GXE suspension question

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Jul 3, 2004 | 04:19 AM

black-maxim

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GXE suspension question

What are the differences between SE, GLE, GXE suspensions... Springs? Shocks?
Both? I had a 98 SE and the suspension was just perfect for my driving conditions ( awfull roads, potholes ) ....

What would be the best way to get same suspension feel as my 98 SE on my 2002 GXE?

Jul 3, 2004 | 07:38 AM

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SE is stiffer. GLE is bouncy. Get Maxspeeds for the SE feel.

Jul 3, 2004 | 08:07 AM

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I've driven the 98 SE before (my sister used to have one) and I don't particularly like the stiffness of the suspension under harsh impact. Perhaps the structure of the 98' body is not as ridgid as the 02' model. Anyway, I would recommend you to get the H&R springs and aftermarket shocks such as Tokico Blue or the adjustable one. I highly recommend you (any members on this forum) to consider getting the subframe connector, stage 1. It does a wonderful job to increase the rigidity of the overall structure...which translate to better handling/ride.

Jul 3, 2004 | 08:23 AM

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FTSB and RSB are on my plans... Does Tokico Blue + stock springs would be good mix? I just don't want to be too stiff...

Jul 3, 2004 | 09:14 AM

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I have a 2000 SE and to improve the suspension I've installed Tokico Illumina struts (5-way adjustable; they're Tokico's best I think...) and in the near future I plan on installing an FSTB, Lower Tie Bar (Matt93SE makes this) and Stage 1 Subframe connectors (from Warpspeed Performance).