KW Variant 3 Coilover Kit - Nissan GT-R R35 | Independently Adjustable Compression & Rebound (35285006)

Unlock the full performance potential of your R35 GT-R with the KW Variant 3 coilover kit. Engineered specifically for the Nissan GT-R R35 and manufactured in Germany to KW's exacting standards, the 35285006 features KW's patented TVR-A and TVC-A technology — providing independently and separately adjustable rebound and compression damping that allows true performance optimization without compromise. The definitive coilover upgrade for the R35 GT-R.

Key Features:

• Independently adjustable rebound damping (TVR-A technology)
• Independently adjustable compression damping (TVC-A technology)
• Patented separate rebound and compression adjustment — unique to KW V3
• High-quality dampers, springs, and elastomer spring elements
• Manufactured in Germany
• Engineered specifically for Nissan GT-R R35
• 62.6 lbs (complete kit)

Performance Benefits:

• Independent Compression Adjustment: Tune compression damping for grip, cornering behaviour, and squat reduction without affecting rebound — impossible with conventional single-adjustment coilovers
• Independent Rebound Adjustment: Optimize rebound damping for spring rate and driving conditions without compromising compression setup
• Reduced Body Motion: Significantly reduces pitching and rolling during load changes, evasive maneuvers, cornering, acceleration, and braking
• Shorter Braking Distances: Improved chassis control and tyre contact translates to measurably shorter stopping distances
• Improved Grip: Optimized compression damping increases tyre contact patch load for improved cornering grip
• Driver Confidence: Improved support and feedback makes the R35 feel more planted and predictable at the limit
• Elastomer Spring Elements: Progressive spring characteristic for improved ride quality and handling transition

Specifications:

• Brand: KW Suspension
• Part Number: 35285006
• Product: Variant 3 (V3) Coilover Kit
• Rebound Adjustment: Yes — independent (TVR-A)
• Compression Adjustment: Yes — independent (TVC-A)
• Manufacture: Germany
• Application: Nissan GT-R R35
• Weight: 62.6 lbs (complete kit)
• Barcode: 842607073137

Fitment Information:

• Nissan GT-R R35 — 2009+ (all variants)
• Note: Verify compatibility with your specific R35 build, including any existing suspension modifications or aftermarket components
• Note: R35 GT-R specific — not for R32, R33, or R34 GT-R
• Installation: Professional installation strongly recommended — coilover installation on the R35 requires specialized knowledge of the GT-R's complex suspension and electronic systems

What's Included:

• KW Variant 3 coilover kit — complete set for Nissan GT-R R35 (35285006)
• Front and rear coilover assemblies
• Springs, dampers, and elastomer spring elements
• Hardware and installation components
• Note: Refer to KW installation documentation for complete parts list and installation procedure

Installation Notes:

• Professional installation strongly recommended
• R35 GT-R suspension installation requires knowledge of the GT-R's electronic suspension system and potential interaction with factory DAS (Driver Assistance System)
• Alignment required after installation — R35 GT-R alignment should be performed by a shop familiar with the platform
• Set damper adjustments to KW's recommended baseline settings before first drive
• Allow suspension to settle before final alignment and damper adjustment
• Refer to KW's setup guide for recommended starting compression and rebound settings for road and track use

TVR-A and TVC-A Technology — The V3 Advantage:

The defining feature of the KW Variant 3 is its patented TVR-A (rebound) and TVC-A (compression) technology — a system that allows the rebound and compression damping stages to be adjusted separately and independently of each other. This is a fundamentally different capability from conventional coilovers that offer only a single combined adjustment, or even from coilovers that offer separate adjustments but where the two stages are mechanically linked.

In a conventional single-adjustment coilover, turning the adjustment knob simultaneously changes both compression and rebound damping in a fixed ratio. This means you cannot increase compression damping to improve cornering grip without also increasing rebound damping — which may be already optimally matched to the spring rate and would result in reduced grip and performance if increased. The KW V3's independent adjustment eliminates this compromise entirely. You can increase compression damping to improve cornering behaviour and reduce squat under acceleration, while leaving rebound damping at its optimal setting for the spring rate. This level of tuning precision is what separates the V3 from lesser coilover systems and is why it is the choice of serious performance drivers and experienced tuning enthusiasts.

Compression Damping — What It Controls:

Compression damping controls the rate at which the damper compresses — how quickly the suspension moves upward relative to the chassis when the wheel encounters a bump or when body roll loads the outside suspension in a corner. Higher compression damping slows the compression stroke, reducing body roll and squat, improving cornering stability, and providing a more planted feel. However, excessively high compression damping can cause the suspension to feel harsh over bumps and reduce the tyre's ability to follow road surface irregularities, reducing grip. The KW V3's independent compression adjustment allows the compression damping to be optimized for the specific driving conditions and tyre characteristics without affecting the rebound setup.

Rebound Damping — What It Controls:

Rebound damping controls the rate at which the damper extends — how quickly the suspension returns to its natural position after being compressed. Rebound damping is critical for maintaining tyre contact with the road surface after a bump or during weight transfer. Too little rebound damping allows the suspension to extend too quickly, causing the tyre to momentarily lose contact with the road (pogo effect). Too much rebound damping prevents the suspension from returning quickly enough, causing the suspension to pack down over successive bumps and reducing ground clearance and tyre contact. The optimal rebound setting is closely related to the spring rate — stiffer springs require more rebound damping to control their faster extension rate. The KW V3's independent rebound adjustment allows the rebound to be precisely matched to the spring rate and driving conditions.

Elastomer Spring Elements — Progressive Characteristic:

The KW V3 kit for the R35 GT-R includes elastomer spring elements — supplementary spring components made from a high-performance elastomer compound that work in series with the main coil springs. Elastomer elements provide a progressive spring characteristic: at low suspension travel, the elastomer is relatively soft, providing a compliant, comfortable ride over small road surface irregularities. As suspension travel increases and the elastomer compresses further, its spring rate increases progressively, providing increasing resistance to body roll and bottoming out. This progressive characteristic provides a better combination of ride quality and handling performance than a linear spring rate alone, particularly on a heavy, high-performance vehicle like the R35 GT-R.

R35 GT-R — Suspension Context:

The Nissan GT-R R35 is one of the most sophisticated production performance cars ever built, featuring a complex multi-link suspension system with electronically controlled dampers (DAS — Driver Assistance System) that continuously adjust damping in response to driving conditions. The factory suspension is highly capable but is tuned for a broad range of drivers and conditions, with a comfort-biased setup that leaves significant performance on the table for drivers who prioritize handling over ride quality.

The KW V3 replaces the factory electronically controlled dampers with KW's high-quality fixed-rate dampers with manual adjustment, providing a more direct, driver-controlled suspension setup. The trade-off is the loss of the factory DAS system's automatic adjustment capability — the KW V3 requires the driver to set the damping manually for their preferred driving conditions. For performance-oriented drivers who want to actively tune their suspension setup, this is a significant advantage — the KW V3's independent adjustment provides far more tuning flexibility than the factory DAS system's limited driver-selectable modes.

KW V3 vs. V1 and V2 — Which to Choose:

KW offers three levels of coilover for most applications: the Variant 1 (V1) with fixed damping, the Variant 2 (V2) with rebound adjustment only, and the Variant 3 (V3) with independent rebound and compression adjustment. For the R35 GT-R — a vehicle with significant weight, high power, and demanding performance expectations — the V3's independent adjustment capability is the appropriate choice. The R35's weight and power output mean that compression and rebound damping requirements can vary significantly between road and track use, and between different track configurations. The V3's independent adjustment allows the suspension to be optimized for each specific use case without compromise.

Why KW Suspension?

KW Suspension is one of the world's most respected coilover manufacturers, with decades of motorsport involvement in DTM, VLN, Nurburgring 24 Hours, and other professional racing series. Their coilovers are manufactured in Germany to exacting quality standards, with each damper individually tested before leaving the factory. KW's patented TVR-A and TVC-A technology represents a genuine engineering innovation that provides a measurable performance advantage over conventional coilover designs. For R35 GT-R owners who demand the best available coilover system for their platform, the KW V3 is the benchmark choice.

Perfect For:

• Nissan GT-R R35 owners wanting the ultimate in coilover adjustability with independent compression and rebound tuning
• R35 track day and time attack builds wanting KW V3's precise damping control for optimized lap times
• R35 owners wanting to replace the factory DAS system with a manually adjustable, driver-controlled suspension setup
• Performance-oriented R35 drivers wanting KW's German-engineered quality and motorsport-proven technology
• Experienced tuning enthusiasts who want to actively optimize their R35's suspension for different driving conditions

Perfect For: Nissan GT-R R35 owners seeking KW Variant 3 coilovers for independently adjustable compression and rebound damping, reduced body motion, improved grip, and KW's German-engineered motorsport-proven suspension technology.

Pro Tip: Start with KW's recommended baseline damper settings and make small, incremental adjustments — changing one parameter at a time and testing before adjusting the next. The V3's independent adjustment is a powerful tuning tool, but the interaction between compression, rebound, and spring rate means systematic, methodical adjustment produces better results than large simultaneous changes to multiple settings.

V3 | Independent Compression & Rebound | R35 Specific: 2009+ Nissan GT-R R35. TVR-A and TVC-A patented technology. Made in Germany. 62.6 lbs. Replaces factory DAS — manual adjustment only. Professional installation strongly recommended. Alignment required.

Unlock your R35 GT-R's true performance potential with KW Variant 3 coilovers — independently adjustable compression and rebound, elastomer spring elements, German engineering, motorsport-proven technology.