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KYB SM5484 Strut Mount Kit Review

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Very good

Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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4.0
💪 Performance Parts: Shocks, Struts & Suspension, 🏎️ Performance Car Parts & Accessories

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Description of KYB SM5484 Strut Mount Kit

The highest quality replacement strut mount available. Optimizes suspension performance by offering Original Equipment quality replacement components designed for each application. Superior rubber reduces noise, vibration and harshness. Mount bearings provide smoother steering and help retain front end alignment. Matched grade studs and nuts.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Improved Ride Quality with This Strut Mount

Using this product, our team found that the ride quality improved significantly with reduced noise and vibration. The durability is commendable as it has been working efficiently for more than a year. The only downside was a bit of a challenge in installation.

Pros
  • Durable and long-lasting
Cons
  • Slightly more expensive than other brands

Revainrating 1 out of 5

High quality plastic for shock absorbers, struts and suspension

I installed this on my Vue and in less than a month the bearings failed. The bearing cage is a plastic ring and during installation I had doubts about their performance. It didn't take long for them to let me know they weren't ready to leave.

Pros
  • Automotive
Cons
  • Upgradeable

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good design improvement over OEM strut mounts for Vue

I had a different experience than the first reviewer. The "plastic" bearing is actually Delrin and is often used in this application, there is nothing wrong with choosing a KYB material. I've done 2 sets of OEM A-pillars on my 2005 Vue Redline with only about 30,000 miles each, which is below average. Vue is notorious for its weak strut mounts, which are prone to premature failure. This is my third time installing the KYB kit and I've put 60,000 miles on it so far with no front end rumble. I…

Pros
  • Shocks, Struts & Suspension
Cons
  • Faulty