Im going to replace the front struts on my 1997 Monte Carlo (140k miles, struts never changed).
I'm looking at the KYB GR2, Monroe Sensa-Trac, or AC Delco stockers from Rock Auto.
My research indicates the KYB are firmer, the Monroes are a bit softer. Tough choice...as I certainly don't race or anything. I'm considering the Monroe's because I can get them at the local parts place.
An interesting tidbit: I believe that the 1997 Monte was known to be under-sprung and over damped (I THINK this was the consensus, but I could have it reversed...). My experience bears this theory out: it tended to roll/lean more than you would expect in turns, but (in the past) was somewhat harsh over bumps.
Any opinions on either strut (especially on a car which is similar to the Monte)?
Should I replace the mounts as well?
Thanks,
Bob
I'm looking at the KYB GR2, Monroe Sensa-Trac, or AC Delco stockers from Rock Auto.
My research indicates the KYB are firmer, the Monroes are a bit softer. Tough choice...as I certainly don't race or anything. I'm considering the Monroe's because I can get them at the local parts place.
An interesting tidbit: I believe that the 1997 Monte was known to be under-sprung and over damped (I THINK this was the consensus, but I could have it reversed...). My experience bears this theory out: it tended to roll/lean more than you would expect in turns, but (in the past) was somewhat harsh over bumps.
Any opinions on either strut (especially on a car which is similar to the Monte)?
Should I replace the mounts as well?
Thanks,
Bob