ClaytonCallihan

My struts are crappin out so I found some used but still good shape kyb GR2's off another s13. I was under the impression this would be an easy and direct replacement. Is this not true? The only damn difference from our s13's was that mines a hatch. Is that really enough to mess that up? I am so sad... the strut doesnt line up at the bottom to bolt back up... feelsbad...

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Fabrik8

Look up the part numbers or an application guide if you want to see if they're different..

Hijacker

All S13s are the same geometrically when you deal with suspension. If you're talking about the mount kn the rear knuckle, jack up the upright till the post lines up with the damper mount bushing. Most lowering springs will shorten the overall strut length necessitating you support the upright to reassemble.

Edit: if this is the front, same deal. Jack up the steering knuckle and get the bolt holes to line up. It's straight forward, so I'm not sure what the issue you're running into is

ClaytonCallihan

I'll post back Sunday since I work today and won't be finishing it till Sunday. Ill post pics if needed. Thanks for the input so far guys.

ClaytonCallihan

As you can see the strut is much lower. What do? Am I losing my mind?

I mean itd be diff if the strut was higher up... but i think I am losing my mind.

ClaytonCallihan

Anyone? This is the only thing I am stuck on...

Fabrik8

Have you taken the sway bar endlink off of the control arm so that the sway bar isn't limiting the control arm travel?

ClaytonCallihan

Im a bit new to suspension work, ill have to check that out when I get another chance and post back. Might need some more help. Appreciate the reply!