I just bought a 2002 maxima gle and it sits a lot higher than my honda accord. I would like the maxima to sit as low or a little lower than the accord. How much of a drop would that be and what are some good lowering springs?

 

It depends what your interpretation of best is ....try shiftice.com spring strut decision page to get a clue...

 

^^ Shiftice.com does have a real nice article there on suspension choices.

Also, you should really check out (and ask questions):

djfrestyl's DEFINITIVE "I HAVE A SUSPENSION QUESTION" THREAD!!!

Besides that, if you're looking for a modest drop (1.3-1.4"), nothing too low, and best handling = H&R springs with KYB GR-2 hands down. These are the only springs that keep the stock suspension geometry intact, everything lower like Tein S Tech causes a reverse rake stance, with the front lower than rear.

Other springs that offer similar drops to H&R, have been deemed lesser quality and way worse ride..

 

This is h-tech + 18" rims (looks horrid no?)


This is coilovers (not set to lowest) + 18" rims (much better)



This site can help you

 

^^your whip looks propa' George (if thats yours)
whats the general consensus on eibachs for the max? preferred or not?

 

Yeah, Eibachs good too.

Generally considered more rough riding than H&R tho, stiffer springs.

And I already get some bump steer on big bumps at times with H&R so not sure any stiffer is better..

 

Eibachs + rear sway bar are the way to go!

 

My yoda dj said NO# THEY GONNA GET BROKE! LISTEN TO HIM!

 

You mean the springs? He might be right. I used 300k springs on the Camry because I was broke and they weren't broken when I sold it with ~400k

 

WTF is a reverse rake stance? Most cars are lower is the front than rear which is a sport stance. A Lower rear than front is a reverse rake stance like worn out 4th gens with their headlights aiming up in the trees. Progress were the best but no longer available, ST, HR, Teins, Eibach are the only worth looking at IMO...go here folks: http://www.importcarpartsplus.com/ma...ion.htm#Shocks

 

^ Eh, relax. No need to go all WTF on me lolz..

By reverse rake in this case I meant opposite of what the stock setup is, on a 5th gen Maxima.

If you look at BMW 3 series coupes the stance is like a Maxima despite being RWD, it doesn't have a "sports stance" as u say like a 7th gen Maxima with huge gap in rear wheels..

So with H&R you keep stock proportions between front/back and a level car... some other springs set the front lower and ruin steering. And no the rear doesnt look saggy and lights not up in the lights? Eh, yes thats it.

You're welcome.

 

Eibachs don't even lower it, and it still sits higher in the front. Don't waste your money. Megans+wheel spacers.

 

Sigh.

The noobosity is high in this thread.

First, picking a spring from this link is a shot in the dark because many of the springs on that page are no longer available. My favorites are H&R, hands down.
http://www.shiftice.com/spring_strut_decision.html

Second, DO NOT BUY EIBACH SPRINGS.

Third, read my thread. Has all the info you could possibly ever want about suspensions, lowering, parts, strategy, cost, etc.

Fourth, if you still have a question, PM me. I consult for free.

Lastly, if you're local to NJ, I HIGHLY recommend you PM me - I install for VERY fair prices.

 

I tried to tell em dj

 

^ The man has spoken.

/thread

 

LOL......Noobosity...........You guys crack me up with this stuff......your advice is "read my DIFINITIVE thread" because you are an expert at cheap suspension on 15 year old cars.......buy what you think he should buy...........then........wait for it.....you "HIGHLY" suggest he PM you and pay you to install it? LOL......Holy Crap, you probably typed that with a straight face. Are you a paying vendor here?

 

im on eibach and kyb's... on NYC streets... tho i would recomend getting coilovers... my first month with the springs was fun but then you relize should have saved up and goten coils... im getting them after winter... but eibach are good... best looking and even drop...

 

ah f8k it. Get coilovers

 

Dude, no offense but have you any idea the knowledge this man has?..Theres a reason hes known as "suspension yoda" and has 13000 posts here over many years.

And whats wrong with suggesting an install to help other members? Especially who are local and can benefit not only by saving money but also getting a quality job.

Just sayin.

 

If i didn't know WTF i was doin when it comes to this cheap suspension, I'll read the thread and still pay him for the install....

 

WTF vs suspension yodaaaaaaaaaaa

 

What's wrong with anything DJ said?? This guy has more knowledge on suspension setups and installation for our cars than anybody on here. Not to mention he's good dude who has helped many of us. You my friend should apologize and kiss the ring.

 

Where can I find coil overs for 2002 maxima that was originally what I wanted but I couldn't find any. And how much do they go for

 

The coil overs do look a lot better does it still ride as smooth with them

 

What are the reviews on d2 and Megan lowering springs

 

You definitely aren't looking too hard! These are all over the place!

http://www.importcarpartsplus.com/ma...ion.htm#Shocks

 

Not a fan of D2. They clunk, pop, and twang even when properly installed.

Megan's I like. Just make sure on the fronts, the lower bracket is on the correct side when you install. A batch of them got assembled incorrectly and you have to swap the lower bracket. If you don't, your camber plates will not be straight when you install the assemblies.

 

Not always the best reasoning here.

Many factors need to be considered when deciding between spring/strut and coilover. Cost, maintenance effort, comfort, LONGEVITY, driving style, list goes on....

 

Thank you all for your support

 

Your decision to go with coilovers is because Eibach suck. They might look the best, but they handle like crap, and will eventually break. Yes, your Eibach spring will literally break. Pick a better spring and maybe you'll stick a spring/strut setup.

 

Lol. Hokay buddy, thanks for your input.

1. I've spent a lot of time writing things up based on my experience. I ask members on here to spend a fraction of that time to read what I wrote, because I don't care to rewrite it every time it gets asked again.

2. I recommend parts based on requirements. Cost, driving style, strategy for the car, lowering/not, desire to maintain are some of the inputs that I use to recommend what works best for any given member. Ask anyone on here, I've happily had a phone conversation with plenty of members to advise them, even if I wasn't doing the install, regardless of where they are located.

3. Me installing a local org member's suspension is MUTUALLY beneficial, I'm not trying to hide that, nor have I ever.

4. I've donated to the forum. You have not.

 

Hey thanks for the help probably going to go with Megan lower in springs. it'sa daily driver and hope it drives smooth .I'm on a budget or I would definitely get coilovers.

 

h-tech?

 

 

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I was thinking of getting h&r but I want it to sit low and Megan springs sit lower than h&R. Not unless the ride quality is a lot worse with Megan springs.

 

The roll eyes wasnt directed at you dude..it was for george_

Megans are fine and yeah if you care to have more flush looks will certainly look better up front, but the H&R handles better.

That's the tradeoff, you have to choose one and live with it.

 

So either be riced out slammed or handle better. Not a hard choice.

 

I wouldn't say Megan's are riced out. Yea, they're lower, yea they don't handle as well as H&R, but if we perhaps put them on a scale of 1 to 10, we're comparing a 5 and a 8, not a 2 and a 9.

 

dj what about stock to megan on that same handle scale where do stock fall?

 

Where does the h-tech stand?