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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TRDTaco13, May 12, 2017.

  1. May 12, 2017 at 9:58 AM
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    TRDTaco13

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    are KYB shocks any good??
     
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  2. May 12, 2017 at 10:04 AM
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    ChadsPride

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    Never heard of them. Have a link?​
     
  3. May 12, 2017 at 10:05 AM
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    T4RFTMFW

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    They're pretty standard. Good, not bad, not great.
     
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  4. May 12, 2017 at 10:09 AM
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    TRDTaco13

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    I don't have a link. I went to a shop where I got my lift done and they have those. I just want for a smoother ride cause every bumb I hit i can feel it. Is it any good for when going on mountains? Compared to the stock ones.
     
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  5. Jul 31, 2017 at 9:41 AM
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    Scrat

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    Bebop

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    6inch lift sitting on bilstein coilovers. Lexus is300 studs in front to keep stock wheels, general grabber red letters, nfab front bumper.
    Economy shock. Come standard on many import vehicles
     
  7. Jul 31, 2017 at 10:36 AM
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    MattCowsmasher

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    Go billies or go home kyb are nothing special but budget friendly.
     
  8. Jul 31, 2017 at 11:36 AM
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    KYB shocks are in the upper range of economy shocks. As others said, they are good... no more no less. I would not hesitate to put them on my truck but I don't push mine either. Consider your usage and how long you want them to last. If you really beat on your truck, consider a premium brand (unless you simply enjoy replacing parts).
     
  9. Jul 31, 2017 at 11:42 AM
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    Subaru uses them as OEM. They're not a bad shock. Certainly better than something like a Monroe or Rancho, but not as good as a Bilstein.
     
  10. Jul 31, 2017 at 4:28 PM
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    jbrnigan

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    There are many self proclaimed product experts here. KYB does indeed manufacture OE quality shocks and struts (largest in the world), but, also manufactures premium ride control products that many (on other forums) believe rival Bilsteins. Your ride control solution should match your intended usage, and KYB may well fit your requirements.
     

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