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Old 01-12-2011, 07:32 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Question Online-Auction-Site suspension kits <> good/bad $

I have located front end suspension kits online for a low price, it is a fairly complete kit leaving the lower control arms, struts and hardware to be purchased separately; Understood

My question is "Does anyone have firsthand experience with these kits" are they worth my labor to install them?

The low price has me suspecting the quality of them. My Camry has 290K so I am not looking to invest in OME parts, as much as I would love too.

I need mention this is stock stuff, no HP for this driver

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Old 01-12-2011, 12:53 PM   #2 (permalink)
3s-gte in a Camry?!?
 
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What is actually in the kit? Where is it from? What parts are you looking to replace?

The most important parts that need to be replaced are still in your 'to be purchased separately' list. Lower control arms + bushings, struts and strut tops should be all that you need unless something else is broken or totally worn out.

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NEW set Includes : $64 + shipping

2 Lower ball joint

2 Inner & 2 outer tie rods end

2 Sway bar link rear suspension

As you say I will need to purchase the parts you listed as well

Not sure if these are a good place to start
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