Will CD5 struts work on my CB7?

[Chico Suave]

Hey guys I just had a curiosity question for you. I found this great deal on some aftermarket CD5 struts and springs (the whole assembly) from a guy in my area have very few miles on them and I was just wondering if they would bolt right up into my '91?

Thanks in advance guys for any info.

[visualpoet]

If it's the 4 cylinder cd, yes, the v6, no.

[Chico Suave]

Cool man thanks I really appreciate it. Would you also by any chance know how good KYB struts are? I get a whole bunch of mixed reviews when I search in google but none with a CB and I am just wondering how do they perform?

[plee3]

CD5 suspension will work. KYB's are good as far as what I heard. I would go some reseach on this site first before i buy.

[CB7 Sleeper]

KYBs are awesome as a stock replacement, but they don't last very long with lowering springs or anything of that matter.

Hey, how about dropping the CB on some nice springs like TEIN or H&R while you are in there changing the struts?

[Chico Suave]

KYBs are awesome as a stock replacement, but they don't last very long with lowering springs or anything of that matter.

Hey, how about dropping the CB on some nice springs like TEIN or H&R while you are in there changing the struts?

Oh wow really do you know why they don't do good with lowering springs? As of right now I have Neuspeed lowering springs. I just thought this was a good deal and I had read some reviews that people liked them on their lowered cars. I have looked and there has been many mixed reviews on the sites that I have looked at. That's why I came to ask you guys what you thought.

So what are some good struts that can handle being on a lowered car?

And thanks for the replies guys I really appreciate it.

[spanky348]

i have kyb agx's on mine and the left front strut just blew, they have about 3000 miles on them too if that helps you any, but im lowered about 4 inches

[ExplodingCake]

i have kyb agx's on mine and the left front strut just blew, they have about 3000 miles on them too if that helps you any, but im lowered about 4 inches

They aren't meant to lowered more than 2 inches.

[spanky348]

They aren't meant to lowered more than 2 inches.

well then i guess thats why

[deevergote]

They aren't meant to lowered more than 2 inches.

1.5, actually. The warranty is void after 1.5" for the KYB AGX.

KYB GR2s are basically stock replacement, only able to handle a slight drop and springs that are 15% stiffer than stock.


If you want to go lower than 1.5", look into Koni Yellows. They're not cheap, but they're made for performance (and lowered vehicles), and come with a lifetime warranty. The performance compared to KYB AGX is night and day, also (from personal experience).

[Chico Suave]

1.5, actually. The warranty is void after 1.5" for the KYB AGX.

KYB GR2s are basically stock replacement, only able to handle a slight drop and springs that are 15% stiffer than stock.


If you want to go lower than 1.5", look into Koni Yellows. They're not cheap, but they're made for performance (and lowered vehicles), and come with a lifetime warranty. The performance compared to KYB AGX is night and day, also (from personal experience).

Thank you deev I really appreciate the information I will have to look into those because the springs I got ended up being about a 5" drop lol at least i think... Long story

[BadIS]

tokico shocks are def a good choice if your looking to do a drop kit. they have the kits pre-package but you can always do there adjustables with what ever springs you want.

[Chico Suave]

Thank you BadIS I have heard of those too. Will they handle a 5" drop? Also if anyone knows do Koni Yellows or Tokico Blues have any different types like how KYB has the AGX, GR2, etc.

Sorry guys don't really know too much about suspension.