Greetings folks,
I need a recommendation for strut bump stops for front KYB shocks. I read that the ones in the KYB kit are not very good and end up falling apart. I also read somewhere on here that it was possible to get some good quality urethane ones, but have been unable to find any for the KYB.
I must note here that after finding out that the Tokico aluminas are no longer available at the Z store and have been temporarily discontinued for the turbo car, I have decided to settle with KYB and currently my car has KYBs in the rear already (from PO) and my right front OEM shock is completely shot and bottomed out. This must be repaired. I do not care to pay the outraegous price for a new set from Nissan and I never use the adjustable suspension option anyway.
According to KYB, their struts should only be used with stock springs. My car has some crap off-market lowering springs that I want to replace with Eibachs, as the former currently make the car sit way too low for comfort. I read a few posts over on zcar.com that KYBs can be used just fine with lowering springs as long as proper strut bump stops or bellows are used to keep them from bottoming out. supposedly people tend not to use these or install their suspension incorrectly and they end up having issues later on. I just want to make sure I can get a quality bump stop that will last. Also planning on getting the rear upper and lower spring inserts from the Z store. I haven't found any for the fronts, however.
Can I use any aftermarket urethane part that will work on KYBs, or am I stuck with only the ones in the kit?
I've also read that an adapter kit and or strut mounts must be used for the front adjustable struts when using the KYBs. Anyone have any experience with this?
Note, the car is a daily driven street car. not raced or drifting or track, even though it was lowered previously. My target goal is to correct the blown strut and replace the unknown crappy springs in an effort to make the ride sit just a bit higher so that it is not hitting everything down low everytime I drive. Also to give some more comfort to the ride. It actually feels really good, smooth and tight, however I feel every little bump. Its not fun. And road dips are a major problem when driving high speeds.
Appreciate your suggestions. Thank You.
Bon
I need a recommendation for strut bump stops for front KYB shocks. I read that the ones in the KYB kit are not very good and end up falling apart. I also read somewhere on here that it was possible to get some good quality urethane ones, but have been unable to find any for the KYB.
I must note here that after finding out that the Tokico aluminas are no longer available at the Z store and have been temporarily discontinued for the turbo car, I have decided to settle with KYB and currently my car has KYBs in the rear already (from PO) and my right front OEM shock is completely shot and bottomed out. This must be repaired. I do not care to pay the outraegous price for a new set from Nissan and I never use the adjustable suspension option anyway.
According to KYB, their struts should only be used with stock springs. My car has some crap off-market lowering springs that I want to replace with Eibachs, as the former currently make the car sit way too low for comfort. I read a few posts over on zcar.com that KYBs can be used just fine with lowering springs as long as proper strut bump stops or bellows are used to keep them from bottoming out. supposedly people tend not to use these or install their suspension incorrectly and they end up having issues later on. I just want to make sure I can get a quality bump stop that will last. Also planning on getting the rear upper and lower spring inserts from the Z store. I haven't found any for the fronts, however.
Can I use any aftermarket urethane part that will work on KYBs, or am I stuck with only the ones in the kit?
I've also read that an adapter kit and or strut mounts must be used for the front adjustable struts when using the KYBs. Anyone have any experience with this?
Note, the car is a daily driven street car. not raced or drifting or track, even though it was lowered previously. My target goal is to correct the blown strut and replace the unknown crappy springs in an effort to make the ride sit just a bit higher so that it is not hitting everything down low everytime I drive. Also to give some more comfort to the ride. It actually feels really good, smooth and tight, however I feel every little bump. Its not fun. And road dips are a major problem when driving high speeds.
Appreciate your suggestions. Thank You.
Bon
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