like_a_g37

I have read that the Tanabe Sustec coilovers are better than the stock suspension on the S model. Can you confirm this?

Also, I used to love the suspension on my 2006 Mercedes C55 AMG. How would the Tanabe Sustec coilovers on the G37 compare to the suspension on the 2006 Mercedes C55 AMG?

Black Betty

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"Better" is totally subjective. Yes, they improve the handling. No they don't ride better. I never drove a C55 so I can't make any comparison there.

like_a_g37

You are saying that the tanabe sustec's don't ride better?

Are you saying that I'm still going to experience the sloppyness and bouncyness of the base G37 suspension while driving down the road even if I have upgraded it with the tanabe sustec coilovers?

Steveo47

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^^ you wont experience the same sloppiness. They will improve road feel, they will not be as comfortable as stock though.

Doggy

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Just get some tein coilovers. But the tanabe are the more softer coilovers from what I've heard. There's no dampening which is why I wouldn't get them. But I've heard people say that they so ride better than stock. But about the Benz, isn't the ride stiff?

like_a_g37

If less sloppiness means less bouncyness then that sounds like what I want.

For suspensions I really like AMG and M3 sport suspensions.

Are the sustec coilovers like these suspensions?

Or do the sustec coilovers ride more like the suspension on the original Porsche Boxster which was harder and more fatiguing?

like_a_g37

"no dampening" sounds like a harsh ride.

When I think "dampening" I think "shock absorption."

Is additional shock absorption provided by a different component, is shock absorption removed, lessened or just managed differently?

InspiredMan

The Tanabe coilovers are good for daily driving. Better than stock suspension while still maintaining a smooth ride. There are lots of threads on the subject

like_a_g37

I guess the only way to know for sure would be to test drive a set.

Is there any way to do this?

Also - I don't think anyone has done a compare/contrast to the suspension used by AMG or BMW M cars....

jmlenz

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I assume you mean no adjustable dampening? Anyways, read around the forum, the sustec pros are one one the highest rated/reviewed coilovers out there for the G. From reviews they have perfectly matched springs/dampers but they have are built for a purpose...mild/moderate street performance. No 32-way adjustability, no pillow mounts, softer rates, etc. They are close to stock ride comfort as you will find in coilovers, while still improving handling and ride characteristics. They are not made for the track or someone that really wants to adjust or tweak their suspension to the nth degree. I have ordered these for this various reason but have not installed them yet.

like_a_g37

Thanks jml - sounds like a definite upgrade, proven product and good price point