and order additional springs and or dampers at a later date.

Any chance of these being released with built in spindles?

the quantity can never justify that.

Will you guys be making coilovers for the 01-06 LS430 UCF30/31?

We totally can, in fact I am sure I have everything here to build a set however I would like to have a look at the car on my lift first before we go to production and start to inventory the coilovers for [COLOR=#949494]01-06 LS430 UCF30/31[/COLOR].

Do you have these in stock for the jzs147 gs300? Also... I do not plan on slamming it on the ground, using 18x8.5 and 18x10 wheels.

yes sir I do, and you guys don't need to post and wait for my reply on that question, all stock levels are live on our site. [url]www.poweredbymax.net[/url]

[QUOTE=Dan at MAX USA;487168]yes sir I do, and you guys don't need to post and wait for my reply on that question, all stock levels are live on our site. [url]www.poweredbymax.net[/url][/QUOTE]



thanks! ordered a set for a jzs 147.

MAX y34 coilovers on our local customers F50, direct fit.  Buttery ride quality on the heavier car. 

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wow you should get a prize for most beautifull coilovers!

[QUOTE=GabeS14;487955]wow you should get a prize for most beautifull coilovers![/QUOTE]
Thx! The coil overs are the prize = )

any love for LS460's?

about to finalize the 430 testing soon, and we can do the 460 next let me know if you need us to build you a set.

In for a set as well.  ucf30 will stay tuned.

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Any updates on these coiovers

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