SE vs SL suspension tuning
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Originally Posted by MaxPilot
Anyone know?
Quote from FreshAlloy.........
As with other Nissan cars, there's a choice of an SE and SL trim. The SE includes the sports tuned suspension (stiffer springs, shocks, etc.) and can be had with a 6 speed manual or 5 speed automatic. The SL has a softer suspension and comes with only a 4 speed automatic for now.
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Originally Posted by DriveFast
Quote from FreshAlloy.........
As with other Nissan cars, there's a choice of an SE and SL trim. The SE includes the sports tuned suspension (stiffer springs, shocks, etc.) and can be had with a 6 speed manual or 5 speed automatic. The SL has a softer suspension and comes with only a 4 speed automatic for now.
As with other Nissan cars, there's a choice of an SE and SL trim. The SE includes the sports tuned suspension (stiffer springs, shocks, etc.) and can be had with a 6 speed manual or 5 speed automatic. The SL has a softer suspension and comes with only a 4 speed automatic for now.
I guess what I'm asking is what after-market parts could I get to get a little sportier handling for my SL?
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Not a motor head....... but
the stab bar in front & rear are exactly the same size in SE & SL. Both have same multilink in back. Doesn't leave much (struts, springs, and wheels as you mentioned). Can't imagine putting new springs in the new ride. Sometimes I think I miss the tighter SE (I drove both), but I have such a long commute I figured I better go with the comfort.
If you get a chance get out and drive the Mazda 6, it's no Max but what a tight little car! The thing is basically built around a roll cage, no sway. Reminds me of the days of the 325i.
the stab bar in front & rear are exactly the same size in SE & SL. Both have same multilink in back. Doesn't leave much (struts, springs, and wheels as you mentioned). Can't imagine putting new springs in the new ride. Sometimes I think I miss the tighter SE (I drove both), but I have such a long commute I figured I better go with the comfort.
If you get a chance get out and drive the Mazda 6, it's no Max but what a tight little car! The thing is basically built around a roll cage, no sway. Reminds me of the days of the 325i.
Originally Posted by MaxPilot
I know the differences between the SE and SL. What are the parts differences? Is it just stiffer springs and shocks? What is the etc.? Sway bars? Bushings? I guess bigger wheels and tires of course.
I guess what I'm asking is what after-market parts could I get to get a little sportier handling for my SL?
I guess what I'm asking is what after-market parts could I get to get a little sportier handling for my SL?
Not sure about the Front Sway Bar on 04 SE, but on 2002 SE it was larger compared to the GLE and GXE models.
I know 04 Max now has independent rear suspension so you guys got RSB there as well. Maybe it is different in SE compared to SL as well, but I am not sure.
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Originally Posted by DriveFast
Not a motor head....... but
the stab bar in front & rear are exactly the same size in SE & SL. Both have same multilink in back. Doesn't leave much (struts, springs, and wheels as you mentioned). Can't imagine putting new springs in the new ride. Sometimes I think I miss the tighter SE (I drove both), but I have such a long commute I figured I better go with the comfort.
If you get a chance get out and drive the Mazda 6, it's no Max but what a tight little car! The thing is basically built around a roll cage, no sway. Reminds me of the days of the 325i.
the stab bar in front & rear are exactly the same size in SE & SL. Both have same multilink in back. Doesn't leave much (struts, springs, and wheels as you mentioned). Can't imagine putting new springs in the new ride. Sometimes I think I miss the tighter SE (I drove both), but I have such a long commute I figured I better go with the comfort.
If you get a chance get out and drive the Mazda 6, it's no Max but what a tight little car! The thing is basically built around a roll cage, no sway. Reminds me of the days of the 325i.
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Originally Posted by Dany
Struts and springs probably stiffer on SE.
Not sure about the Front Sway Bar on 04 SE, but on 2002 SE it was larger compared to the GLE and GXE models.
I know 04 Max now has independent rear suspension so you guys got RSB there as well. Maybe it is different in SE compared to SL as well, but I am not sure.
Not sure about the Front Sway Bar on 04 SE, but on 2002 SE it was larger compared to the GLE and GXE models.
I know 04 Max now has independent rear suspension so you guys got RSB there as well. Maybe it is different in SE compared to SL as well, but I am not sure.
SAME FRONT & REAR STAB AS I POSTED EARLIER (I DO MY HOMEWORK)
www.courtesyparts.com/maxima/a34_specs.html
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Originally Posted by Dany
Struts and springs probably stiffer on SE.
Not sure about the Front Sway Bar on 04 SE, but on 2002 SE it was larger compared to the GLE and GXE models.
I know 04 Max now has independent rear suspension so you guys got RSB there as well. Maybe it is different in SE compared to SL as well, but I am not sure.
Not sure about the Front Sway Bar on 04 SE, but on 2002 SE it was larger compared to the GLE and GXE models.
I know 04 Max now has independent rear suspension so you guys got RSB there as well. Maybe it is different in SE compared to SL as well, but I am not sure.
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