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im a newbie and have questions about suspension for my '97

Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2017 5:14 pm
by wvpathfinder
my ride runs rough. do i need shocks or struts? are they the same thing?does anyone have experience with suspension KITS or lift kits for the '97? id like to get mine fixed up good enough suspension wise to hit the hills. what kind of suspension replacements are typical for a 4x4 1997 pathfinder. anybody that doesnt mind answering a few newbie questions about a 97 model please hmu

Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2017 8:45 pm
by smj999smj
You have struts in the fronts and shock absorbers in the rear. It's hard to say if they are the cause of your "rough ride" or not without driving the vehicle and inspecting the vehicle. A number of other things can cause a rough ride, too, including bad or over-inflated tires, worn or broken coil springs and/or bushings. The bushings in the rear suspension's upper and lower links are especially prone to failure and will adversely affect ride quality. You might want to get professional auto technician to inspect your vehicle.

As far as suspension lifts, 4x4parts.com has options for Nissan trucks that would be worth looking into.

Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2017 1:51 pm
by fleurys
sfcreation.com also for lift kits and skidplates.

Cheers.