FX35 the same fitment for suspension? - Nissan Murano

Jim Hef · 05-19-2011, 05:10 PM

Since I can't seem to find any "performance" shocks and struts to fit our Muranos, I was wondering if the FX35 or 45 share a similar part. If so, does anyone know if those Infiniti parts are tuned for a stiffer suspension and better handling?

nitely · 05-20-2011, 02:59 AM

SE models like my 04 AWD have tighter/stiffer suspension than SL on the first gen. Don't know if the LE got that feature? I'm sure infinity has the same option.

Jim Hef · 05-20-2011, 09:12 AM

I'm looking for recommendations for a second generation, '09, Murano. KYB is the only source that I've found that lists the Murano, and those are "OEM" replacements.

**njjoe** · 05-20-2011, 10:40 AM

JH-

You could take truckintube's approach and install stiffer springs on the four corners.

ok H&R spring is in

-njjoe

Jim Hef · 05-20-2011, 05:41 PM

Thanks, I saw that earlier, but not sure about the "lowering" aspect for this vehicle. Interestingly, I also don't see SE shocks called out in any catalog as a different listing.

PA_Murano · 06-07-2011, 03:01 PM

Given the Murano is built on the D platform, I would think you might be able to use Altima suspension parts, but not sure.

Jim Hef · 06-08-2011, 08:53 AM

I checked that out also, and the part numbers are different for the Altima. I would imagine it's the raised height of the Murano that would require the shocks to be longer.

truckintube · 06-19-2011, 12:55 PM

I've seen some coilovers for murano was able to work on FX35, so I say it would work...
I seen on the infiniti forum that one guy used murano one to drop. and didn't see issue, which would work right on backwords... this is coiloverkit for fx35 that looks identical to the one for murano.

BC Coilover
http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=9300

Install with pics.
http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=9333

their suspension is smiler...

I'll see if there is coilover for FX35 in Japan so I can compare the model and kit # and see if they are same... I'll keep you guys post it.

Jim Hef · 06-23-2011, 01:46 PM

Thanks for those links...interesting!

truckintube · 06-23-2011, 02:12 PM

Jim,

you can also get air suspension kit/ air struts if you want to go that route. Helix and airbagit both have air struts available. I'm probably go with that router in next spring.

05-19-2011, 05:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
Jim Hef Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 151	FX35 the same fitment for suspension? Since I can't seem to find any "performance" shocks and struts to fit our Muranos, I was wondering if the FX35 or 45 share a similar part. If so, does anyone know if those Infiniti parts are tuned for a stiffer suspension and better handling?

05-20-2011, 10:40 AM	#4 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,744	JH- You could take truckintube's approach and install stiffer springs on the four corners. ok H&R spring is in -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

06-07-2011, 03:01 PM	#6 (permalink)
PA_Murano Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 31	Given the Murano is built on the D platform, I would think you might be able to use Altima suspension parts, but not sure. __________________ 2011 SL AWD, Graphite Blue, Beige interior

06-19-2011, 12:55 PM	#8 (permalink)
truckintube Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY Posts: 117	I've seen some coilovers for murano was able to work on FX35, so I say it would work... I seen on the infiniti forum that one guy used murano one to drop. and didn't see issue, which would work right on backwords... this is coiloverkit for fx35 that looks identical to the one for murano. BC Coilover http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=9300 Install with pics. http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=9333 their suspension is smiler... I'll see if there is coilover for FX35 in Japan so I can compare the model and kit # and see if they are same... I'll keep you guys post it. __________________ Owner of TruckinTube.com and vCigStore.com Exceeding Limits Truck Club NY Chap V.P.

06-23-2011, 02:12 PM	#10 (permalink)
truckintube Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY Posts: 117	Jim, you can also get air suspension kit/ air struts if you want to go that route. Helix and airbagit both have air struts available. I'm probably go with that router in next spring. __________________ Owner of TruckinTube.com and vCigStore.com Exceeding Limits Truck Club NY Chap V.P.

05-20-2011, 02:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
nitely Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 1,418	SE models like my 04 AWD have tighter/stiffer suspension than SL on the first gen. Don't know if the LE got that feature? I'm sure infinity has the same option.

05-20-2011, 09:12 AM	#3 (permalink)
Jim Hef Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 151	I'm looking for recommendations for a second generation, '09, Murano. KYB is the only source that I've found that lists the Murano, and those are "OEM" replacements.

05-20-2011, 05:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
Jim Hef Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 151	Thanks, I saw that earlier, but not sure about the "lowering" aspect for this vehicle. Interestingly, I also don't see SE shocks called out in any catalog as a different listing.

06-08-2011, 08:53 AM	#7 (permalink)
Jim Hef Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 151	I checked that out also, and the part numbers are different for the Altima. I would imagine it's the raised height of the Murano that would require the shocks to be longer.

06-23-2011, 01:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
Jim Hef Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 151	Thanks for those links...interesting!

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