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KYB SM5653 Strut Mount Review

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Description of KYB SM5653 Strut Mount

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

Impressive Strut Mount for Enhanced Automotive Performance

The KYB SM5653 Strut Mount is a fantastic upgrade to the suspension system of my vehicle. The strut mount is compatible with the original strut assembly and provided a more comfortable ride. The mount fits perfectly, is very sturdy and provides a noticeable increase in vehicle control and handling. The only drawback is that the installation can be a bit challenging, but with patience and a bit of know-how, it can be tackled by the average automotive enthusiast.

Pros
  • Improved vehicle control and handling
Cons
  • Challenging installation process.

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Meh, maybe it's just me

I used a 61 ft lb torque wrench when installing this mount and the screw on the left in this photo came loose. I had two brackets because I mount both A-pillars on my 2008 Acadia, so I used the other with no problem. I'm an amateur mechanic so can't say I didn't screw anything up, but it seems to have broken pretty easily. YMMV. **Edit March 2019** - Just 8 months later, the A-pillar brackets now make noise with every impact or even turning the steering wheel back and forth. It was quiet for 8…

Pros
  • Quality replacement rack mount available
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Revainrating 2 out of 5

Meh maybe it's just me

I used a 61 ft lb torque wrench when I installed this bracket and the screw on the left in this photo came loose. I had two brackets because I mount both A-pillars on my 2008 Acadia, so I used the other with no problem. I'm an amateur mechanic so can't say I didn't screw anything up, but it seems to have broken pretty easily. YMMV. **Edit March 2019** - Just 8 months later, the A-pillar brackets now make noise with every impact or even turning the steering wheel back and forth. It was quiet for

Pros
  • Replacement parts
Cons
  • No instructions