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Originally posted by GLChick'95:
Ignoring the drama that ensued....
Thank you Loco. I was specifically wondering if the Macphersons would work with the B&G so I appreciate your input. I'm looking to get maybe 2 more years out of my Tour with that combo.
You should. I've ran my suspension for over 3 years, over 100k on basically what is SVT Macpherson struts.
Hector
2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII
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2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
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I know you have the ST200s and trust me right now I'm kicking myself in the ass for selling my set. So if Macphersons work then amen because they are in my budget.
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Originally posted by GLChick'95:
I know you have the ST200s and trust me right now I'm kicking myself in the ass for selling my set. So if Macphersons work then amen because they are in my budget.
You should be able to get a good life out of the struts. If you are only planning on 2 years that shouldn't be a problem. 
Hector
2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII
257HP/259TQ
2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
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Buy the BAT kit if you want a very nice improvement in handling with no real loss in ride quality.
Buy standard replacement struts (Gabriel, Monroe, GR2, etc) if you want the same mediocre handling you have always had.
It's as simple as that.
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Thanks Demon, I am well aware that the BAT kit is the best option for really good suspension. But I need a replacement that will fit and hold up for just a few years--mediocre or not. If I had the money, I would most certainly buy the BAT kit.
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Simple answer = Gabriel struts are a piece of sh!t
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Knuckles rebuilt w/new bearings $55
AUSSIE ENDLINKS $70
Gutted pre-cats $80/set
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Is KYB any better? Honestly ya'll..if I could afford the better err stuff (I didn't realize CEG censors words now lol) I would get it.
Last edited by GLChick'95; 06/03/05 10:28 PM.
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The KYB's are almost as good as stock. BUT they do not take well (either the Gabrierls or KYB'S) to being mated with lowering springs. They will blow out fast and thus you just pissed $$$ away buying and installing those cheap struts.
2000 SVT Turbo 295hp/269ftlb@12psi
#1 for Bendix Brakes Kits!
Knuckles rebuilt w/new bearings $55
AUSSIE ENDLINKS $70
Gutted pre-cats $80/set
A lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine!
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Can you even buy stock struts now? 
Hector
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2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
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BAT kit > group buy springs + off-the-shelf struts.
So is the new Koni kit.
Don't buy stock. You will regret it. $600 for a brand new suspension that will last, and handle great, or close to that much for crap you will replace soon- this is a no-brainer.
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