Help needed in choosing the right shocks/struts for lowered camry

[Epsilon]

Straight from the Tokico's FAQ on their website:
http://www.tokicogasshocks.com/faq/

"Q. Will other springs work with TOKICO shocks? A. TOKICO shocks are designed to work with original springs or a wide range of performance lowering springs. However, TOKICO shocks tend to deliver their best performance and ride quality when used with original or TOKICO springs."

[Epsilon]

Originally Posted by white3ch0c0late

Dude... this topic has to do with the GR2s. Why are you bringing the AGXs into this when they don't exist for the Gen 5 Camry, nor does KYB intend to create any? On the other hand, Tokico said that within the next half-year, they'll start production on a Tokico Blue line for the Gen 5.

EDIT: Oh, and uh... "personal preference" isn't a real' good basis for comparison.. just lettin' you know.

I specifically stated I would choose KYB over Tokico. I didn't say anything about KYB GR-2 over Tokico blues. You forgot that I also went with KYB due to the numerous great feedback from Newcelica.org members. The Tokicos have the least resistance to drops of all aftermarket struts, 1.25" max suggested by Tokico (all others are 1.5" max).

[Super Kaioken]

yeah KYB is a good brand but is the GR-2 specifically good for your application?

it's like saying McD's is good but you get a nasty sandwich or something

well actually it's your only choice oh well.

oh wait.....coilovers! dang

[Epsilon]

Originally Posted by Super Kaioken

yeah KYB is a good brand but is the GR-2 specifically good for your application?

it's like saying McD's is good but you get a nasty sandwich or something

well actually it's your only choice oh well.

oh wait.....coilovers! dang

Well, here are some reviews:

Tokico Blue's
http://www.carreview.com/cat/parts/s...x.aspx#reviews

KYB GR-2
http://www.carreview.com/cat/parts/s...x.aspx#reviews

[Super Kaioken]

i read a lot of mixed reviews. a lot of horror stories on them blowin up.......dang
i dunno man. i'd stick with oem struts and take it easy.

[Epsilon]

Originally Posted by Super Kaioken

i read a lot of mixed reviews. a lot of horror stories on them blowin up.......dang
i dunno man. i'd stick with oem struts and take it easy.

True, as long as your oem struts don't have very high mileage.

[taj786]

Wow, thanks ppl for all the awesome response rate. Really got a lot to learn from yall. Thanks Epsilon, Super Kaioken and whitechocolate. I think i am going with the stock McPherson strurts for now and wait till something better comes out.

[taj786]

Btw a lil off topic but Super Kaioken, where did u get those red calipers for ur camry or you just painted them red, if so what did you use to paint them?

[Epsilon]

Just wondering, how many miles do you have on your Camry?

[taj786]

79129 since of last night. I know its pretty close to being up there

[Epsilon]

If you feel like your shocks are giving out on you already, I say replace them because it would be worse with aftermarket springs.

[Super Kaioken]

Originally Posted by taj786

Btw a lil off topic but Super Kaioken, where did u get those red calipers for ur camry or you just painted them red, if so what did you use to paint them?

I just painted them myself with a lot of coats of "Racing Red" VHT high temp paint. A lot of people ask me if they're aftermarket

Originally Posted by Epsilon

Just wondering, how many miles do you have on your Camry?

I've got like 64K, yeah it's gettin on up there. Still running like a champ!

Originally Posted by Epsilon

If you feel like your shocks are giving out on you already, I say replace them because it would be worse with aftermarket springs.

Yeah definitely replace them if you feel like you're gettin a bumpy ride. i saw this one camry on Youtube where the back was bouncing hard like hydraulics or something cuz the strut blew.