Moderators PB260Z Posted April 27, 2018 Moderators Posted April 27, 2018 Have you seen this fan upgrade Pete? I found it on Hybridz and it refers to using a Kia blower motor. http://forums.hybridz.org/topic/120932-blower-motor-upgrade-kia-sportage/ Finally got around to replacing the A/C fan in bus.Used the Kia fan referred to above, easy conversion and works well. I didn't realise just how noisy the old fan was until I replaced it. I now have nice quite comfy cabin. Time to sort out some tunes. Cheers PB OdinZ 1 Quote
RAP260 Posted June 17, 2018 Posted June 17, 2018 (edited) On 8/20/2015 at 12:30 PM, PB260Z said: A quick update Have fitted the Kings Springs KDFL-04 & KDRS-09 and 260Z 2 seater rear hats. Also fitted a set of "Rego Friendly" 195/70-14 tyres (these are the standard size) tyres. The result ? The front is now 8mm or so lower than the rear. A very pleasing result for height and stance. Now to sort out the negative camber. Hey Pete, I've been playing catch up, with a lot of build threads, looking for inspiration / ideas. You're car looks awesome with the current wheel / spring combo, very nice. I assume your still running the same king spring combo?. What are your thoughts on ride comfort ect? I have the exact same model, and that ride height looks perfect. My current wheels maybe the only issue, but they can always be replaced Cheers, Rob Edited June 17, 2018 by RAP260 Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2018 Moderators Posted June 17, 2018 Hi Yes still running the same Kings setup. Comfort is fine. I am now running 225/50X15 Tyres (15X8 -0) and it sits really well. I had a small issue with scrubbing on front valance and have fitted 12mm spacer on the rear. I have done a few long trips, Syd - Melb & Syd - Tamworth, and have never had reason to complain. Last Nov @gav240z and I drove it Melb for the X-Mas BBQ and back to Syd all in 72hrs. @Lightmaster240z Bruce travelled from Lurch’s to the BBQ in it and he was equally comfortable. I have not had it on a track, but it does just fine on twisty country roads. I always had in mind that this would be a tourer so am very happy. I am also still running the shocks it came with, no idea what they are, but they feel reasonably compliant. Cheers PB RAP260 1 Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 17, 2018 Administrators Posted June 17, 2018 I certainly didn't find the ride jarring or overly rough. Seemed fine to me. PB260Z and RAP260 1 1 Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2018 Moderators Posted June 17, 2018 42 minutes ago, gav240z said: I certainly didn't find the ride jarring or overly rough. Seemed fine to me. The only drama was that the A/C decided to call it quits. Quote
RAP260 Posted June 17, 2018 Posted June 17, 2018 (edited) Cheers @PB260Z, Decided I will be fitting these springs shortly. Good to know about your wheel / tire sizing. Currently running a staggered setup 7 ( 215) / 8 ( 225). But really prefer to run equal dimensions. Just an aesthetic preference. Cheers, Rob Edited June 17, 2018 by RAP260 Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2018 Moderators Posted June 17, 2018 Hi 215s on the front is a good idea, I will be going to that size when I need new tyres. Am also looking around for a pair 15X4.5 Outers for back rims, this would take the back rims out to 15X8.5 -12. I could then loose the spacers. Cheers PB Quote
RAP260 Posted June 17, 2018 Posted June 17, 2018 (edited) Hi, So 225's on the front are a clearance issue?. Or just looking to lighten the steering? Sorry, just realised my mistake. Running 205's on the front. Creates a sort of hot rod look to the car. People have actually referred to it as that.... Definitely not my thing...lol. Edited June 17, 2018 by RAP260 Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2018 Moderators Posted June 17, 2018 Yes, 225/50/15 on the front occasionaly scrub on the valance, usually when reversing into my driveway - the ramp angle is all wrong. RAP260 1 Quote
RAP260 Posted June 17, 2018 Posted June 17, 2018 Ok. Thinking a 215 on an 8 inch rim would look good . Unfortunately I don't have a single picture that shows both wheels together. But you can see the clear difference between my two wheels. Plus, you can also see my need for lower springs... Lol. But I do love the look of 225s on the rear. Thanks for your input Pete, much appreciated. Cheers, Rob Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2018 Moderators Posted June 17, 2018 13 minutes ago, RAP260 said: Ok. Thinking a 215 on an 8 inch rim would look good . Unfortunately I don't have a single picture that shows both wheels together. But you can see the clear difference between my two wheels. Plus, you can also see my need for lower springs... Lol. But I do love the look of 225s on the rear. Thanks for your input Pete, much appreciated. Cheers, Rob Hi Lowering your car will make an amazing difference to how those fronts look, I reckon they will look great. Once it is done, post up a few photos. Quote
RAP260 Posted June 17, 2018 Posted June 17, 2018 Absolutely, will post up some pictures. Cheers, Rob Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted April 2, 2020 Moderators Posted April 2, 2020 The Bus is now in Melbourne (Cheltenham area) with Vic plates and has had a good clean. The new owner, Andrew, is taking great care of her Cheers C.A.R. and Ponyo240z 2 Quote
Ponyo240z Posted April 3, 2020 Posted April 3, 2020 Hi Peter What suspension set up were you running in this? Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted April 3, 2020 Moderators Posted April 3, 2020 31 minutes ago, Ponyo240z said: Hi Peter What suspension set up were you running in this? Hi Kings Lowered all round, with 2 seater strut hats on the rear Wheels are 15" Cheers PB Ponyo240z 1 Quote
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