The Nissan 370Z has earned its place as a versatile performance platform. Whether you’re drifting, tracking, or simply carving up a mountain road, your **coilovers are the foundation** of your car’s handling and grip. But not all coilovers are created equal.
In this post, we’ll break down what really matters when choosing coilovers for your Z34 — and why the SLR Drift Spec Coilovers deliver real results with no fluff.
Why Most “Performance” Coilovers Fall Short
It’s easy to get sucked into marketing hype. Big-name brands and low-cost kits often promise performance, but fail to deliver in real-world driving. Why? Because:
- ❌ Spring rates are too soft for drifting
- ❌ Valving is vague or overdamped for track use
- ❌ Cheap oil causes fade under heat
- ❌ Lack of drift-specific rebound/compression balance
The truth is, **coilovers need to match the purpose of your build** — not just look cool in photos.
370Z Coilover Setup: Drift vs Track vs Street
Here’s how different use cases affect your coilover needs:
✅ Drifting
- Stiff front spring rates to reduce weight transfer (12k+)
- Softer rear to allow controlled squat and sidebite (5k–6k)
- Drift-specific valving that allows fast transitions without bouncing
- Adjustability for camber, preload, and ride height
✅ Track Days / Time Attack
- Balanced rates for neutral handling, often 10k/10k or stiffer rear
- Valving to resist fade under continuous cornering loads
- Fast rebound with firm compression to maintain grip
✅ Daily Driving / Canyon Carving
- Comfort becomes a factor — but don’t go too soft
- Consistent damping is better than “soft ride” marketing
- Good coilovers handle bumps predictably and maintain grip
If you want a coilover that can **do all three well** — the SLR setup was built for it.
SLR Drift Spec Coilovers: Built for Balance
Here’s why the SLR 370Z Drift Spec Coilovers outperform typical kits:
- 🔧 12k / 5k spring rates — front-stiff for drift entry, rear-soft for rotation
- 🔧 Drift Valving with Race Oil — high-speed damping that doesn’t fade
- 🔧 Fully rebuildable for long-term tuning and maintenance
- 🔧 Camber-adjustable top mounts included
- 🔧 Custom SLR shock body lengths to maintain full travel even at low ride heights
Proven in Tandem and Track
SLR’s suspension components are used by pro drifters and track enthusiasts alike. The coilovers were tested and tuned on real cars — not just simulated dynos. With predictable grip, ideal transition response, and no damping fade under abuse, they’re trusted by those who drive hard.
How to Dial Them In
Once installed, here’s a good baseline to start with:
- Ride height: ~1.5” lower than stock
- Front camber: -3.5° (drift) or -2.5° (track)
- Rear camber: -1.5° to -2°
- Front toe: 1/8” out (drift), 0 (track)
- Rear toe: 1/16” in
- Rebound: Start at full soft, go 6–8 clicks stiffer
Adjust to suit your tire grip, driver input, and weight transfer. These coilovers were built to adapt — not limit.
Summary: Don’t Waste Time with Weak Coilovers
The 370Z is one of the best bang-for-buck chassis in modern drifting and time attack. But it’s also heavy, rear-biased, and underdamped from the factory. Don’t cheap out on suspension.
SLR Drift Spec Coilovers for 370Z are the result of real driver feedback and competition experience. If you want a setup that grips, slides, and stays composed in the heat — this is your move.
→ Order SLR 370Z Drift Spec Coilovers now before stock runs out.
