RWD vs AWD Shocks & Springs

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12-16-12, 07:02 PM

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RWD vs AWD Shocks & Springs

RWD vs AWD

Are the shocks the same?

Are the springs the same?

I have an AWD and im looking to replace my worn out shocks.

Also does any have exp with replacement shocks? Like say KYB brand on these cars?

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12-17-12, 04:00 AM

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the rears are the same, the front are different

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12-17-12, 05:44 AM

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the rears are the same, the front are different

Whats different in the front? The struts and springs or both are different?

Sewell shows different part #'s for front and rear shocks.

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12-17-12, 07:22 AM

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the springs are probably the same but i know the shock is different. The AWD ones have a C bracket on the bottom that goes around the axle.

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12-17-12, 02:17 PM

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Most places sell Kyb for rwd. Since Kyb doesn't have it for awd version. This happened to me when I was buying my shocks two month ago. I can sell u mine since I wanted to go back to my coilovers. I only used them for 800 miles now. Bought from dealer since I couldn't find them anywhere else.