Awd talon/eclipse struts on 2g spyder??

[mrkenji]

Ok this is a pretty Newbie question however i have done a lot of searches for this and i just have some questions that i still need answered.

here is some background first on the situation.
i am the owner of a 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS. i am looking into replacing my suspension due to a blown rear shock and i have found an opportunity to purchase a set of KYB AGX struts and Skunk 2 adjustable coilovers from a 1995 Eagle Talon Tsi. i have read that the Eagle Talon Tsi and the Eclipse GSX are mechanically the same, i have also read that regardless of what model (GSX, GS, GST) that front struts are the same. So i have no issues with the fronts.

my questions.
I have seen people state that AWD struts are recommended for Spyders due to the heavier weight in the rear because of the top. is this true?

I have also seen people state that the only difference between the rear struts of the AWD and the FWD are that there is a stiffer dampening weight because of the heavier back end and some of the mounting points are a little higher. is this true?

are there any issues or walkthroughs installing the AWD rear struts on the Spyder?


any and all help would be greatly appreciated.. thanks in advance

 

[black_gst]

everything you said is correct.. and they bolt on very easy

and good job on doing your research

 

[95blackGsTurbo]

AWD, FWD, Spyder, they all use the same part number rear strut once you get into the aftermarket.

 

[mrkenji]

actually i looked into the KYB website and they have seperate part numbers for the rear struts for the FWD and for the AWD

the AWD part number is
741020

and the FWD part number is
741019


are there any threads posted with walkthroughs, write ups, or tutorials of installing suspension on spyders?

 

[black_gst]

install is really easy. take off the tire and its self explantory

 

[95blackGsTurbo]

Tokico 5 way GSX to Spyder Swap

 

[Boma]

actually i looked into the KYB website and they have seperate part numbers for the rear struts for the FWD and for the AWD

the AWD part number is
741020

and the FWD part number is
741019


are there any threads posted with walkthroughs, write ups, or tutorials of installing suspension on spyders?

I have a 98 GST spyder with a set of KYB AWD struts/shocks sitting on H&R AWD lowering springs. These are the springs that don't lower the car too much that you'll have to slow down for everything. Like you, I was once a newbie and although you don't see that much aftermarket suspension that supports spyders its well known among DSM tuners that AWD would pretty much bolt up with little to no modifications.

While you're at it, go get yourself some rear lower tie-bar from megan or similar reputable aftermarket companies and also some sway bars, it does wonders. These are the 1st things that I did before making power. Good luck.