Koni or KYB? - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

vash169 · 04-21-2007, 05:34 PM

The shocks on my 89 GT are done for, time to replace!

Ebay surprisingly has a few to pick from, I remember when I couldn't find any at all. My choices are between Koni and KYB. Anybody have experience using either of these brands, any good experiences or horror stories?

Blane · 04-22-2007, 12:02 PM

KYB... Works great on my car!

***PhatRoyale*** · 04-22-2007, 09:27 PM

Both brands are pretty commonly used. KYB is an OEM replacement type shock where as Koni's have a hard firm ride which are more performance oriented and more suited for use with lowering springs. If it's a daily driver, then get KYBs.... if you want a sportier rider and better handling, get Koni's.

If you want to pay a bit more and have a compromise, get adjustable Konis