Stiff Suspension
#1
Stiff Suspension
I have a 1999. I had a 1998 previously. These are bullet proof cars. One thing I have noticed that is common among all Maximas. The rock hard suspension. Besides letting air out of the tires, what other method is there to soften suspension?
#2
If you are on stock wheels, then you could go with a good all-season tire. Continental DWS is very nice, with great tread wear ratings, and light-weight compared to other tires. Vs an equal spec Kuhmo tire, the DWS were significantly lighter when I weighed them by just lifting, which would equate to a nicer ride quality.
Short of that, you may look into a more comfortable strut. Maybe KYB GR-2s? I'm not too familiar with comfortable factory replacement struts as all my cars are lowered.
Short of that, you may look into a more comfortable strut. Maybe KYB GR-2s? I'm not too familiar with comfortable factory replacement struts as all my cars are lowered.
#3
I had 15 inch rims on my 96. They were stiff, but handled fairly well. Once the tires were worn out I found a deal on 16 inch rims and brand new tires from a wrecked 97.
I immediately noticed that handling improved some, but the ride was harshet.
My reccomendaton is to find 15 inch rims from a 95 or 96.
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