KYB AGX/Eibach Crew: Day to Day settings?

NorKoastal · 11-09-2007, 01:40 PM

Just got the AGX's installed. So far so good, Dampening is noticeable better than GR'2's, but definetly not close to stock springs/strut comfort. I'm not going to beat on the car too hard for a while to let these suckers get broken in...

Question.. What setting do you leave the car at for day to day city driving? Im on 1front two back.

In case anyone has questions about not knowing what setting your on the number on the dial will always match the setting no matter if you spin the shaft a hundred times in any direction. As long as you push and turn the setting should be solid.

Gracias..

Mendoza · 11-09-2007, 05:53 PM

I usual run 2 front and back. I enjoy the stiff/comfort setting for zipping around town. When the ladys in the car or more then one person i run 1 front and back. For autocrossing i run 4 or sometimes 3 just depends on the corners.

lastyear4gt · 11-10-2007, 05:35 AM

How is this combo working out? I really want to run it.

mfuller · 11-10-2007, 07:11 AM

3 front and back. But I'm on H&R's (again).

Mendoza · 11-10-2007, 09:01 AM

It's working out great! I have no complaints.

sjones419 · 11-10-2007, 05:31 PM

i sittin on H&R's and i was using 2 front and back. i put it at 4 when i wanted to have some fun, bu tim gonna knock i tdwn to 1 fornt and back cus i hit a pothole and blew the back right strut and cracked 3 strut mounts i was only doin 35 one night leavin the club adn hit a craiter in contsruction that swallowed my car scraped my frame and did its damage... but no bent wheels

Rich · 11-10-2007, 11:21 PM

ouch. those mounts arent cheap. the bad roads dont stop at the line in toledo...

Mendoza · 11-11-2007, 09:52 AM

How did aaron figure out the rear strut was bad steve? Norkoastal how are you liking the struts?

sjones419 · 11-11-2007, 05:46 PM

i could hear metal hitting metal but had no idea where it was comming from so i had aaron test drive it with the back seat down and he said it was comming for the passenger rear strut. so im just goin with what he said...

NorKoastal · 11-12-2007, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mendoza

How did aaron figure out the rear strut was bad steve? Norkoastal how are you liking the struts?

So far so good.. I was at first dissapointed that the "soft" setting still lets the car bounce a bit.. Not as bad as my worn GR2's but still noticeable.. Small bumps are much less noticeable than before and that was my main issue with the GR2's.. No more clunking which is a huge plus +++...

My front right strut is a bit squeaky so Im keeping my ear out for a mount issue or just readjusting the new rubber insulators.. My steering is smooth so I'm not sure if its worth the effort to remove, reinstall, and realign the mounts.... Oh well..

Metallman56 · 11-19-2007, 07:50 AM

i currently have mine on 1. however i dont know what do put them on in winter. will 2 or 3 give me more traction on snow and ice?

SpyhunteR · 11-23-2007, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metallman56

i currently have mine on 1. however i dont know what do put them on in winter. will 2 or 3 give me more traction on snow and ice?

snow tires and chains will definitely give you better traction on snow and ice.

bigstribs · 11-23-2007, 08:58 AM

good ol toledo roads gotta love em

pacho · 11-23-2007, 04:58 PM

how long did you guys have to break them in before trying them on 4

Mendoza · 11-23-2007, 05:40 PM

I did it the first day

AaronGTR · 11-24-2007, 06:37 AM

Yeah, struts don't really "break in" like an engine or brakes. Put 'em on and go.

sjones419 · 11-24-2007, 06:35 PM

def pushed them to their limit on 4 the first day

ramairfreak98ss · 12-02-2007, 06:02 PM

what is the difference between a 94-98 and a 99+ front strut? Wonder if th 99+agx's can be modified to run on my 98

AaronGTR · 12-02-2007, 10:11 PM

Probably not. They are different chassis's so there are probably differences in the strut. Different length, mounting bracket, or a dozen other possibilities.

Rich · 01-11-2008, 07:02 PM

just curious: have any of you experienced some of the clunks people get after getting new springs/struts?

11-09-2007, 01:40 PM	#1
NorKoastal WhiteOutGT AKA: Brad Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: NorCal Age: 40 Posts: 911 Vehicle: 2000 GA GT Coupe	KYB AGX/Eibach Crew: Day to Day settings? Just got the AGX's installed. So far so good, Dampening is noticeable better than GR'2's, but definetly not close to stock springs/strut comfort. I'm not going to beat on the car too hard for a while to let these suckers get broken in... Question.. What setting do you leave the car at for day to day city driving? Im on 1front two back. In case anyone has questions about not knowing what setting your on the number on the dial will always match the setting no matter if you spin the shaft a hundred times in any direction. As long as you push and turn the setting should be solid. Gracias.. Last edited by NorKoastal; 11-09-2007 at 04:41 PM.

11-09-2007, 05:53 PM	#2
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	I usual run 2 front and back. I enjoy the stiff/comfort setting for zipping around town. When the ladys in the car or more then one person i run 1 front and back. For autocrossing i run 4 or sometimes 3 just depends on the corners. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

11-10-2007, 05:35 AM	#3
lastyear4gt GAGT - Member AKA: Kevin Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Whitby, Ontario Age: 40 Posts: 966 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am GT	How is this combo working out? I really want to run it. __________________ "Bottles are for babies, real men get blown!" 1/4 Mile 14.48 @ 95.33 MPH SC/T concept replica under construction! Canada's only TRUE SC/T! http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2316217/1

11-10-2007, 07:11 AM	#4
mfuller Mr. Common Sense AKA: Matt Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Loves Park, IL USA Age: 47 Posts: 2,031 Vehicle: 2000 Alero GLS sedan	3 front and back. But I'm on H&R's (again). __________________ Matt - Resident brake and suspension guru Also, your friendly Performance and Technical Moderator *Please don't tailgate, text and drive, drink and drive, or otherwise act like an asshat.* Questioning if it will ever run again.....

11-10-2007, 09:01 AM	#5
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	It's working out great! I have no complaints. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

11-10-2007, 05:31 PM	#6
sjones419 ----S7---- AKA: Steve Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toledo, Oh Age: 36 Posts: 385 Vehicle: 2003 Grand AM GT Sedan	i sittin on H&R's and i was using 2 front and back. i put it at 4 when i wanted to have some fun, bu tim gonna knock i tdwn to 1 fornt and back cus i hit a pothole and blew the back right strut and cracked 3 strut mounts i was only doin 35 one night leavin the club adn hit a craiter in contsruction that swallowed my car scraped my frame and did its damage... but no bent wheels __________________ MSD 8.5mm Wires, NGK Plugs. CAI, RSM 62MM TB, KYB AGX, H&R Springs, SpeedBuilt STB's, Enkei 0r52 18x8.5 Silver, 235/40/18 Nexen N7000's, SpeedBuilt Sway Bars, 245/40/18 Falken RT615 Azenis in the mail.... Last edited by sjones419; 11-10-2007 at 05:33 PM.

11-10-2007, 11:21 PM	#7
Rich Moderator AKA: Rich Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toledo, OH Age: 36 Posts: 4,513 Vehicle: 2001 2.4 Grand Am	ouch. those mounts arent cheap. the bad roads dont stop at the line in toledo...

11-11-2007, 09:52 AM	#8
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	How did aaron figure out the rear strut was bad steve? Norkoastal how are you liking the struts? __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

11-11-2007, 05:46 PM	#9
sjones419 ----S7---- AKA: Steve Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toledo, Oh Age: 36 Posts: 385 Vehicle: 2003 Grand AM GT Sedan	i could hear metal hitting metal but had no idea where it was comming from so i had aaron test drive it with the back seat down and he said it was comming for the passenger rear strut. so im just goin with what he said... __________________ MSD 8.5mm Wires, NGK Plugs. CAI, RSM 62MM TB, KYB AGX, H&R Springs, SpeedBuilt STB's, Enkei 0r52 18x8.5 Silver, 235/40/18 Nexen N7000's, SpeedBuilt Sway Bars, 245/40/18 Falken RT615 Azenis in the mail.... Last edited by sjones419; 11-11-2007 at 05:49 PM.

11-19-2007, 07:50 AM	#11
Metallman56 Bears Fan AKA: Metall Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Indiana Age: 36 Posts: 3,856 Vehicle: 2001 grand am gt coupe	i currently have mine on 1. however i dont know what do put them on in winter. will 2 or 3 give me more traction on snow and ice? __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/209706...am?action=demo So you proved your point about the camaro - condense your sig. - Your friendly Administration

11-23-2007, 08:58 AM	#13
bigstribs Bimmer Baby AKA: mike Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toledo Age: 39 Posts: 819 Vehicle: 1992 BMW 325is	good ol toledo roads gotta love em

11-23-2007, 04:58 PM	#14
pacho GAGT - Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina Age: 35 Posts: 43 Vehicle: 2002 Alero	how long did you guys have to break them in before trying them on 4

11-23-2007, 05:40 PM	#15
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	I did it the first day __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

11-24-2007, 06:37 AM	#16
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	Yeah, struts don't really "break in" like an engine or brakes. Put 'em on and go. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

11-24-2007, 06:35 PM	#17
sjones419 ----S7---- AKA: Steve Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toledo, Oh Age: 36 Posts: 385 Vehicle: 2003 Grand AM GT Sedan	def pushed them to their limit on 4 the first day __________________ MSD 8.5mm Wires, NGK Plugs. CAI, RSM 62MM TB, KYB AGX, H&R Springs, SpeedBuilt STB's, Enkei 0r52 18x8.5 Silver, 235/40/18 Nexen N7000's, SpeedBuilt Sway Bars, 245/40/18 Falken RT615 Azenis in the mail....

12-02-2007, 06:02 PM	#18
ramairfreak98ss GAGT - Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: bordentown, nj Age: 40 Posts: 99 Vehicle: 98 grand am gt	what is the difference between a 94-98 and a 99+ front strut? Wonder if th 99+agx's can be modified to run on my 98 __________________ 1999 Grand Prix GTP coupe (black) 11.98@113mph 1.74 60' 12psi max boost 1998 Grand Am GT coupe (green) stock 16.008@85.86mph ~Norwalk~ 2001 Grand Prix GTP coupe (silver) 13.02@104mph 2004 Mustang Mach 1 5sp (DSG) 2006 Ford F-350 6.0L Diesel Lariat ext. cab, long bed FX4

12-02-2007, 10:11 PM	#19
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	Probably not. They are different chassis's so there are probably differences in the strut. Different length, mounting bracket, or a dozen other possibilities. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

01-11-2008, 07:02 PM	#20
Rich Moderator AKA: Rich Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toledo, OH Age: 36 Posts: 4,513 Vehicle: 2001 2.4 Grand Am	just curious: have any of you experienced some of the clunks people get after getting new springs/struts? __________________ "The news isn't so depressing when you're surrounded by bubbles." fquick

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