Tokico HP Struts/Shocks... Any good??

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I saw this package on ebay, and have been looking to lower my car for the past few months. Coupled with a set of C/C plates, would this package be any good?? Or any other suggestions around this price range?? Thanks for the input... :SNSign:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/TOKI...categoryZ33590QQihZ019QQitemZ8071589374QQrdZ1

 

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I got the same kit installed in my car. Really good kit for the money nice ride.

 

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i will second that, i am very happy with the ride and handling it added over stock.

doesn't hurt i got them all for 135$ on clearance either...


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So I take it you both added C/C plates as well? or can it be done without?

 

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$135?!?!?!? where did you get that??

 

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www.performancecenter.com, they were having some kind of "clearance commando" sale........

i have not even seen them on e-bay used that cheap...


jason

 

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From what I hear the Tokico struts and shocks are pretty good
for the money.They are alot better than stock I will tell you that.
www.ebay.com

 

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They're what I have and I really like them (with a mild drop - I cant speak about really lowered cars and how they dampen).

EDIT: I just have the dampers - I have Eibach springs.

 

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i have them with the sportlines and really really like it, it isn't harsh.... rides just as good as my wifes mazda 6s


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I'm running those with Eibach Springs the car was lowered 1.3 Fr & 1.4 Rear. The ride is firm, not overly rough with the 18's & low profile tires. It was really smooth with the old tri-bars & stock tires.

 

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I have that kit on my 89'
Great for the money

 

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Sounds perfect... But I am also wondering if I NEED C/C plates.. I am assuming yes?

 

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I didnt and the car aligned fine

 

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I'm also thinking about replacing my tie rod ends, cuz while driving down the road, the front end pulls to one side or the other. And when I get the front end off the ground, I can grab the sides of the tires, and ever-so-slightly wobble the left/right, but not up down. Would that indicate bad tie rod ends? I want to make sure I do the whole front end right when I lower it, to get the best ride/handling.. ?? :SNSign:

 

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Bilstein are one of the best struts and shocks
you can get you mite want to consider them.

 

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Thanks, but I was kinda curious about my steering issue, tie rod ends, etc.. anyone have any ideas? input?

 

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I'd try and narrow it down further - play as you described is more likely to be inner tie rods than outers in my experience.
Good luck.