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da324 12-27-2022 04:06 PM
3rd gen shocks
 
Are KYB shocks a good replacement for my 3rd Gen 4runner? Would the Excel-G be the best for close to factory specs? My 4rd gen is a city dweller, just looking to improve the ride as the shocks have never been replaced by the previous owner.

Thanks!

shadow247 12-27-2022 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by da324 (Post 3776544)
Are KYB shocks a good replacement for my 3rd Gen 4runner? Would the Excel-G be the best for close to factory specs? My 4rd gen is a city dweller, just looking to improve the ride as the shocks have never been replaced by the previous owner.

Thanks!
I ran the KYB Monomax for a while. They are fine. I replaced some Monroe and OE SPectrum *Oreilly house brand* that were absolutely garbage.

brillo_76 12-27-2022 05:16 PM
I have to agree anything manroe won't last and I wouldn't use. I went to billstein after the Monroe were toast. Stay away from the Monroe quick struts too. :/

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stuckinthemud 12-27-2022 06:19 PM
I've been running the KYB's for a couple years now and have been very happy with them.
Mike

da324 12-27-2022 06:50 PM
Thanks everyone...

Pyral 12-27-2022 07:48 PM
I've heard that the KYB gas-a-just are the closest to OEM, and they seem fairly decent. I bought some but haven't put them on yet. I'm waiting for my original ones to leak.

The OEM I believe were made by Tokico. Tokico is like RCA, you still find stuff sold with their name on it, but they were bought long ago.

JoeT4R 12-27-2022 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by da324 (Post 3776544)
Are KYB shocks a good replacement for my 3rd Gen 4runner? Would the Excel-G be the best for close to factory specs? My 4rd gen is a city dweller, just looking to improve the ride as the shocks have never been replaced by the previous owner.



Thanks!
I can't speak on KYB specifically, but I have heard okay things about them, like what @Pyral said. I think Scotty Kilmer gives them the stamp of approval, too, if that means anything to you.

Just want to add, why not just purchase some OEM Tocikos online? That is if you want that original ride experience. That's what I would do. I recently purchased some from Toyota Parts Deal and have yet to install them. But I got them at a very good price vs. buying them from the actual Toyota dealership. Bilstein is also a very reputable brand (I currently have 5100's front & rear) and would recommend those, too. You've got lots of options.

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da324 12-27-2022 08:37 PM
Well, I didn't know who made them originally. Also, as someone stated that company was bought and not sure about their products. How much did you get a set for?

Thanks!

Pyral 12-28-2022 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by da324 (Post 3776589)
Well, I didn't know who made them originally. Also, as someone stated that company was bought and not sure about their products. How much did you get a set for?

Thanks!
For the (front shocks) 2 KYB gas-a-just I paid $82.74 including tax and shipping. I could of gone OEM but I believe they were more expensive. This was from rock auto (sept, 2021).

I haven't installed them, but everyone says they are quality

JoeT4R 12-28-2022 12:35 AM
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Originally Posted by da324 (Post 3776589)
Well, I didn't know who made them originally. Also, as someone stated that company was bought and not sure about their products. How much did you get a set for?



Thanks!
What model year is your rig? On Toyota Parts Deal the OEM Tocikos go for $48.52/ea for my 2001. This is for the rears only.

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da324 12-28-2022 02:04 AM
2001 SR5 2WD. That sounds like a great price. Would you send me a link please? All I'm finding on that site is full shock assemblies.

Thanks!

JoeT4R 12-28-2022 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by da324 (Post 3776625)
2001 SR5 2WD. That sounds like a great price. Would you send me a link please? All I'm finding on that site is full shock assemblies.



Thanks!
2001 Toyota 4Runner Parts - ToyotaPartsDeal.com

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rglsr 12-28-2022 10:18 AM
I've had a full set of KYB gas shocks on my 2000 4Runner for a few years, like them. They seem just a bit stiffer than OEM, which improves the on road handling which is a plus. Rockauto has them for approx $200 for a full set, and they are running a $25 off discount right now.

I've also run them on 1st Gen Tacomas, they hold up pretty well, good bang for the buck shocks/struts. I did try a set of the Excel Gs once, way too soft/weak.

da324 12-28-2022 12:28 PM
Thanks everyone.

da324 12-28-2022 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by JoeT4R (Post 3776637)
2001 Toyota 4Runner Parts - ToyotaPartsDeal.com

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I found that area of the site, but when I check for shocks and struts I only see full assemblies with coils, I don't see any Tocikos.


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