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Old Apr 24, 2009 | 12:03 AM
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I'm trying to figure a few things out. I can't afford rims/tires yet... but could do the suspension. And want to end up with axis widetrack 90mm all around,215/35/zr18. I was wanting the eiback sportlines for springs, and as far as struts and shocks I have no clue. Maybe the trd ones? or?
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Has anyone paired up sportlines with TDR's? or even konis?
I like the idea of the konis but man.. $$. here's those..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3AIT&viewitem=

Lastly, think I'll rub with stock tires with this setup?
Old Apr 27, 2009 | 12:42 AM
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might want to try the Kayaba GR-2 front struts...I just had a shop install that plus my h&r springs (sport springs) yesterday, and along with my current rear Koni Sport shocks, they are wonderful...

I bought the KYB struts for $76 each at Tirerack.com
Old Apr 27, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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Monroe Struts/Shocks are good, cheaper than KYB
Old May 1, 2009 | 01:37 AM
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Thanks for the suggestions, I'm still leaning toward the TRD set for front and rear with eibach sportlines. I can get the TRD's for about $275.. I can't find it cheaper anywhere sO I'm assuming that's a deal..?

can anyone else comment on this set up?

I hope it's not too low for those rear shocks..
Old May 1, 2009 | 03:13 AM
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Originally Posted by EAmon
Monroe Struts/Shocks are good, cheaper than KYB
agree, best bang for the buck and from what I hear, helps with comfort.

If you want handling, then these arent for you.
Old May 2, 2009 | 05:55 PM
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Ok well sportline's are on the way...now for the struts and shocks....
Old May 3, 2009 | 12:41 AM
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I have the Koni's and worth it btw
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^^man.... I really would like to have those. But I wonder how much I would adjust them to make it worth while. Or is the ride just that much better too?
I usually say go big or go home, so where's the best cheapest place to get koni's? any site suggestion, I've searched a ton and it's all pretty nuts.
TRD's=$275
Koni's+$500+
Old May 5, 2009 | 02:30 AM
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anyone? any other suggestions?

I wonder how different the trd's would be to the koni's... aside from the adjusting part...just the ride..
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Ok well... TRD's on the way.
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