What struts and springs do you recommend?
09-30-2015, 06:48 AM
#1
I have a 2002 that I want lowered but not too much since I live in upstate NY. I want quality so I never have to change them again but I also don't want to spend over $800. I want the whole set up, struts, springs, top hats etc. What do you guys recommend? Thanks 
I found tokico blue struts listed 99-03, 99 is the same part as 03?
I lowered my 97 with tokico blue and she had a beautiful ride but I only had her for a few years so did not see how long they last. Anyone have long term experience with lowered blues?
I found tokico blue struts listed 99-03, 99 is the same part as 03?
I lowered my 97 with tokico blue and she had a beautiful ride but I only had her for a few years so did not see how long they last. Anyone have long term experience with lowered blues?
Last edited by NmexMAX; 09-30-2015 at 07:10 AM.
09-30-2015, 07:09 AM
#2
10-01-2015, 06:08 PM
#6
http://www.shiftice.com/spring_strut_decision.html
/|\ Pictures showing Maxima with different springs.
Generally, lower equates to a rougher ride and less body roll, but be forewarned that some springs with similar drops ride better than others due to superior engineering. A prime example is H&R vs. Maxspeed - here are two springs with a similar drop, but most have found H&Rs offer superior ride and handling. Why? You're paying for H&R's research and expertise. Multiple owners who have switched from Maxspeed to H&R have attested to the fact that the H&Rs better ride and superior control make them a notable improvement over the cheaper Maxspeed springs. Enough of an improvement to justify H&R's much higher cost? Your call.
/|\ Pictures showing Maxima with different springs.
Generally, lower equates to a rougher ride and less body roll, but be forewarned that some springs with similar drops ride better than others due to superior engineering. A prime example is H&R vs. Maxspeed - here are two springs with a similar drop, but most have found H&Rs offer superior ride and handling. Why? You're paying for H&R's research and expertise. Multiple owners who have switched from Maxspeed to H&R have attested to the fact that the H&Rs better ride and superior control make them a notable improvement over the cheaper Maxspeed springs. Enough of an improvement to justify H&R's much higher cost? Your call.
Last edited by RLW001; 10-01-2015 at 06:10 PM.
10-02-2015, 08:08 AM
#8
http://www.shiftice.com/spring_strut_decision.html
/|\ Pictures showing Maxima with different springs.
/|\ Pictures showing Maxima with different springs.
10-02-2015, 08:41 AM
#9
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Inch and a half drop in the front, inch in the rear. Gets rid of the "nose in the air" factory stance, tightens up those fender gaps and still gives a nice ride.
BTW - don't forget the associated hardware. My upper spring seats up front were rotten.
10-09-2015, 05:38 PM
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bumpy ride
I just put on some k sport springs, not top of the line I know, but wanted to get rid of the giant gap upfront while living on a budget, every bump I hit is harsh, the drop said 2" front seems lower and back didnt seem to drop much, any advice on struts that would actually improve the ride quality? I put in some gabriel oems like 4 months ago and was gonna just let them ride till there no good but I drive in Boston everyday and roads suck
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