New Member : My G37X Sedan
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As an X owner we're kinda stuck when it comes to aftermarket shocks/struts as there aren't really any "good" options basically only OEM replacement. Whereas the non-X guys have some good choices like Koni's which are more or less designed to work well with lowering springs. It would seem from a good bit of research that I've done, is that we put lowering springs at our own risk with the likelihood we will potentially reduce the lifespan of our shocks because they are operating outside of what they were designed for. I only have 30k on my car so I am a little less concerned but also knowing if/when my shocks go I'll either have to have someone customize some Koni's to work OR go with coilovers of which there are some pretty good options for the X. Fortune 500's or Stance w/Swift spring upgrades are at the top of my list when that time comes. The downside of coilovers is that the ride will stiffen compared to stock, they can get pretty pricey, and its best to invest in a camber kit if you drop any lower than an inch or so.
Do some solid research and think about what costs you may incur in the future, since you already have a lot of miles on your current suspension. A slight drop is def. needed with the X to cut the excessive wheel gap. Good luck and welcome!
Do some solid research and think about what costs you may incur in the future, since you already have a lot of miles on your current suspension. A slight drop is def. needed with the X to cut the excessive wheel gap. Good luck and welcome!
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are you planning on changing out the old struts/shocks? I'm at 55K miles on my stock suspension and will be putting on the Swifts that I've had in storage over the winter. I'm still going back and forth between coils or Swifts. I had KYB's on my M35 with Eibach springs and the ride was good. I can't seem to find KYB's (fronts) for the G37X though..... too many decisions LOL....
Here are the KYB part numbers via Rockauto:
KYB 349089 GR-2 / Excel-G Info
Rear; AWD; Coupe; Sedan; w/o 4 Wheel Steering
KYB 340011 GR-2 / Excel-G Info
Front Left; AWD; Sedan; w/o 4 Wheel Steering
KYB 340010 GR-2 / Excel-G Info
Front Right; AWD; Sedan; w/o 4 Wheel Steering
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