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Old Jun 1, 2003 | 12:53 PM
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Suspension Options

I want to eventually lower my car. I just want your opinions on what I should get. I have 18s w/ 225/40 tires and a 45mm offset rim. I also live in Mass where there are pot holes everywhere and want to know how low to go. Give opinions on a good shock/spring combo.

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Old Jun 1, 2003 | 08:09 PM
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Eibach lowering springs and KYB or Tokico shocks and struts
Old Jun 1, 2003 | 09:09 PM
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Go with MaximaBalla's suggestion on the shocks and struts. However, for your suspension if it is still stiff just cut your original suspension down yourself. Takes a little math but easily figured out. Saves you a couple bucks too.
Old Jun 1, 2003 | 09:22 PM
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Do not I reapeat Do not cut your factory springs down. I had this dont and if left me with the hardest ride Ive ever felt. If you really want a good ride get the Eibachs and Tockios.
Old Jun 1, 2003 | 09:23 PM
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Really? mine were perfectly fine.

However, factory 200SX suspension also fits perfectly into a maxima, if you're looking for a junkyard part instead of an order.
Old Jun 1, 2003 | 09:29 PM
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What part of mass r u comin from ? andy
Old Jun 2, 2003 | 09:55 AM
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Originally posted by my2ndmax
Do not I reapeat Do not cut your factory springs down. If you really want a good ride get the Eibachs and Tockios.
Old Jun 7, 2003 | 08:31 AM
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I come from SE Mass between Fall Riva and New Bedford....Yes I know that cutting your factory springs is not reccomended and wasn't even considering that...I'm thinkin about Eibachs and KYB's off tirerack.com but I need you guys opinions. Thanks
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