Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Suspension Cost of Shox and Struts for the Contour?

Hello,

I have a 98 Contour SE with about 85,000 miles on it and think the shocks and struts are getting worn out. Has anyone recenly replaced these just wondering a general idea of what this will cost me? Will most likly have to take it some where as this is out of my leagure in regards to repairs. Any insight on this would be much appreciated. Thanks.

Chad

It all depends if you want to leave the suspension stock or lower it to improve the handling.

The best stock replacements shocks/struts are probably KYB GR-2. They are a minor upgrade over the stock struts.

If you want to lower the car and have it handle better, buy the BAT strut/spring package. The kit lowers the car and firms up the ride. Obviously, the next thing is to add bigger rims/tires to improve the handling even more.

Would probably be intersted in keeping it stock but how much difference is it in price to get the BAT package and where can you find this as well. Thanks.

I got the Koni Kit, adjustable struts and lowering springs for $635 shipped from ajusa.com and had it installed friday for $200, so for $835 total and it handles GREAT

I was under the firm impression that Contours didnt have shocks...

We have struts and if you just want 4 struts buy BAT Euro Struts for 99.00 apeice. I hear they keep it nice and firm and are better in case you want to put some light spring-rate lowering springs on there later on .

Or you could drive your struts into the ground like I am...130,000 miles and they still have some life left in them...