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Just bought an R34 GTT, need some help from you guys, the car has TIEN shocks and springs, the ride is bone breaking, the roads in the Philippines are bad with holes and bumps everywhere, so makes it hard to drive when the ride is so stiff, have reduced 10-20psi, but still very stiff, front end seems to bounce now, i am thinking of changing all the shocks and springs, car is not used on track, just street use, so i'm in need of your help to suggest the best shocks and springs, for a smoother ride, but still keeping all the performance, car runs great, but would enjoy it more if it were a smother ride. Thank you and regards to all. Phil

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If what you have is too hard I'd be going for a lower spring rate for the next set you buy. I had Swift springs in my WRX and they were as comfortable if not more so than stock and they were lowered, I'm not sure if they do a set for skylines but you can always do a bit of Google searching.

I bought the medium rated springs from TEIN and they are pretty good. Slightly stiffer than standard. They also make a soft version so you might want to look at that. Being in the Philippines I'm not sure what is locally available but here Bilsteins, Koni shocks are pretty good and but can be pretty pricey.

Depending on your budget you can get some new coilovers which are adjustable but get them with a low spring rate as stated. Otherwise the standard newish suspension is always another option!

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