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Old 09-02-2014, 11:00 PM
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I had a little issue with a certain tech in training screwing up my new KYB Struts when I changed over to GXP front springs so I ended up replacing both struts and strut bearings. The only problem is I couldn't go back to KYB'* and ended up with Napa Sensatracs. Anybody have problems with those struts or even use that brand from the GXP group? I noticed a lot of play in them and even after re-torquing the whole upper suspension feels like it'* really loose/soft compared to KYB'*. I'm basically to the point where I'm gonna limit driving until I can afford to just redo everything again (lower ball joints, Lower control arm bushings, GXP sway bar, Strut'*, Strut Pads, Strut Bearings, etc..) I'm getting tired of trying to find this car'* suspension demons.
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see if they list the same pn for se and all. alot of times they make one strut for all the squishy cars and list it to fit the ones that are suppose to have tighter valving
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