Not yet, but at 183k miles and counting, I'll be doing this on all corners probably right before winter

 

New struts will get rid of the floaty ride. Also, it will make the a bit quieter inside. I have no idea how that works, but that has been my experience after replacing struts. Many people here have reported good performance with KYBs.

 

I've used KYB's on other vehicles in the past. No issues.

 

I used the kyb complete struts in my 2009 Toyota highlander limited. It works great.

 

I installed Monroe brand a few years back .. still working fine. I've had heard that KYB is much better. I think the thing to look for is the spring size on these strut kits as often times they are smaller than the original.

 

Can't speak for the plus models, when I replaced my struts, they only sold individual parts, not the full package with a spring. I reused my old springs. But I put the KYB struts on 3 years ago and have put about ~40-50K miles on them since with zero issues (haven't noticed a difference in ride either. I plan to keep these until I replace the car. They will definitely improve the ride, at ~165K miles when I replaced the OEM struts, they were definitely worn,

 

I have all four KYB strut plus units on hand and they look great, if looks count. Springs appear to be the same diameter and number of coils. $580 shipped from parts geek and I rec’d them in one day. I’ll follow up on this post once I have them installed.

Bob

 

I installed new KYB quick struts (I'm assuming they are different than the strut plus?) in the rear of my 2011, ride is much better now and they've held up good so far.

 

Yes, the strut plus units are struts/springs/strut mounts ready to bolt right up. This job has been an absolute nightmare for a bunch of reasons, mostly rust. I had to cut the rear CA bolt and ball joint nut and re-tap one of the swaybar bracket holes. Replacing the sway bar bushings alone are a huge PIA because of limited access.

Hoping tmrw to get pass side done and driver side will go a lot faster and rears should be a piece of cake.

 

Initial reaction after 10 mile test drive is the KYB’s are a home run. Ride height seems normal and ride quality is great. For anyone looking to do the same, the KYB part #’s are:

SR4446
SR4451

KYB Strut-Plus

Bob

 

Put about 300 miles on these now and completely satisfied with the ride height and ride quality.

 

Ok some 4 years later - how are they holding up

 

I had the 4 kyb quick struts installed two months ago on my 2010 limited @ 130k. The independent shop said they went right on without issue. Even got the $75 rebate.

So far I like them alot. Bumps are just that, no longer near jolts. Ride is improved without being harsher. Time will tell.

 

So glad I completely forgot about the rebate and the boxes are long gone! The hits keep on coming for me

 

anyone know what's appropriate for a 2011 HiHy Limited (build date 9/2010)? tirerack is saying SR4451/4450 but all other sites are saying SR4453/4452. It seems there's a change-over in 2011's - so its dependent on the build date (I don't recall the month, though).

 

I do know that 2011-2013 models are considered a gen 2.5. Maybe that's the difference? I've got the same job coming up this summer in my 2010

 

Does anyone have more feedback on the KYB Strut Plus for the Highlander? Curious to see what people think about them - I'm read some positive and negative comments online but I'm sure it depends on the model/vehicle as well.

I'm at almost 200k miles, and my front strut mount needs to be replaced, and I'm trying to decide between the Strut Plus assembly or replacing the strut/mount/seat/bumper/dust cover with Toyota parts.

 

I installed KYB only rear once they are great struts. I cant seem to find KYB front quick struts anywhere. Anyway i highly recommend KYB

 

Thanks for the feedback - I will try them. Stock does seem to be limited.

 

Can anyone find the KYBs for the front anywhere? I've been looking for a few weeks and nothing.....

BSR4453
BSR4452

 

Likely out of stock, you will have to wait awhile.

 

I'm on 191K with the tow package and it's time to change them as the back drivers is noisy every bumps. But they are still fine for long 5h trips from there in CO to UT at around 70Mph or so over the hills.

 

oh wow those are the original struts? dag thats a long time.

 

Yes, but we mainly do highway miles and only towing is a 1Up 4x bike rack with two kids and two adults bikes. The back when we load the rack up does sag somewhat. I'm leaning towards the quick struts KYB because of ease of use and $600 vs $1800 for OWM minus labor.

 

Quick strut KYBs are working out great on my 2008 Sport. Highly recommend and easy to install.

 

Agreed.

 

Same here, couple years old and 30K kms. No issues so far.

“strut plus”= Kyb term used for the complete assembly
“quick strut”= Monroe term used for the complete assembly.

 

Had over 200k on my OEM. Frankly the struts themselves could have gone longer, but a bearing was starting to make noise. Anyway I went w/ KYB Strut Plus. Only have about 5k on them but happy so far. So no issues w/ install or performance. Longevity TBD.

I don't expect 'em to last as long as the OEM but in my case it's a 12yo vehicle w/ 200k+ miles, I don't need them to hold up as long as OEM.

It gets harder and harder to justify OEM parts given the age of these 2nd gens. I pick and choose where I think the aftermarket options are just garbage and/or the labor to replace a short-lived part isnt worth the gamble. e.g. I went w/ OEM front lower control arms.

 

Ok, I think folks have convinced me to save $1000 and go with KYB quick struts. In an ideal world I'd be rolling a used 2021 HH for $33k but why waste money when I can get another 50k out of this beast (also had to throw down 1k on new summer tires, need new snow too, another 1k so this stuff adds up but sill 100x better than a $600 x 60 car payment. Have not done jack shite really in past 4 years - plugs $500 and windshield, loose front axel nut .... crazy reliable - oh, OEM rotors and pads all around when we got her at 130k. Next issue will be timing belt at 230K

 

Assuming you have the 6 cyl 2GR, there is no timing belt. It's a chain.