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Old Jun 26, 2003 | 04:54 PM
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I'm pretty certain that I'm going to get the Tokico struts with my Eibach Pro-kit springs. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to buy the Tokico's? Any suggestions on where to get the Eibachs? Of course I'm looking for a good deal. One more question, does anyone have any thoughts on KYB struts? I saw them for sale at tirerack.com who seems to have a pretty good price for the Eibachs.
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Old Jul 1, 2003 | 06:10 AM
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Originally posted by ESLexus300
I have the S-Tech springs on my '97(w/ KYB's) and the ride is fantastic...literally like stock! The car is very noticeabley lower and wheel gap is perfectly even at all four corners. I'm not a big fan of the Pro-Kit springs and I'm glad I didn't purchase them after seeing and driving my car with the Tein's.

I would HIGHLY recommend them!
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Old Jul 1, 2003 | 08:26 AM
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Is it also very easy to change the strutts on the 98 ES300?
Do you need any special tools to remove and install them?
Any info would be appreciated.
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Old Jul 1, 2003 | 01:35 PM
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Originally posted by JamesAMG
Is it also very easy to change the strutts on the 98 ES300?
Do you need any special tools to remove and install them?
Any info would be appreciated.
you need a spring compressor, and you also will have to disassemble some of the trunk compartment, try searching on this topic, I remember reading something on this not to long ago. I would just pay to have it done. Some local speed shops in my area charge $150 for the install, but then you have to get an alignment. Another problem that you may come across (happend to someone I know) is after you change the struts and springs the alignement can be so bad that you cant drive the car and have to get towed somewhere, which will be more cost. Just a pay a pro, I wouldnt mess around with my suspension if I didn't know what I was doing.
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