KYB struts on tirerack

[bsdbytes]

Tirerack.com has KYB GR-2 and KYB AGX shocks listed on their website. I did a search for a 2003 Honda Civic Si Hatchback and found them. The decription states that they are in a strut housing (not inserts). Could it be true that there are true OE replacements available?

[siver-SI]

Good find man. They are still a special order, but it looks like they came out with them. Just wondering what is the warrenty on KYB's?

adding link

http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/s...rut&group=GR-2

[Lucid Moments]

I just went and looked and noticed one thing. When you go into the order page, look at the availability, it says they are on backorder.

Does this mean they are coming out soon? I don't know but would love to find out.

[esmith13]

Well according to tire rack's people both available KYB models are ABOUT to be released (approx. 4 weeks). The KYB GR-2 model is non adjustable and recommended for stock ride height or pro kit 1.0" drop only. the KYB AGX Adjustable model are externially adjustable and made for lowered applications with drops more than 1.0" and are externally adjustable without removal.

Oh and they have confirmed these are specifically for the EP3 civic. Tire Rack has an order in with KYB for a few hundred sets already and was told approx 4 weeks till they recieve them.

Cost for the GR-2 Non-Adjustables: Front $88/ea, Rear $57/ea
Cost for the AGX Adjustables: Front $128/ea, Rear $92/ea

Pic of the AGX Adjustable Strut:


I'm gonna check KYB's site next and call them :D

Eric

[siver-SI]

Sweet AGX for me. Just have to save up the $.

[esmith13]

I emailed Tech Support at KYB. We'll see what they have to say about it....

I'm all excited now... :D


Eric

[slc71]

Finally an adjustable damper alternative to coilovers.
With a set of Eibach Sportlines that would only be $645.00.
Good news!

[slc71]

Finally an adjustable alternative to coilovers.
With a set of Eibach Sportlines that would only be $645.00.
Good news!

[trk]

Originally posted by slc71
Finally an adjustable alternative to coilovers.
With a set of Eibach Sportlines that would only be $645.00.
Good news!

The KYB GR-2 model is non adjustable and recommended for stock ride height or pro kit 1.0" drop only.

Thats a bummer.

[chubbychu]

Originally posted by trk
The KYB GR-2 model is non adjustable and recommended for stock ride height or pro kit 1.0" drop only.

Thats a bummer.

"RECOMMENDED" comon now...the recommended drop for stock shocks is 0.0" and do we folllow that? NOPE...i dont think that it could hurt too much especially since it is a stronger shock altogether.

[trk]

Originally posted by plainol2k2si
"RECOMMENDED" comon now...the recommended drop for stock shocks is 0.0" and do we folllow that? NOPE...i dont think that it could hurt too much especially since it is a stronger shock altogether.

I just find it odd that the first set of "aftermarket" cheap struts on the market and they are made for little to no drop ... I mean this car sucks without a drop. Who would buy an ep3 not lower it BUT would spend money on better shocks? Seems like they missed the market with that shock. But the other adjustable shock is quite promising.

I already have the mugen suspension but for others this is great info.

[chubbychu]

yea...

hey maybe they just wanted us to buy the more expensive shock. =o)

[siver-SI]

Ok just wondering does anyone know the warrenty on these? I will still for the adjustables though because they might be good for auto x.

[esmith13]

you guys don't read too well do ya...

I listed two sets of shocks above. The AGX Adjustables are for cars with OVER a 1.0" drop... You know - like 1.5" and 2.0" drops...

Geez... Their not even that much more money AND their adjustable!!

Eric

[graham]

I ran adjustable AGXs on my GSR ... they were fantastic. About time!