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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 06:16 AM
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Default I need new struts

My struts are giving way...should i put KYB,bilstein,or tokico......i want adjustable
better than stock.....any recomendation.

got bout $400-$450 to spend on them.

what are u guys running on the R
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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 06:22 AM
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Default Re: I need new struts (TypeR690)

Our cars don't have struts. They're shock absorbers. How do you know they're going away? How many miles do you have on them? I put over 120k miles on mine and they still worked. They weren't in great shape, but there was no degradation in performance.

For that kind of money I would replace them with stock shocks. The valving in them is matched for the springs, which is especially a big deal in the rear. They are awesome shocks. Other people like to use other shocks. It's almost more of a preference thing.
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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 08:39 AM
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Default Re: I need new struts (TypeR690)

Are they leaking? Did go 4x4'ing with them recently? What?
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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 08:42 AM
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Default Re: I need new struts (TypeR690)

I use ITR shox on my GSR for the fronts

and Koni Yellows in the rear for adjustability. The forks are different for the ITR I hear so I dunno if you should get Koni's for your (the Lower Control Arms are different).

-aoib0t, who loves his coilovers
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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 08:45 AM
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Default Re: I need new struts (TypeR690)

Of those listed I prefer the Bilsteins. They are not externally adjustable. They are "self adjusting."

If you want externally adjustable dampers my first choice would be Konis. However, I think Bilsteins are the best for a primarily street-driven car.

Unless you really know what you're doing any kind of adjustable suspension merely gives you the opportunity to screw up your handling.
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