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Old 05-09-2011, 08:52 AM
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Since my 06 is a daily driver, and I don't track the car. Can I replace with struts that match OEM quality, without the high price? Any suggestions will be helpful.
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OTS Koni yellows cost ~$550 for all 4...
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That price is almost too good to be true - and they match original equipment?
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Should be better. Look in the suspension/brake section. There's lots of info on the koni's in there.
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Check FS sections for low-mileage used OE parts. Full sets of shocks & springs with under 10K miles are going for $300 or less.
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i think i sold my 05 oem struts and springs for $150 and they were in excellent condition.
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Each rear shock costs about $200. You can do it yourself.
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Koni Sports were designed to work with the OEM AP2 spring rates if I recall. They should work fine and have two perches for the springs - high and low. Even if you go with OEM, find a shop that will do it rather than the dealership - way too high a price for the work.
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Thanks for all the advice - it's nice to be able to count on you guys for answers, much better than answers I get from the dealership. Thanks again
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