Rear shocks-- Do I have a TMK or a TMMC?

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02-15-17, 10:15 PM

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splee99

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Originally Posted by bailey12

Does anyone know the lower bolt size on rear shock 2012 RX 350? I can't get the old one out, so I have to cut it and would like to have new bolt ready.

I just got the bolt from the dealer. It's better to be safe with this kind of components.

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02-26-17, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Barry2522

Mine is awd . 6 months ago I put on OEM shocks on the rear . It rode pretty stiff to me .I didn't like the ride .
I then decided to try KYB shocks . I think they were about 73.00 apiece on line . The ride quality definitely improved . It is softer than OEM .
I don't feel every little road imperfection like before . It just takes the harshness out of the ride . It stills handles fine .It buy no means is to soft . I plan on putting KYB on the front soon also . Mine has 100000 miles on it now . I also set tire pressure at the pressure on the door jamb .I think its 31 Psi which also helps the ride quality .

Barry2522 - Thank you for the KYB shock recommendation. Replaced stiff-riding OEM rears with KYBs from Rock Auto. Had trouble getting the bolts out, so I had a local shop install them ($200, ouch!) It was worth it. The KYBs give a smoother ride. Even my wife noticed. Yes, they were about $73 each.
Ray A.