What I mean by the post is will aftermarket struts have less quality in the ride than the OEM struts. I ask because I need new struts but the Lexus ones are more expensive than, say, Tokico or KYB and I don't have a lot of money. Also, which do you prefer out of Tokico and KYB, or any others? Thank you

 

If you car is lowerd i would go with KYB's and if not get some nice Monroe Sesatracs. Tokicos are the least good ride i would say, although still awesome struts! Struts do affect you ride and performance.

 

Actually you would be fine with monroe sensatracs if you want to lower your ES I have B&G 1.6 drop springs with monroe sensatracs and 40 series tires and the ride and handling is great, I used to have eibach 1 inch drop with tokico struts and the ride was much worse, the struts were noisy, handling was a comparable, but the setup I have now (same as L_Sport has) is the best combination of handling and comfort, as far as KYB's are concerned I have no experience with them but from what I have researched they handle great and provide decent ride quality, so if you plan on drivng your ES like a sport car (which I don't recommend beacauce its not a sports car no matter how much you mods you have) opt for the sportier option the KYB's , keep in mind that monroe sensatracs do improve handling over stock struts, and retain the best ride quality possible, with lowering springs nad low profile tires added to the mix, let me know if you need more info.

 

Here is my preference for struts (Rating from 1-5; 5=best):

Monroe Sensa-Trac; 1 = Rides better than OEM.
KYB; 2 = A little better than OEM
Tokico; 5 = Best value- way better than OEM.
TRD Bilstein; 4 = pricey- very stiff.
Koni adjustable; 5 = The BEST but not sure of a Camry/ES300 application.

 

Thanks for your replies. I think I'll go with the Monroes. But while I am changing the struts, do you guys think I should change the springs too? I would like it a little lower but am more concerned about the ride quality. Any suggestions? How are the TRD springs for Camry? Thanks again

 

Sorry, one more thing. How are the B+G compared to the others in ride quality? and all the springs compared to OEM? Thanks

 

Bro, I think your answers are in this post that lobo posted. You might want to read it again. Me and Lobo can tell you the same thing; B&G's 1.6 drop are the nicest ride quality used with monroeo's. (We think so anyway after using different set-ups)

 

So how much do the B+Gs run and where can I buy them? Also, just because there is a set on ebay, how are they compared to the ride quality of the TRDs for Camry? Thanks

 

What do you guys think about the B+G coilovers? Is it worth the money?

 

The B&G's are not ride or height adjustable.

 

B+G does have a coilover kit for the ES 300. I've never heard of B+G Suspension but are they good? Are they worth the money?