Rear replacement shocks for 2001 Maxima

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05-13-2006, 03:44 PM

jzwu

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Rear replacement shocks for 2001 Maxima

My 2001 GXE rear shocks are blown after only 60k. This is a common problem, as I understand.

I don't want to use OEM shocks (KYB brand). The Tokico Blues (non-adjustable) are supposedly good replacement.

My question is how are the Tokicos compared to the KYBs? I intend to keep the OEM springs. Will they last long on the Tokicos?

Thanks!

05-13-2006, 03:50 PM

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Last I checked stock was Tokico.

05-13-2006, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JSutter

Last I checked stock was Tokico.

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05-13-2006, 05:01 PM

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if ur looking to keep stock springs the blues are an ideal replacement for stock. u may as well change all 4 tho....of course since ur doin the job go all out and get a full suspension.

05-13-2006, 08:11 PM

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At 60k I think the front struts are still good.

The full suspension change is nice but that's quite a bit of $$$ and I am gonna have the shocks installed at a shop instead of doing it myself.

Well, here is another question.

If I only change the rear to Tokicos how will the handling change? Still stock like? Better than stock? Or, worse because of the unbalanced suspension with front OEM (KYB) struts and rear Tokico shocks?