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  1. #1 2008 GXP Bilstein Struts 
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    Can you adjust the these struts to soften the ride any. I had a 2007 and rode perfect now I have this 2008 and rides very stiff.
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    nope. if its "stiff" might wana double check tire pressures and verify your control arms move up and down easily.
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    Brand new Bridgestone potenza's 30psi. And everything seems ok. Just not as smooth as my 2007.
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    Was your 07 a GXP as well?
    06 GXP | 222/227 cam/cartuning turbo kit on 8psi/meth/e85 coilovers/ still on stock trans at 130k
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    Possibly they have been replaced. When they are replaced Bilstein has a stiffer version than stock and a softer version than stock. Maybe yours has the stiffer version. If you can get a part # off of them, that might help.
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    Potenza's are a very stiff tire to begin with, they arent fun to put on 18's.

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    I have Portenza's on 18's and they hold corners like rails! No hydroplaning ... But have worn pretty fast though is my only complaint.
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    Not to sure cause I just bought the car in January but pretty sure they are original. I have have my 2007 gxp still . Bought back from the insurance company. A drama yeah I wouldn't want any other tire on this car then the potenza's. ... but man the ride is definitely not the same. And I no for a fact nothing was done to my 2007 before I got it and it even sounded better.
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