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Old 07-03-2004 | 05:19 AM
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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?
Old 07-03-2004 | 08:38 AM
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SE is stiffer. GLE is bouncy. Get Maxspeeds for the SE feel.
Old 07-03-2004 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by black-maxim
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?
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.
Old 07-03-2004 | 09:23 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...
Old 07-03-2004 | 10:14 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).
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