Sort of a stupid question but do aftermarket(Koni, Tokico, KYB, etc) shocks have the same spring perch locations compared to OEM struts. I mean if I buy a set of those shocks I listed above, can I expect the same suspension height that I currently have with my factory struts?

Thanks guys!

 

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Yes, the perches are in the stock location so you should have the stock ride heights. The Koni Sports for some cars will additionally have optional adjustable lowering sprign perches in case you want to lower your car slightly (usually about 15-20mm) while still using the stock springs.

There is a small chance that you may see a small amount of ride ehgith difference if the gas pressure inside the shocks you are putting on is different from the ones that you are takeing off whether by design or if the removed ones have had the nitrogen gas chare leak out. Normally this is less than 1/4 inch or so variation. If you put on a mono-tube high pressure gas shocks (Bilstein for example) where a twin tube low pressure gas (most brands including OE) was then don't be surprised if the car does sit a bit higher.

Generally though, aftermarket manufacturers will use the OE sprign perch locations to return the car to the target ride height.

 

Thank you CRX Lee for your reply.