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Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 03:14
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Can anyone give me feedback on what (rear) shocks i should use for my KE55?
Heard conflicting reports on KYB and Monroe from different suppliers (naturally)
KYB are supposed to be better than monroe, and they're cheaper too.
Pedders are that bit more expensive, but are they far and away better?
Likely choice is between KYB and Monroe.
Advice please...
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I supported Toymods
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Perth
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May 2002
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Re: Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 03:15
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Aren't the Pedder's shocks just Monroe ones painted red anyway?
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Location:
Kita-Ku, Sapporo, Japan
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January 2003
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Re: Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 03:24
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i know they aren't on your list, but i've always liked the non-gas Tokicos for the KE's. dunno what they are retail, but i got a few sets really cheap from a parts warehouse (Engine Parts Australia, which is now Nason)
i have had K-mac and they suck.
you can get konis cheaply in the US, but postage might suck... they had KE20 (iirc are same as 30 and 55) for US$25 each, so say AUD$80-90 for the pair+postage, and they are adjustable...
have a look around on the net for parrts places with chiosk clearances...
then again, if any shock will do, go whichewver ones have least negative feedback....
Cya, Stewart
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Location:
Sydney
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April 2003
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Re: Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 03:46
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The KYB's are awesome.
They perform like Koni's but at a fraction of the cost. I just put 4 KYB shocks on my Seca SX with Lovell Superlow springs and the car handles beautifully. KYB are a little more expensive than Monroe - all depends on your budget and what you want.
Don't go Monroe unless u want to be changing shocks constantly. I'd recommend KYB anyday. If you are interested I can get you a good price on them. PM me or email me at seca_sx@hotmail.com
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Location:
Adelaide
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May 2002
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Re: Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 03:57
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I run KYB on my AE82, and the other two dont even rate.
KYB give good bang for the buck.
Craig.
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Location:
Carlingford, Sydney
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May 2002
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Re: Shocks preferences: KYB vs Monroe (and maybe vs Pedders)
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Wed, 02 July 2003 06:57
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i have monroe in the back... but ill be getting kyb next time
if you get commodore vn-vp wagon rear shocks if you want to stiffin it up abit
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