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KYB strut replacement questions

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#4 ·
KYB Struts are more of an OEM replacement, so they will tend to ride like stock, the Tokicos are a bit stiffer but still comfortable for daily driving, so it depends on your preferences.

It also depends on your budget.
I just want to drop my car. And these say that the shocks and springs are matched so I can switch everything one time.
 
#8 ·
If you're doing all four springs, do all four struts. It's no additional labor that way.

I got new boots and mounts when I did mine
 
#10 ·
I think my suspension is in pretty good shape. Is just the height I don't like and the back sags, but I think a 8th gen Corollas' stock suspension have that problem. I was also looking at camber correction kits. But what else might I need? I was going to take it to a shop for the installation.
 
#18 ·
I know nothing about those springs. Personally I'd go with Tein, H&R or Eibach for springs. Unless someone else can verify they have 30k+ miles on those Vogtlands.

But yes, KYBs, Teins, and either the Whiteline or Hotchkiss swaybar would be enough suspension for autocrossing/fun road driving.

And don't over look the brakes.
 
#25 ·
KYB Gr2 on stock springs

Hey guys has anyone tried using the gr2s with stock springs?? are there any problems with doing this i mean will i run into alignment issues or something? I put some monroe sensatracs on the rear about a year ago and I was wondering if I could keep those for a while. can I mix the setup or would it be better for me to just buy gr2s for all four corners?
 
#26 ·
You'll be fine with KYB's and stock springs. No alignment issues. It's exactly the same. However, after you install the new struts, you will have to get an alignment anyways. Keep in mind that KYB GR2's are supposed be factory replacement struts so the ride won't change. It will still maintain the stock ride(which is too soft if you ask me. :D). The only difference between stock and KYB's is that KYB's can handle the extra spring tension of lowering springs without blowing out. So if you plan on lowering the car later, get the KYB's all around. If you're not lowering, then just replacing the front two would be fine. Hope that helps. :)
 
#28 ·
2nd, and old springs can be re-used, provided they're not cracked or rusted. Did fine for me when I replaced mine in my 95 with 250k on original springs.
 
#30 ·
You're not reading the replies correctly:
GR-2's will not drop the car, they can handle dropped springs, but they're a stock (OEM) replacement strut. If you use stock springs, your ride height will not change.
 
#35 · (Edited)
Question about KYB GR-2 Struts....

Im getting some S-Tech Tein springs, and was looking into KYB GR-2 struts. Now my question is why are the years of the vehicles all different?

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/performanceparts/Toyota/Corolla/Suspension/Shocks

The fronts are 93-01?
The rear are 93-00? WTF? lol

I have an 02 does that mean I can't get these? These years seem all messed up to me. Arn't 98-2002 corolla's suspensions all the same?

Oh by the way are these guys good to buy from?
 
#37 ·
Also keep in mind the drop with S.Techs are pushing the KYB-GR2 past their design specs. They'll still work - but their optimally design for suspensions with less than a 1.7" drop. Those S.Techs, after settling, usually are in the 2"+ range and they tend to sag over time. Even a little "heavier" strut, like Tokico Blues have that greater than 1.7" drop warning.
 
#59 ·
Well the struts on my corolla are finally being replaced. A guy recommended putting KYB struts on my car for all four wheels. Any comments about these struts? They do have a lifetime ware and tare warranty and he is selling them to me for 175.00 a piece.
175 a piece is too much

I paid about 70 or 80 .
check out ebay .

I dont think you will need to replace them so you dont need to have warranty in my opinions.
 
#44 ·
I'm going for the tokico's when I do my wife's corolla - had KYB's on my old jetta and they didn't hold up too well. E-bay has sets of tokico's for around 450-500 including shipping to Canada. Just stay away from UPS for shipping - their brokerage fees = highway robbery.