Shocks and Struts

GodStang · 12-29-2002, 12:05 AM

I have a 1994 mustang and just got some lowering springs. Are KYB shocks and struts any good. The guy told me that I will need to buy new shocks and struts for when I lower my car. I do not have much money so I was wondering if the gas shcoks by KYB where any good.

drudis · 12-30-2002, 02:22 PM

I had the Monroe Formulas GP's on there, and really liked them, too bad they dont make them any more.

Wanted new struts, so I tried the struts on my 1989 Mustang. They were stiff, had a LOT of preload (raised the car), and didnt absorb the road noise. Sorry, IMOHO, they suck.

Got a set of used Koni reds, and they were shot, so it wasnt a fair test.

Finally went with the Koni Yellos SA's. Thats what I needed for the ultra-stiff roadrace suspension on my car.

blue00gt · 12-31-2002, 03:26 PM

Unfortunately with shocks and struts you get what you pay for these days. For the price if you just want something high quality and sportier than stock I would suggest a set of non-adjustable Tokico's. My friend had them on his '89 GT with some H&R springs and they were pretty good IMO. If you want the best performance go with Bilsteins or with Koni or Tokico adjustables.

GodStang · 01-01-2003, 05:34 PM

I just got the H&R springs. I figured the KYB springs would be crappy. Thanks for yalls help.

2FastLX · 01-02-2003, 10:03 AM

I met a guy at one of our Mustang meets that was a technician at Kenny Brown. He installed a set of Ford C springs on his Stang and was using KYB struts and shocks. These were brand new when the springs went on. He said the struts lasted about 6 months before they were toast, and the shocks lasted a bit longer but eventually gave out as well. That convinced me to buy Koni Yellows and I was very happy with them. They are very stiff, but man did they handle the twisties! I have a friend who uses Koni Reds and his car has a bit smoother ride, but you give up some in handling. Either one will be a vast improvement over stock though, and they are guaranteed forever.

GodStang · 01-05-2003, 12:13 AM

I apprecaite all your help one last question. Are Tokico or are Bilestiens any good?

blue00gt · 01-06-2003, 02:58 AM

Both Tokicos and Bilsteins are very good. Konis are also excellent.

12-29-2002, 12:05 AM	#1
GodStang College Stanger Join Date: May 1999 Location: Aiken,south carolina, usa Posts: 1,097	Shocks and Struts I have a 1994 mustang and just got some lowering springs. Are KYB shocks and struts any good. The guy told me that I will need to buy new shocks and struts for when I lower my car. I do not have much money so I was wondering if the gas shcoks by KYB where any good. __________________ 2003 Sonic Blue Cobra

12-30-2002, 02:22 PM	#2
drudis Moderator Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Livonia, MI, USA Posts: 1,194	I had the Monroe Formulas GP's on there, and really liked them, too bad they dont make them any more. Wanted new struts, so I tried the struts on my 1989 Mustang. They were stiff, had a LOT of preload (raised the car), and didnt absorb the road noise. Sorry, IMOHO, they suck. Got a set of used Koni reds, and they were shot, so it wasnt a fair test. Finally went with the Koni Yellos SA's. Thats what I needed for the ultra-stiff roadrace suspension on my car. __________________ Darius Rudis, Moderator Corner Carvers Delight 1989 Mustang LX - Open Track Car http://www.dariusrudis.com

12-31-2002, 03:26 PM	#3
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	Unfortunately with shocks and struts you get what you pay for these days. For the price if you just want something high quality and sportier than stock I would suggest a set of non-adjustable Tokico's. My friend had them on his '89 GT with some H&R springs and they were pretty good IMO. If you want the best performance go with Bilsteins or with Koni or Tokico adjustables. __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

01-01-2003, 05:34 PM	#4
GodStang College Stanger Join Date: May 1999 Location: Aiken,south carolina, usa Posts: 1,097	I just got the H&R springs. I figured the KYB springs would be crappy. Thanks for yalls help. __________________ 2003 Sonic Blue Cobra

01-02-2003, 10:03 AM	#5
2FastLX The Photoshop Guru Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mecca, Indiana Posts: 1,419	I met a guy at one of our Mustang meets that was a technician at Kenny Brown. He installed a set of Ford C springs on his Stang and was using KYB struts and shocks. These were brand new when the springs went on. He said the struts lasted about 6 months before they were toast, and the shocks lasted a bit longer but eventually gave out as well. That convinced me to buy Koni Yellows and I was very happy with them. They are very stiff, but man did they handle the twisties! I have a friend who uses Koni Reds and his car has a bit smoother ride, but you give up some in handling. Either one will be a vast improvement over stock though, and they are guaranteed forever. __________________ Project: 1988 Coupe - EFI 5.8L Twin Turbo with Victor intake, Canfield heads, F303 cam, March aluminum underdrive pulleys, TKO (or T56 if funds permit), PBR twin piston calipers and 13" rotors up front, 94 Cobra rear calipers and 12" rotors on the rear, 3.73's, Griggs K-member, tubular front control arms, torque arm and panhard bar, polished 99 Cobra wheels. "The GR-40 kit installation is now complete, and the humble Fox-chassis car will now out-corner and out-stop a ZR-1 or a Viper, and support massive horsepower additions with perfect balance." Griggs Racing ICQ# 42269241

01-05-2003, 12:13 AM	#6
GodStang College Stanger Join Date: May 1999 Location: Aiken,south carolina, usa Posts: 1,097	I apprecaite all your help one last question. Are Tokico or are Bilestiens any good? __________________ 2003 Sonic Blue Cobra

01-06-2003, 02:58 AM	#7
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	Both Tokicos and Bilsteins are very good. Konis are also excellent. __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

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