I want to put some adjustable performance shocks/struts on my 99 TL and I thought it would be a good idea to throw out the three brands I'm considering to the forum for some feedback.

I already have the complete Eibach suspension kit and am currently running standard KYB dampers, but want a stiffer, more performance ride and since I have already ran the stock Acura dampers, the Eibach dampers, and the base KYB's, I'd like to get a set of adjustable dampers so I don't ever have to buy another set. Truth be told, as I continue to upgrade/modify my TL I keep "outgrowing" the lesser performance dampers. I want a performance ride and I am thinking that a set of quality adjustable dampers will allow me to tune the suspension to my liking as my preferences change.

Here are the three brands I'm considering:

KYB AGX Adjustable

Tokico Illumina Adjustable

Koni Yellow Sport Adjustable

I welcome your input folks. I'd like to get it right and appreciate the input!

 

Just get the Koni Yellows and be done with it. Everyone here recommends them, but I've personally drove on them in my friend's Legacy and they are very comfortable as well as sporty.

 

Koni yellows unless you want to buy my kyb agx

 

I've heard nothing but positive things about the AGX's, but on other cars, I haven't heard anyone say anything about them on the TL's (generally because I don't see many with them).

On the subject of damping, I hope you have an Ingall's Stiffy ETD to contain all that torque, your motor mounts will thank you.

 

Ingall's Stiffy is on board baby!

 

I've seen a lot of good comments about the Koni Yellow dampers. I'm surprised that no one has any comments on the Tokico Illuminas. Anyone know why the Koni's seem to be the preferred brand?

Stephen, I'm curious why you are interested in getting rid of your KYB AGX's???

FYI: I've found pricing on the KYB's at $459, the Tokico's at $539, and the Koni's at $525.

 

I'm getting the koni yellows because the springs I got the rear sits a little higher than I want. The koni yellows have 2 perches on lowers the car 20mm lower which would level out the car. I like the way the kyb handle and they are the easiest out of the three to adjust the stiffness. With the kyb you just have to reach Behind the rear wheel and adjust them. I was going to just get the rear koni shocks but I want to match te front with the rear

 

KONI Yellows are the best shocks hands down, especially for the price. They have compression and rebound adjustment, different perches, and they last longer than any other shock that we've seen. Currently they are on sale too.

http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-105378.aspx

http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-105379.aspx

 

Right on XLR8! Thanks for the valuable info. That's exactly what I was looking for.

Koni Yellows are my next purchase and Josh at XLR8 is the man I'll be buying them from.

Gracias!

 

You're welcome.

 

I've run the Koni's for years and LOVE them !

 

Koni Hands down the best shock out there. Got mine from Excelerate. I have over 200k on mine and they are still in perfect condition. No leaks, perfect, controlled ride. (shocks off car springs off they rebound exactly the same and compress tight/firm as they should)