suggestion on shocks/struts

[inix92]

Well the talon is riding pretty ruff I'm looking to get new struts/shocks. I'm looking for some that arnt aimed towards racing I like enjoying my ride I speed a bit not much though (probation) so I want some that's not so ruff and bumpy. A friend told me kyb's I went to see what auto zone had they had a pair with S I forgot what they were called but they were 80$ a piece. I looked on ebay and I found a lot of shocks and some come a complete set including lowering springs but I don't know how well the shocks/struts are I'm also getting new mounts when I replace the shocks/struts.

Thank you.

Edit: the ones at auto zone were sachs

 

[moparismylife]

The kyb AGX's are nice with a set of lowering springs help alot

 

[sinistercrumb]

i have the kyb gr2's. a little pricier but can't go wrong.

 

[red_devil]

For the best ride get Konis then choose your sping depending on what ride height you want and stiffness.

 

[Project AWD]

Honestly if you're just looking for a good quality replacement strut/ shock that doesn't cost too much, I'd go with the KYB GR2's. I had a set on my (now dead) 1999 Plymouth Neon daily driver and the ride quality felt fine. Handling response and feel were also up from stock, but I suppose that you should expect that when replacing worn out parts.

 

[TSIMonsteR]

For a 2G, you really have a couple options.

The cheapest option with a good ride is the Tockico Blues
STM - TOKICO HPK SPRING AND SHOCK KIT | HPK231 | HPK239 | 95-99 DSM

After that, the only worthy option IMO is a Koni setup.

 

[RamenPride]

KYB GR-2's or Tokico Blues if you're looking for a non-adjustable shock

 

[inix92]

I bought the tokico set lowered it an 1 1/2 but now im wondering should i also replaced the strut plates and mounts or just keep them even if their in decent/good condition.

 

[westcoast]

i have the kyb gr2's. a little pricier but can't go wrong.

I would only recommend using the GR2's as a direct stock replacement. These are not a wise choice to install on a lowered DSM. If you do the GR2's won't last more than a month or so. I have personal experience with this waste of $300 on a 95 GST.

The KYB AGX's are a great "middle of the road" choice IMHO. They are designed for lowered cars and won't break your bank account.

Koni's are also an excellent option but are a bit more costly. But you do get what you pay for here.

Good Luck!

 

[inix92]

i only paid $350 for the tokico and another $50 for shipping not bad for getting the entire setup because with the agx's you dont get springs so seemed like a good deal

 

[inix92]

I installed the springs and struts the front dropped the 1in 1/2 that their supposed to but the back didn't did i do something wrong????

 

[jaydubb1988]

I was in a bind with money and my car would bounce so bad when I would hit a bump so I bought monroe struts for the front. The reviews are really bad but I have had them for 4k miles about and they still feel new. I would say they are great for the price I don't race or any thing so for a dd 2 thumbs up. It was like 160ish for the stops and boots and struts. I'm probably going to get hell for this but it worked for me

 

[DSMnOOb00]

from what I have read, I might be buying the

TOKICO HP SPRINGS & SHOCKS 95-99 ECLIPSE TALON AWD

$400 bucks shipped

I'm looking for a similar setup for my DD... and the TOKICOs seems like a one stop shop for both shocks and springs while still adding a bit of a drop over stocks... am I wrong?

 

[pitt97gsx]

Tokico Blues are great for the price, but if you don't want a 2" drop I would stay away. It sags more than 1.7" after a few months. (Personal experience)

 

[DSMnOOb00]

Tokico Blues are great for the price, but if you don't want a 2" drop I would stay away. It sags more than 1.7" after a few months. (Personal experience)

so what would you recommend? I do want a slight drop but I dont want to scrap every speed bump

 

[Silent3]

Kyb all the way. Had em on every performance car I've owned.