In need of Suggestions for struts.

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  1. GrawvyRobber
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    Hey all,

    So my 02 rex wagon is in direct need of front struts. The rears were just replaced when I bought it this past summer. I'm clueless on what brand and pricing. This is my DD and no plans of tracking...yet. Really interested in your experienced input!

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    Are you running stock springs?
     
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    KYB for a DD is just fine.
     
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    Looks like the originals, with 134k on them.

    This is good to hear! $
     
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    For stock springs get a stock friendly strut. Like Derp said, the KYB excel-g (formerly known as the gr2) should be fine. It couldn't hurt to get the same kind that are now in the rear since those are new.
     
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    The Excel g's are a bit firm, but otherwise perfectly fine. Koni's are a nice upgrade, but you'd want all 4 in that case.
     
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    +1 for KYB Excel-Gs for a daily