Suspension workshop recommend?

[Keithchue]

Just to add, my tires 235/65R18. Pressure at 30psi instead of the 33psi recommendation specs.

Still doesn’t help with the harsh ride.

 

Also, to improve ride comfort, any after mkt shocks to recommend?

Was advice if change shocks, keep stock springs as after mkt springs not as good. Any comments?

maybe check mountings, they are also absorbing some shock.

[ianest]

maybe check mountings, they are also absorbing some shock.

You referring to engine and gearbox mountings?

According to technician, they look ok during the 119 point inspection.

 

Any other mountings ?

[EmilyKoon]

maxspeedingrods,  this site including air suspension, turbo, coilovers, connecting rods, crank, air bag, control arm, camber plates and other parts, pls let me know if you need, thanks 

[ianest]

maxspeedingrods,  this site including air suspension, turbo, coilovers, connecting rods, crank, air bag, control arm, camber plates and other parts, pls let me know if you need, thanks 

I'm interested to find out more.

 

I drive a Murano 3.5.

According to 2 different Tan Chong technicians at 2 different centres with test drive, they feel there is nothing wrong with suspension.

 

I've been driving consecutive for last 20yrs, i don't think my butt is "sensitive".

Perhaps SUV was meant to feel firm.

 

I find my stock suspension system too stiff and prefers softer and more comfort ride.

What would you recommend?

[JusticeCg]

What kind of suspension u need?

[ianest]

I'm interested to find out more.

 

I drive a Murano 3.5.

According to 2 different Tan Chong technicians at 2 different centres with test drive, they feel there is nothing wrong with suspension.

 

I've been driving consecutive for last 20yrs, i don't think my butt is "sensitive".

Perhaps SUV was meant to feel firm.

 

I find my stock suspension system too stiff and prefers softer and more comfort ride.

What would you recommend?

 

My sole interest is comfort ride.

No idea what is required.

I'll be grateful if anybody as suggestions.

 

Change springs with lower spring rate?

Edited December 29, 2017 by ianest

[dcb]

Comfort? Stay stock.

My sole interest is comfort ride.

No idea what is required.

I'll be grateful if anybody as suggestions.

 

Change springs with lower spring rate?

 

Edited January 1, 2018 by dcb

[Kklee]

My sole interest is comfort ride.

No idea what is required.

I'll be grateful if anybody as suggestions.

 

Change springs with lower spring rate?

 

 

Check the tyres size, load and speed index vs the recommended.

The recommendation would be in the owners manual or on the placard somewhere on the vehicle.

 

Tyres forms part of the suspension - the sidewall stiffness contributes to the overall ride comfort.

 

E.g.

performance tyres that have stiffer side walls.

different load index and speed index vs recommended

old tyres with harden side walls - check the date code

[ianest]

Comfort? Stay stock.

 

Current is already stock.

Unless the Tan Chong technicians are wrong, (they say suspension feels normal), else must change car liao... :-)

Check the tyres size, load and speed index vs the recommended.

The recommendation would be in the owners manual or on the placard somewhere on the vehicle.

 

Tyres forms part of the suspension - the sidewall stiffness contributes to the overall ride comfort.

 

E.g.

performance tyres that have stiffer side walls.

different load index and speed index vs recommended

old tyres with harden side walls - check the date code

tyre 235/65R18 .

Tyre pressure pump 3psi below manual recommended.

Edited January 2, 2018 by ianest

[dcb]

Current is already stock.

Unless the Tan Chong technicians are wrong, (they say suspension feels normal), else must change car liao... :-)

 

tyre 235/65R18 .

Tyre pressure pump 3psi below manual recommended.

If that’s the case then buy Bilstein dampers and eibach springs for your ride and adjust to softest damping. Hope it’s to your liking.

[Kklee]

Current is already stock.

Unless the Tan Chong technicians are wrong, (they say suspension feels normal), else must change car liao... :-)

tyre 235/65R18 .

Tyre pressure pump 3psi below manual recommended.

 

What's the recommended?

 

E.g   

A)  Recommended 205/55R16 91V Front/Rear 220/210 -  Original tyres bias towards comfort and quiet tyres

B)  Change to 205/55R16 91V Front/Rear 220/210 - Michelin PS3 bias towards performance. 

C)  Change to 205/55R16 94W Front/Rear 210/220 - Michelin PS4 bias towards performance

 

Comparing B to A

- stiffer sidewalls - harsher ride comfort e.g. less tolerant to speed regulating strips

- steering more responsive

- better grip in wet/dry

 

Compare C to B

- softer sidewalls - at recommended pressure of 220/210,  ride more bouncy

- at recommend pressure - steering response too light and sensitive

- at recommended pressure,  slight reduction in wet/dry grip

 

IMHO,  if all else the same,  the reduction of pressure maybe a no-no as it may compromise the traction and longevity (heat) of the tyre i.e. safety.

[ianest]

If that’s the case then buy Bilstein dampers and eibach springs for your ride and adjust to softest damping. Hope it’s to your liking.

 

thanks for recommendation.

is there a specialized eibach distrubuter to recommend?

where to go where technician  knows a suitable spring rate for my requirement?

dont want to end up with stiffer "performance" springs... :- )

 

 

What's the recommended?

 

IMHO,  if all else the same,  the reduction of pressure maybe a no-no as it may compromise the traction and longevity (heat) of the tyre i.e. safety.

 

Recommended front/rear 33 psi.

I reduced rear to 30 psi.

[dcb]

I will recommend Godspeed Auto. Look for Boss Lyonel.

thanks for recommendation.

is there a specialized eibach distrubuter to recommend?

where to go where technician  knows a suitable spring rate for my requirement?

dont want to end up with stiffer "performance" springs... :- )

 

[ianest]

I will recommend Godspeed Auto. Look for Boss Lyonel.

 

Thanks for recommend.

 

wah Bro, the GodSpeed facebook is all about conti and performance cars.

Will they be insulted if I ask them for comfort ride mode? 

[dcb]

Won't la. They also do JDM rides. 

Thanks for recommend.

 

wah Bro, the GodSpeed facebook is all about conti and performance cars.

Will they be insulted if I ask them for comfort ride mode? 

 

[ianest]

Won't la. They also do JDM rides. 

 

Noted. Will drop by for their advise. thx!

[dcb]

Have you done so? 

Noted. Will drop by for their advise. thx!

 

[ianest]

Have you done so? 

 

Noped. Have been travelling.

 

Why?