Suspension Upgrades

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StockMuffinSE
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My roomate drives an 04' G35 sedan. He is currently buying 350z shocks and springs for the car. He has informed me that it is a direct bolt on and is what lots of G35 drivers do for a cheap performance fix.

Which raises my question....Is the 350z suspension a direct bolt-on for an 02 maxima se? Im afraid I will probably have to go with an aftermarket setup. Any information would be appreciated!

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Beancooker
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Said it before and I'm saying it again, Eibach pro kit with Tokico Illumina struts. Can't go wrong with that combo!

Add a FSTB (front strut tower brace) and a RSB (rear sway bar) and you'll be set!

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AMEN to that brother beancooker! noah is a wise, wise man, and his advice shuld be thought over. i listened and went with the eibach prokit, illuminas, fstb, and rsb....much improved over stock! i would def. recommend this setup for anyone doing a suspension upgrade!!!

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I'm on Illuminas and Progress springs with the FSTB and RSB. You'll get a bigger drop than with the Eibachs, but the ride is a bit stiffer. H&R's are also a good alternative.

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I highly doubt the 350Z's RWD suspension layout would work at all with a 2k2 Maxima.

As the above have stated is the appropriate path.

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