Dropping the max
09-12-2006, 12:49 PM
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Dropping the max
Ok, yes i know before i even ask this it has been posted a million times.. but i really want to drop my max, iam so sick of the 4x4 wheel well gap with my 17inch 03se wheels.. my max is a 96 btw.. To you guys with shock/spring combos which are the best look, i don't wanna slam it but I love the nice clean look with a minimal gap... I appreciate any advice, also what are some good links for a set?
09-12-2006, 01:27 PM
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What do u guys think of progress or tein s tech springs? I want to stay away from eibach's.... Progress claims 1.7/1.3 and tein 2.2 and 1.8, im afraid of anything over 2inches will cause alignment problems though.. but im new to this, just based upon what ive heard
09-12-2006, 01:29 PM
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I was looking into getting lowering springs but I decided on getting the ground control coilovers because I was afraid I wouldnt be satisfied with the drop. Coilovers will allow you to adjust your Maxima however low you want it. My ground control coilovers have never given me a problem...
BTW, if you get springs, make sure you get better shocks and struts(common sense)... I had my kyb agx's on backorder and was anxious to see how my car would look dropped, so I installed the coilovers with the stock struts, and within 3 weeks, I was riding like
BTW, if you get springs, make sure you get better shocks and struts(common sense)... I had my kyb agx's on backorder and was anxious to see how my car would look dropped, so I installed the coilovers with the stock struts, and within 3 weeks, I was riding like
09-12-2006, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteMaxima9600
Does anyone know of the cheapest site to get the progress springs? There around $200 for the set right? I would like to find them betweet 175-200...
09-12-2006, 03:31 PM
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Maxima1380 i have the same exact rims on my max!! I think they fit our body style so great! I have them painted gray tho. Just wanted them a tad bit darker. It's time for me to drop my max also. How much did you spend on the TEIN coilover basic damper? And more details on the ride quality and handling. I don't really know a lot about coilovers.
09-12-2006, 03:37 PM
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Oh and WhiteMaxiam9600 where in birmingham do you stay? It's good to see someone on here from AL. I was beginning to think we didn't have any maxima enthusiast. Maybe you seen me around...dark blue max, mirror tint and 19" racing hart rims. Not sure if Ive seen you. We should meet up!
09-12-2006, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteMaxima9600
Does anyone know of the cheapest site to get the progress springs? There around $200 for the set right? I would like to find them betweet 175-200...
cattman sells them for 160
09-12-2006, 04:22 PM
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There is a group deal that have the progress for cheap. Total discounts on all and every suspension setup you want. Everytime I read these threads I want to do coilovers but I dont have the money for them.
09-12-2006, 06:16 PM
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Hey nupe, I recently moved but i was around the gardendale area....my max is still a work in progress but now that I found some springs I hope that will enhance the look im going for.... Redlinemax=$155 or 175 shipped for the progress sport springs
09-12-2006, 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteMaxima9600
Hey nupe, I recently moved but i was around the gardendale area....my max is still a work in progress but now that I found some springs I hope that will enhance the look im going for.... Redlinemax=$155 or 175 shipped for the progress sport springs
I told you Cattman had the Progress Springs for $143 shipped on the Group Deal
09-14-2006, 05:23 AM
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i just ordered this:
http://www.prostreetonline.com/buy/tokico_hp_kit/
1.5in drop all around. i think it will look gooood
http://www.prostreetonline.com/buy/tokico_hp_kit/
1.5in drop all around. i think it will look gooood
09-14-2006, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Digitized
D2 Coil overs on a 96 max with 2003SE/TE rims
WOW... i think ur CAT is scrapping.... Very nice... hope u have good roads...
i dont think i can afford or have patience to drive like that here in NYC
09-14-2006, 08:58 AM
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Awesome drop digitized, but there's no way i can go that low, i would never even get up my driveway lol, I ordered the progress springs, hope they will get me a nice clean look instead of the offroad one...
09-16-2006, 11:47 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteMaxima9600
Awesome drop digitized, but there's no way i can go that low, i would never even get up my driveway lol, I ordered the progress springs, hope they will get me a nice clean look instead of the offroad one...
hahaha... but driving around the city/highway wasn't a problem...
Originally Posted by nguyen925
i was wondering this, what happens to your vehicle when theres a flood or if theres a really high speed bump? not to intentionally flame your decision on this though..
And if there is flooding, you need a good 4-5 inches deep of water before it seeps into the car..also, OEM airbox so no water lock
09-16-2006, 11:51 PM
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WhiteMaxima9600, here's one of my favorite pics from last year...
just to give you an idea of the ride height I was on with D2 Coil Overs.
and since shock was ajustable, the ride wasn't too stiff, nor too soft.. just right..
Beige: stock height Black: Dropped on D2's
just to give you an idea of the ride height I was on with D2 Coil Overs.
and since shock was ajustable, the ride wasn't too stiff, nor too soft.. just right..
Beige: stock height Black: Dropped on D2's
09-17-2006, 09:34 AM
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Sweet drop man, if I was that low I could not even get in or out of my drive.... I hope the progress drop will give me a better look than stock, if I ever get them of course! I hate waiting on parts.....
09-17-2006, 11:51 AM
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Yo man, it's nice having a high offset huh? I wish I could tuck even more with my 18" wheels.
Originally Posted by Digitized
WhiteMaxima9600, here's one of my favorite pics from last year...
just to give you an idea of the ride height I was on with D2 Coil Overs.
and since shock was ajustable, the ride wasn't too stiff, nor too soft.. just right..
Beige: stock height Black: Dropped on D2's
just to give you an idea of the ride height I was on with D2 Coil Overs.
and since shock was ajustable, the ride wasn't too stiff, nor too soft.. just right..
Beige: stock height Black: Dropped on D2's
09-17-2006, 09:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Maxima
They are not G35s. They are TSW Vortex with a 40mm offset.