JayM

Alright, im new to this and should have started a profile sooner, but late is better than never. Im in the process of lowering my maxima, and so far i have purchased new struts all around and Megan Racing lowering springs. I want to basically 'build' new strut assemblies so i can just replace it all, just wondering if anyone can help finish my shopping list. Thanks

DjHackStyle

this is the only way you can get all the parts without going to a junk yard

http://www.courtesyparts.com/maxima-...2046_2048.html

go there you can find every part, maybe a junk yard is better in my opinion.

TunerMaxima3000

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If you need strut bearings/mounts anyways then that's a fine idea.

if you DON"T, then it's a waste of money to do it that way.

JayM

thanks, ill look into these sites. I dont think i need new mounts, but i dont want to do the job and need them in the near future, better for me to just knock it out while im there, for sense of completeness

djfrestyl

iTrader: (89)

Already spoke with the OP, but for any future members that come across this thread...

1. Strut mounts/bearings are recommended to be replaced when they've been in commission for more than 50k miles.
2. Building new assemblies 'off the car' is great in theory. But there are 3 parts that are difficult to find, expensive, and just plain dumb to buy. Those parts are: 54034, 54036, 54322.

TunerMaxima3000

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My opinion is to replace all strut mounts, bearings, struts, and springs is going to cost more than it would to just buy coilovers.

Just something to throw out there.

djfrestyl

iTrader: (89)

Valid, but some individuals prefer the longevity and 'set and forget' ease of a spring/strut combo.

Also, the price differential is wholly based on the spring and struts chosen. You can come way under the cost of coils depending on your selection.

nelledge

iTrader: (6)

This. Again.

TunerMaxima3000

iTrader: (4)

Yes that is a decent point. Most coilovers in that price range aren't built as well as what you'd get if you spent the same amount on the components to build struts.
The new Tein's are super competitively priced though, something to keep in mind.