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Left and right front shocks different #

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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 02:56 PM
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Default Left and right front shocks different #

For OEM and replacement parts, using Honda Accord as example.


Why do some parts manufacture have a specific parts number for left and right struts? And some don't, for the same car?


Do we then conclude that those with different parts number probably sent a bit more engineering time to add the difference between right and left?
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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 05:54 PM
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Default Re: Left and right front shocks different #

the difference is most likely in the bracket to mount the brake lines.
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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 08:06 PM
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True. That's right....
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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 09:45 PM
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Default Re: Left and right front shocks different #

Its definitely true. No difference otherwise
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