So basically new struts = $1,500.00+, correct?

[Q45Owner]

Since it appears Tokico no longer makes struts for our G50, the only other option is to go OEM and spend $367 per each front strut ($734) and $223 per each rear strut ($446). So that's $1,180.00 plus any bushings that need replacing plus shipping, plus labor. So we're looking at $1,500.00+ at the end of the day, correct? Are there any other options for us? Anyone? Anyone?

[Brew Q]

Blues for the rear - or at least they claim:

http://thmotorsports.com/i-526524.aspx? ... 2TOlbw_wcB

for the same price of stealership OEM struts = Coilovers

[BCC93QT]

You can get K-spec coilovers out of Japan for around $1100. shipped to your door for about 1300-1400

[elwesso]

I think it'd be worth checking if they actually have them in stock or can get them, because if they do I'll buy a set.

[marcyprojects]

Junkyard man. Swap over from a 95 with low miles if u can. Just got some rears for my 93 for $50 for the pair. They still had the dust boots on them and everything. I have 95 front struts also. worked great, wayy better than $1k even if they last another couple years.

[Brew Q]

You can get K-spec coilovers out of Japan for around $1100. shipped to your door for about 1300-1400

What spring rates are we talking? The ones I see on fleabay are 20/16, Yikes! I'd love coilovers, but not at that rate.

[BCC93QT]

I would assume they are "K-spec" springs as they are the full set. For some reason they sell them cheaper on yahoo auctions than on their Japanese website.

[SanCarlosQ45]

Theres also JIC VIP FLT-Tar from Japan which have a spring rate of 9kg/6kg. I think the rear is six but I don't remember exactly. I got a quote for these shipped to my door of ~$1500. It would cost a little less with different shipping options.

Xcessive manufacturing sells a set of BC racing coilovers that have been setup for the q45, so different top mounts as well as stiffer spring rates and dampers. The spring rates are 14kg/10kg and have been re-valved for these rates. These are $1045 and I was told on Monday these are in stock now.

[CINNALOCKS]

From what I could establish those BC Coilovers are for years 97-01. I see nothing else and I am in the same predicament. One of my fronts is leaking and my mounts are shot... At this point I could get by with used mounts.

[SanCarlosQ45]

They are a custom order from BC racing. They look like they are based on the Z32/R32 coilovers since the only difference are the top mounts and front length. The rears are easy and are about the same length on the 300zx as on the Q45. The front are quite a bit shorter but you can make up for some of that with the bottom mount.

[Brew Q]

Xcessive manufacturing sells a set of BC racing coilovers that have been setup for the q45, so different top mounts as well as stiffer spring rates and dampers. The spring rates are 14kg/10kg and have been re-valved for these rates

That is exactly what I wanted to hear. BC is THE brand to get, from what I've read and 14/10 would be awesome

[OwnerCS]

Since it appears Tokico no longer makes struts for our G50, the only other option is to go OEM and spend $367 per each front strut ($734) and $223 per each rear strut ($446). So that's $1,180.00 plus any bushings that need replacing plus shipping, plus labor. So we're looking at $1,500.00+ at the end of the day, correct? Are there any other options for us? Anyone? Anyone?

What type of ride do you want at the end of the day?

1) A slightly firmer than OEM with slightly better handling
2) A high performance track car ride and feel

[OwnerCS]

I just noticed Advance Auto has 2 different levels of struts for the 94 Q45. The levels are:

Front

1) Gas Matic (++ Customer Reviews) $65.99 to $68.99

2) SensaTrac $105.99

Rear

1) SensaTrac $99.99

You can use the HUGE50 discount code and get $50 off. If you have a problem with your AA order, you can take the struts to a store for refund or replacement.

Many years ago I went through two sets of Nissan OEM shocks on a 280ZX that would last 38,000 miles before the car would start to bounce. I paid big bucks for Nissan OEM struts that never lasted over 40,000 miles. So at 80,000 miles I had a set of Monroe installed at B.F. Goodrich for less than 1/2 the price of OEM. The Monroe struts were still working fine when I sold the car to my mechanic at 160,000 miles. So bottom line is I got struts that lasted 2x longer than OEM for less than 1/2 the price with a little better handling to boot.

More recently I used Monroe SensaTracs on a 95 Maxima SE and Tokico Blues on the 99 I30. I must admit the Tokico Blues have a crisper ride than SensaTracs around town. However, the SensaTracs have some type of variable ride control that gives a smooth ride around town but seems to firm up on corners. The Tokico ride doesn't seem to vary with road/handling conditions. For the 99 Maxima, I run KYB AGX adjustables. The KYB AGX adjustables are whole different use case application.

If I can't get Tokico Blues for the 91 Q45 when I need new struts, I'll go with SensaTracs and call it a day.

[Q45Owner]

I just noticed Advance Auto has 2 different levels of struts for the 94 Q45. The levels are:

Front

1) Gas Matic (++ Customer Reviews) $65.99 to $68.99

2) SensaTrac $105.99

Rear

1) SensaTrac $99.99

You can use the HUGE50 discount code and get $50 off. If you have a problem with your AA order, you can take the struts to a store for refund or replacement.

Many years ago I went through two sets of Nissan OEM shocks on a 280ZX that would last 38,000 miles before the car would start to bounce. I paid big bucks for Nissan OEM struts that never lasted over 40,000 miles. So at 80,000 miles I had a set of Monroe installed at B.F. Goodrich for less than 1/2 the price of OEM. The Monroe struts were still working fine when I sold the car to my mechanic at 160,000 miles. So bottom line is I got struts that lasted 2x longer than OEM for less than 1/2 the price with a little better handling to boot.

More recently I used Monroe SensaTracs on a 95 Maxima SE and Tokico Blues on the 99 I30. I must admit the Tokico Blues have a crisper ride than SensaTracs around town. However, the SensaTracs have some type of variable ride control that gives a smooth ride around town but seems to firm up on corners. The Tokico ride doesn't seem to vary with road/handling conditions. For the 99 Maxima, I run KYB AGX adjustables. The KYB AGX adjustables are whole different use case application.

If I can't get Tokico Blues for the 91 Q45 when I need new struts, I'll go with SensaTracs and call it a day.

Hey, so I looked up the Sensatracs on Advance Auto and it says "fit varies". It does not say an "exact fit". Are you sure these would work on a 94 Q? I guess I should just contact them and ask them directly, but I never even bothered to consider them because when you do any kind of search for a part on there, if it doesn't say "exact fit", I just assume it doesn't fit. Am I wrong?

[OwnerCS]

I would verify the part number from the Monroe site. I think the fit varies message is a caution because those struts cannot be used with a Q45a.

[Brew Q]

I 2nd the SensaTracs... I put a set with Eibachs on one of my 3rd gen maximas years ago. I put a lot of miles on them and they were still going strong when I sold the car. Miss that car

[thrill]

Blues for the rear - or at least they claim:

http://thmotorsports.com/i-526524.aspx? ... 2TOlbw_wcB

for the same price of stealership OEM struts = Coilovers

They list the fronts, too. I just order all four corners and should have them next weekend. Paid $339.58 plus free shipping. Order confirmed. I'll let you know what it looks like when I open the box.

[justjuiceit4]

Let us know if you actually get these struts. I seem to remember ordering them last year and thought I hit pay dirt! Turns out they cancelled the order a few days later.

[thrill]

I will update every time I get more information.

>update: got and invoice via email this morning...considering they were closed Saturday and Sunday, I assume a human has touched my order and it is just a matter of time before I get shipping confirmation or order cancellation. Stay tuned.

[OwnerCS]

Note there is a difference between 1994 and 1990 Q45 struts so inventories may vary.

[thrill]

Note there is a difference between 1994 and 1990 Q45 struts so inventories may vary.

Thanks for the heads up OwnerCS! I have a 90 and that was the vehicle i enter for the parts search...came up with> Part #: HU2892 rear Part #: HU2890 front
I am holding my breath on these until they are installed and will keep updating as I get new info...speaking of which

>update: email this morning says they shipped with tracking numbers...kinda skeptical, kinda optimistic.

[justjuiceit4]

Be optimistic, as the 1990 front struts are still available, the 1994 ones not so much. Maybe that is why they cancelled my order, because they could not fulfill the entire order, just the rears.

[thrill]

>update: got em. All four arrived today and I'm putting them in Friday. True struts and not inserts. They look like tokico blues. As long as they sway right in, I'm good. I will update after install.

[mattd1979]

If you have a 94-96 G50 and the later model Tokico struts are no longer available then all you have to do for a work around is to replace the 3rd member that connects between the spindle and the upper link with one from a 90-93 model. Then you can use the earlier style front struts.

[thrill]

So I'm hunting around four hardware to install these today (stupid) and all I could find were front bellow/bumpers and rear mount bushings. What would my options for rear bellows/bumper or dust boot, and front mounting bushings? Thanks in advance for any help.

[OwnerCS]

I ordered front/rear boots/bellows from www.orderinfinitiparts.com. I've never found anything that fits like the stock boots/bellows.

The rest of the bushings and strut caps I can get from www.rockauto.com

[thrill]

Thanks for the info OwnerCS. That was what I was looking for. Unfortunately says their online security certificate has expired, so I'll call them monday and place my order over the phone.

[thrill]

Done! Finally got some time today to tear into the struts. Went well. Infiniti rear boot/bumper. Carquest front boot and bumper. Tokico blue front and rear. Carquest rear mounting bushings. I really didn't like the boot and bumper from carquest. Two separate pieces and the boot was hard plastic. I found the original boot/bumpers installed and they came with a part number stamped in them so I might see if I can find them by part number search and swap them out. Overall was a pretty straight forward job. Needed to remove one of the rear link assembly bolts on the hub side to be able to clear the strut for removal. one of my rears was shot completely and the ride with tokicos was a huge improvement. I can't wait to break these in and put them through their paces. Thanks again for the info.

[thrill]

If you have a 94-96 G50 and the later model Tokico struts are no longer available then all you have to do for a work around is to replace the 3rd member that connects between the spindle and the upper link with one from a 90-93 model. Then you can use the earlier style front struts.

I guess I really posted this in the wrong place. I was so excited to find blues in my size that I kept ignoring the fact that this is a 94-96 thread. My install is 90-93(90 specifically). Matt has it right if you still want to use these struts. I figure the answer to the question should be clear and at the bottom.