09-02-2012, 03:05 PM
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gabriel ultra(G-force) struts
Okay I have a fairly simple question to ask. I know this question has been asked before, and all I just want to know is if any body has actually used this product or products in their actual vehicles, not just what they heard others say. I’m in need of new struts and I’m considering on buying Gabriel ultra struts (g-force struts) or sensa-tracs from Monroe, I know most of u are bias on kyb for some odd reason, but can some one actually explain to me why the hell is kyb so much better than those other two brands? I would also be buying h&R drop springs soon, but I need struts first. I also know its kind of best to use kyb agx struts on lowering springs, but I don’t want to spend $4oo on struts when I also have to buy shocks for my 89 mustang, that will run me close to 1200 for a complete quality set up from blistein. Thanks
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09-02-2012, 05:28 PM
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gabriel>monroe>kyb
kyb is a stiffer strut for better handling. most people don't like the softer ride from monroe or gabriel.
if you buy monroe, they have a buy 4 for the price of 3 rebate going on until the end of october.
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09-02-2012, 05:52 PM
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Gfore and monroe are factory replacement spec. The kyb's are for aftermarket performance, they generally tolerate lowering better than oem spec struts
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09-02-2012, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by xXManwhoreXx
The kyb's are for aftermarket performance, they generally tolerate lowering better than oem spec struts
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Okay, but I have seen all of this companies videos and they all claim the same thing, same or better than OEM, even kyb.
Has anybody actually tried the gabriels ultra?
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09-02-2012, 07:07 PM
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Has anybody actually tried the gabriels ultra?
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dont recall anyone on here with em, you would probably be the first to try em.
i know im getting kyb's when i get new suspension.
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09-02-2012, 05:57 PM
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wait i did that wrong it was supposed to be kyb>monroe>gabriel lol
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09-02-2012, 09:03 PM
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I don’t know, I think I will give them a try. They have been around for 100 years or so, they also won an award for the ultras like in 2004 or some. They do military vehicle shocks and struts, so I think they kind of deserve a chance.
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09-02-2012, 09:39 PM
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give em a shot, let us know.
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Oldsnut is my Hero!
Meet Destiny, shes a 2001 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, F40 6MT swap. (#2 of 3)
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09-03-2012, 12:29 AM
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Yep.... Do it!
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09-03-2012, 01:05 PM
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i think i will, they got them on sale on rockauto.com
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09-03-2012, 02:07 PM
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don't forget to use the 5% discount code!
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09-03-2012, 02:53 PM
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what discount code?
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09-03-2012, 03:33 PM
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09-03-2012, 09:30 PM
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KYB GR-2 = factory replacement
KYB AGX = better than factory
Can't wait to drive my Ho with these AGX's and sway bars in! 
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09-03-2012, 10:31 PM
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KYB AGX's are popular, I think I'm going to make the right decision when tax time come for new struts... any input?
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09-04-2012, 01:25 PM
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KYB AGX's are popular, I think I'm going to make the right decision when tax time come for new struts... any input?
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shockwarehouse.com is where i got my AGX's. They didn't have the fronts in stock so they ordered some (took like 3 days) then they shipped...got them within a week
Like manwhore said....when lowering you go with AGX. Stock replacements WILL wear out faster. If you have stock springs and just want to replace struts....go with regular ones.
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09-04-2012, 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by billytheman1188
shockwarehouse.com is where i got my AGX's. They didn't have the fronts in stock so they ordered some (took like 3 days) then they shipped...got them within a week
Like manwhore said....when lowering you go with AGX. Stock replacements WILL wear out faster. If you have stock springs and just want to replace struts....go with regular ones. |
I was going to go through summitracing.com for mine how much are they at shockwarehouse? Summit had theirs for 130 front, 120 rear, each i might add. |
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09-04-2012, 04:20 PM
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Quote:
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I was going to go through summitracing.com for mine how much are they at shockwarehouse? Summit had theirs for 130 front, 120 rear, each i might add.
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112 front, 107 rear
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09-03-2012, 10:51 PM
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Do it if you can find em
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09-04-2012, 01:40 PM
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Some KYB's and Monroes are made in USA. Gabriels are made in Mexico or China, and aren't cheaper than ones made in USA.
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