Question regarding Shocks/Struts
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Question regarding Shocks/Struts
I have a '97 GLE and it's bothered me for the past like 3 years that the ride is really soft/bouncy and there's a LOT of body roll when I turn...I can even feel it switching lanes on the highway. Any other maxima owners that have these symptoms?
Anyway, I was looking into buying some new shocks/struts and I was wondering if anybody with the KYB upgrades could describe how their ride feels after they replaced the factory struts? Because I want the ride to be nice and firm, but not too firm. And lastly, if I replace my struts with the KYB's is it recommended to replace the springs too? I'm trying to improve my ride without spending more than I have to. Thanks for any help in advance
Anyway, I was looking into buying some new shocks/struts and I was wondering if anybody with the KYB upgrades could describe how their ride feels after they replaced the factory struts? Because I want the ride to be nice and firm, but not too firm. And lastly, if I replace my struts with the KYB's is it recommended to replace the springs too? I'm trying to improve my ride without spending more than I have to. Thanks for any help in advance
If you want to keep stock springs, get KYB GR-2s or Tokico Blues. More info: http://drewm.dyndns.org/~drew/maxfaq...MaximaHandling
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haha...i'll keep that in mind...ok i just read my post and i think i should rephrase my question. I want my car to ride a decent better (decent amount stiffer and smoother rather than bouncing like crazy, but not stiff as hell) For this effect, should I get spring AND shocks, just shocks or what?
Re: Question regarding Shocks/Struts
Originally posted by zealotnyc
I have a '97 GLE and it's bothered me for the past like 3 years that the ride is really soft/bouncy and there's a LOT of body roll when I turn...I can even feel it switching lanes on the highway. Any other maxima owners that have these symptoms?
Anyway, I was looking into buying some new shocks/struts and I was wondering if anybody with the KYB upgrades could describe how their ride feels after they replaced the factory struts? Because I want the ride to be nice and firm, but not too firm. And lastly, if I replace my struts with the KYB's is it recommended to replace the springs too? I'm trying to improve my ride without spending more than I have to. Thanks for any help in advance
I have a '97 GLE and it's bothered me for the past like 3 years that the ride is really soft/bouncy and there's a LOT of body roll when I turn...I can even feel it switching lanes on the highway. Any other maxima owners that have these symptoms?
Anyway, I was looking into buying some new shocks/struts and I was wondering if anybody with the KYB upgrades could describe how their ride feels after they replaced the factory struts? Because I want the ride to be nice and firm, but not too firm. And lastly, if I replace my struts with the KYB's is it recommended to replace the springs too? I'm trying to improve my ride without spending more than I have to. Thanks for any help in advance
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sounds good...did you get the AGX or GR-2's? and what springs did you pair them with. I know springs help the handling but does it also help the ride? Cos' i'm not a speed racer or anything, just want a comfy ride
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I'm going to get Progress springs on saturday[08.09.2003]. How long do you think I can go before I need to replace my struts? The guy told me I can go for about a year, but does that sound correct? BTW: can't wait to get my 19" rims!!!! I iwll upload pics when i get them. 
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Originally posted by zealotnyc
I want my car to ride a decent better (decent amount stiffer and smoother rather than bouncing like crazy, but not stiff as hell) For this effect, should I get spring AND shocks, just shocks or what?
I want my car to ride a decent better (decent amount stiffer and smoother rather than bouncing like crazy, but not stiff as hell) For this effect, should I get spring AND shocks, just shocks or what?
The GR2's are a nice upgrade from factory, Tokico Blues will give you back the factory ride.
If you'd like to go with adjustables, KYB AGX or Tokico Illuminas.
I have a set of front AGX's for sale http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?threadid=238363
If your interested in those, all you'd need are the rears and you'd have an adjustable ride. AGX's will make your car ride like a sports car coupled with the stock springs.
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Just so i'm clear on something, Struts are the same as Shocks am I right?
Your offer sounds pretty good NJMax, but i'm leaning towards the GR-2's like you suggested, think some springs on top of that would help that much more? And NJMax, if I did end up with the GR-2's I might come to your place to get 'em, $100 for install right?
Your offer sounds pretty good NJMax, but i'm leaning towards the GR-2's like you suggested, think some springs on top of that would help that much more? And NJMax, if I did end up with the GR-2's I might come to your place to get 'em, $100 for install right?
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Originally posted by zealotnyc
Just so i'm clear on something, Struts are the same as Shocks am I right?
Your offer sounds pretty good NJMax, but i'm leaning towards the GR-2's like you suggested, think some springs on top of that would help that much more? And NJMax, if I did end up with the GR-2's I might come to your place to get 'em, $100 for install right?
Just so i'm clear on something, Struts are the same as Shocks am I right?
Your offer sounds pretty good NJMax, but i'm leaning towards the GR-2's like you suggested, think some springs on top of that would help that much more? And NJMax, if I did end up with the GR-2's I might come to your place to get 'em, $100 for install right?
You can't beat that for an adjustable suspension installed!!!!
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Struts in front and shocks in back.
Struts in front and shocks in back.
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I'm going to have to consult the bank...so, I get those rears, +150, Dust Boots +70, $470 is still not a bad price...think there's any chance that teh front dampeners will **** up a lot earlier than the rears? 30k miles is a pretty long haul...but if it was at stock height it shouldn't have made TOO much difference
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I believe you, obviously you must deal with a lot of cars so that shows something right there. What's the cheapest price you know for the rear's and 4 Dust Boots? I just want to have a good estimate to base this on
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I'll give you my word and a handshake that they will outlast your car.......
I'll give you my word and a handshake that they will outlast your car.......
I believe you, obviously you must deal with a lot of cars so that shows something right there. What's the cheapest price you know for the rear's and 4 Dust Boots? I just want to have a good estimate to base this on
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Originally posted by zealotnyc
What's the cheapest price you know for the rear's
What's the cheapest price you know for the rear's
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