Need help with spring/shock combo

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Apr 18, 2018 | 01:17 AM

iTowils

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Need help with spring/shock combo

I recently got a set of B&G S2 springs for the 93-98 MK4 Supra for a good deal, but I haven't been able to decide on what shocks I should go with that are the best bang for the buck. I was able to get my hands on a pair of front Tokico blues for the SC, but I'm still not sure if they're compatible with the B&G after reading a bunch of posts. Suggestions and advice on where and what to purchase are definitely welcome. Thanks!

Apr 18, 2018 | 07:04 AM

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If you springs are for the Supra, you also need shocks/struts from the Supra. Supra springs don't sit right on SC shocks/struts. Hope that helps!

Apr 18, 2018 | 11:11 PM

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Rear shocks need to be for a Supra due to B&G rear springs are designed for Supra. They have a smaller lower diameter and won’t seat properly on a SC rear shocks larger lower spring perch.

Apr 19, 2018 | 11:53 AM

iTowils

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@RudysSC @shajbot
Between the 93-98 Supras is there a difference? On RockAuto, it doesn't offer the GR-2 for anything beyond '93. And would you go with either of these sets or should I just go for a coilovers like the Tein street advance from Driftmotion?

Apr 19, 2018 | 02:35 PM

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I would recommend a performance strut for the Supra B&G springs. The GR-2s are mainly designed as an OEM replacement part. Those Supra B&Gs will be fairly low when installed on an SC.

Apr 19, 2018 | 03:04 PM

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I recommend the Blistiens shocks set for the Supra. I have them on my SC with Eibach springs for the Supra, rides great.
They also have grooves which allow for 2 different height settings.

Apr 21, 2018 | 06:50 PM