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mike410b 03-12-2019 02:37 PM
Koni Orange (STR.T) vs KYB GR2
 
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fitsmyfit 03-12-2019 06:01 PM
Originally Posted by mike410b (Post 1425142)
Has anyone tried both of these? I'm finally getting around to replacing the suspension on my GE & have heard mixed feedback on the STR.T but nothing on the GR2 at all.

Car will be lowered with Swift Springs as well.
I've been running Swift's with KYB Excel-G (same as the GR2) struts/shocks and I have no complaints. As you would expect with stiffer lowering springs, the ride is firmer than stock but absorbs bumps and other imperfections on road with grace and control. I have hit some pretty nasty potholes here in the Bay Area and have not bottomed out, which is surprising since I did not cut the bump stops.

My experience with Swift/Excel-G combo has been a big improvement in both ride height and quality. I was originally on Eibach Pro-Kits with 25k OEM struts/shocks and it was a terrible combo (bouncy and too low). Swift's are really the best option if you're looking to drop ride height without the harsh ride.

I think that either option would suit the Swifts beautifully, my advice would be to purchase the cheaper option. :)

mike410b 03-12-2019 07:43 PM
Yeah, I'm probably going to go Koni unless someone chimes in & says to avoid them at all costs.

whitefitsport 03-16-2019 05:12 AM
I saw somewhere that the Koni Orange are softer than OEM. Can anyone validate?


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