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Old 07-22-2010, 12:52 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Any one used KYB struts?

Saw a good price on KYB struts on amazon. I've never used their stuff before. Do they make a decent product or is it a case of: "It's cheaper for a reason"?

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I've had KYB AGX 4 way adjustables on my 2 for 7 years. They work very well and are very durable. Flatline cornering and stiff as h*ll. I keep the front on #1 and the rear on #2 settings.
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KYB struts are good quality. I installed them on my '70 VW, '88 Camry, '92 Maxima and '00 Camry. I wouldn't hesitate to install them on another car.
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the only ones made for the gen2 was the kyb gr2 very close to oem ride feel
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i did! they're awesome.
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Cool, thanks. I'll go ahead and order 'em.
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..i recommend...improved the ride/handling on my 91.
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kyb gr2 on a second gen camry are a nice ride i have em. but can't wait to get rid of em for somethng firmer.
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Cool, thanks. I'll go ahead and order 'em.
post up a link to where you're purchasing them?

ive had mine 9 years now. on the rear set, one of them started leaking and the original place, Les Schwab, warranty replaced both rear struts at no charge. i do have a ton of heavy stereo equipment in my trunk and have had it for the full 9 yrs which might have contributed to the leak.

they have worked great with my intrax lowering springs which i did all at the same time, exactly 9 yrs ago.

the intrax springs on the other hand are starting to sag bad and my wheels are rubbing up front even after i rolled the fenders a tiny bit...
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^^ http://www.amazon.com

Go to automotive and enter your car's info.

They've also got Gabriel and Monroe Sensa-Tracs cheaper than I've seen anywhere else--including rockauto.com.
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i just put on my Intrax springs up front (doing the back next week) and i used KYB's. they ride so much nicer. its stiffer around corners yet smooth!
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Old 08-16-2010, 07:52 AM   #12 (permalink)
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^^^Just got rid of the Camry last week. I'll remember the positive reviews when the new ride needs new ones though.
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