Alfissimoint.
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- 08' CX-9 AWD
I just installed the NEW OEM struts and shocks today. I have to say it was a pretty simple job. Took me about 2 hrs. The hardest part was the rear. Mazda should have made access doors to the rear shocks. Removing everything from the rear including side panels was not hard but time consuming.
The new set up is fantastic of course. I am glad I went with the OEM over KYB GR-2. Anything firmer would be annoying. The ride is fantastic and the install was a piece of cake. None of the old parts needed to be replaced. So that was nice. The strut mounts and bearings were in perfect shape so I reused them. Not my normal procedure as I always replace everything if I can.
But she is back on the road and the handling is so much improved, I have a new love for this thing again.
BTW mine has 95K on it now. Any advice for anyone doing this, let me know? I have some shortcuts and tips if needed.
The new set up is fantastic of course. I am glad I went with the OEM over KYB GR-2. Anything firmer would be annoying. The ride is fantastic and the install was a piece of cake. None of the old parts needed to be replaced. So that was nice. The strut mounts and bearings were in perfect shape so I reused them. Not my normal procedure as I always replace everything if I can.
But she is back on the road and the handling is so much improved, I have a new love for this thing again.
BTW mine has 95K on it now. Any advice for anyone doing this, let me know? I have some shortcuts and tips if needed.