KYB GR-2s and stock springs - worthwhile?

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KYB GR-2s and stock springs - worthwhile?

Post by Chef »

What is your take on using KYB gr-2 struts with stock springs? I don't want a harsh ride. But I wouldn't mind a little less body roll. I don't want stiffened/shortened springs, I'd like to keep my clearance. PLus I'm nearly broke ;)
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Post by vrg3 »

They're designed to work with stock springs. Go for it.
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That was one of the first things I did to my TW, back so many years ago. There wasn't much of an aftermarket for Subaru, much less the Legacy, at that time. It's a pretty nice improvement, even with stock springs.
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Post by Chef »

I think I'm going to get some. Only front for now, rears are new but unfortunately Munroes. I'll change them too but for a couple of months.

Recommendations for a place to order from? I'm near Toronto Ontario in Canada, and shipping is a bit more for me here.
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Tire Rack has good prices and their shipping is also good.
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Post by Legacy777 »

Yeah....the GR2's with stock springs work very well.
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Post by Dr.Outback »

I would hesitate on mixing strut brands between front and rear.

Since the dampening rate will be different between the front and rear it will cause the car to handle unevenly, negating any benefit of putting the GR-2's on.

Just save up for all 4.
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Post by Legacy777 »

Dr.Outback wrote:I would hesitate on mixing strut brands between front and rear.

Since the dampening rate will be different between the front and rear it will cause the car to handle unevenly, negating any benefit of putting the GR-2's on.

Just save up for all 4.
Whole heartedly agree!

I had monroes on the front, kyb's on the rear. The car was quite tail happy. When I put KYB's on the front, the car handled much better!
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