OK to Use Strut Rated for 4WD on My 2WD?

[aa040371]

re: my 2007 Limited 6-Cyl 4Runner. I want to replace my front struts with KYB strut+coil/spring units, but for some inexplicable reason, RockAuto does not have the right side item I'd really prefer to use (KYB Strut-Plus, SR4119) that are suggested for RWD drive trains in stock, just the left side units available...lol. WTH!? Who's buying just the right side units? Other places that seem to have these units are ~(40-45)% more...no thank you.

So, I see that R/A has some items on offer that are tagged as for 4WD vehicles (KYB Gas-A-Just, Truck-Plus). Are these specifically for 4WD and specifically not for 2WD? Or is it just that the ride might be a little stiffer, but they will install and work just fine?

 

[Trumpet]

I'd imagine they'd be a bit stiffer due to sprung weight of the 4wd system .
Compare the listed curb weights of 2wd VS 4wd. Plus I'd imagine the front shock mounts to be different.
Haven't looked, I've a limited

 

[ArthurHyde]

re: my 2007 Limited 6-Cyl 4Runner. I want to replace my front struts with KYB strut+coil/spring units, but for some inexplicable reason, RockAuto does not have the right side item I'd really prefer to use (KYB Strut-Plus, SR4119) that are suggested for RWD drive trains in stock, just the left side units available...lol. WTH!? Who's buying just the right side units? Other places that seem to have these units are ~(40-45)% more...no thank you.

So, I see that R/A has some items on offer that are tagged as for 4WD vehicles (KYB Gas-A-Just, Truck-Plus ti calculator)
. Are these specifically for 4WD and specifically not for 2WD? Or is it just that the ride might be a little stiffer, but they will install and work just fine?

You should verify the strut must match your upper and lower mounts, length, travel, etc.