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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 02:43 AM
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Default Finally! Tokico shocks available for xb!!

Yes, I just found some on ebay! Tokico HP shocks for 2nd gen xb!! I'm saving my money for these shocks now..

http://www.hitachi-hap-la.com/Tokico...ks/app/23.html

Part number is HB3268/HB3267 for the front and HE3787 for the rear
Old Dec 21, 2008 | 04:24 AM
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Old news...they were out in the summer:
https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...r=asc&&start=0
Old Dec 22, 2008 | 01:15 AM
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i'm just waiting for some adjustable ones
Old Dec 22, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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Yeah its a repost, hopefully we get more choices. Aftermarket has been really slow on this gen
Old Dec 23, 2008 | 03:56 AM
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tooooooooooooo sllooooooooooooooooooow
Old Dec 28, 2008 | 10:22 AM
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any one try these yet. thinking of installing them with edilbach pro springs
Old Feb 6, 2009 | 11:42 AM
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Finally, installed rear Tokico shocks this weekend (w/ stock springs). First impressions, much smoother ride in the rear, I wish I had money to get the front struts. The intial difference, that I noticed, is that the compression is close to stock but the rebound is much quicker. But who knows, maybe the stock ones are getting worn out (39K miles). Either way I so far I like the way it feels. Also, I think the rear camber is a little bit better, but it was late at night. It was a small fraction of a degree, probably due to wear.

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Are you on stock springs? I'm still debating whether to get these or the TRD shocks to go with my TRD springs. My stock ones are waaay too bouncy after 16k miles.

So are these more of just an OEM replacement or do they feel like they made your xb2 handle better?
Old Feb 6, 2009 | 08:39 PM
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i'm still waiting for someone to jump into these shocks w/a drop.
i've heard some good things about the trd but i don't think it's worth it's high price. i think all trd parts is overpriced. just my .02 cents
Old Feb 7, 2009 | 04:47 AM
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IIRC, camber is not adjustable in the rear.
Old Feb 7, 2009 | 05:12 AM
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Originally Posted by MaxBoost925
IIRC, camber is not adjustable in the rear.
Correct, and it's not adjustable in the front either without camber bolts (not recommended) or camber plates.
Old Feb 7, 2009 | 05:17 AM
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
Originally Posted by MaxBoost925
IIRC, camber is not adjustable in the rear.
Correct, and it's not adjustable in the front either without camber bolts (not recommended) or camber plates.
I have camber plates on my air :D
Old Feb 7, 2009 | 06:03 AM
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Price wise, just for an example, AJusa you can get the front struts and rear shocks for $318.84 w/ free shipping (unless your in CA, then add in tax). So average price for TRD's are running $400+. To me its kind of a no brainer-about $100 saved. Not to mention who makes TRD's shocks? It ain't toyota and there are a handlful of shock manufacturers. I wish someone would make an adjustable set.

AAG : Hands down they ride much smoother, and I have yet to see negative effect on handling so far (but it is early). Another thing to remember, like I read in an article once, Car makers buy from the cheapest manufacturer. Bottom line is the cheaper u make it, the more profit they get!!! $$$$. Right?
Old Feb 7, 2009 | 08:26 AM
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congrats on your install. You will realize more of a difference with fronts. Shocks don't change the geometry of suspension. Many guys swear by stock springs and premium shocks. My OEM's are tired at 30K and i need to do something
Old Feb 10, 2009 | 04:17 PM
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Any tips on a good place to get these? Websites?
Old Feb 10, 2009 | 04:22 PM
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You can get them from PTuning...
Old Feb 11, 2009 | 04:51 AM
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I got mine from www.ajusa.com. They offer free shipping.
Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:18 AM
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fronts just arrived from ajusa $ 177.00 w/free ship. Can't wait to install with pro-kit springs.
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srb219 - are you going to install it yourself? I am thinking about doing my front struts too.
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 09:55 AM
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yes, brother and I will install front and rear springs/shocks. He has air compressor and impacts. I will rent spring compressor. We figure on an "all day" project with rough tape measure alignment



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