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Review on KYB SM5561 Strut Mount by Aaron Ali

Revainrating 5 out of 5

So far so good, best in kits

So far so good. Fits like stock. It comes with nuts (I think it has a different thread than the drain). I bought these for Monroe racks because I read that they are better than what Monroe is offering. Monroe was a good fit. The bearing does not appear to be soldered, but unlike the original, it has a cap. I have cleaned and reinstalled the aging foam covers (between this part and the top spring mount (insulator)) if a cover was needed. The top OEM rubber seal is suitable for them. Speaking of the upper spring retainer/isolator, you should probably spring with new ones from Toyota as long as you have everything separate. One of mine was very rusty and the other was in great condition. I had to reinstall the rusty one hoping it would last long enough. You don't know what you'll find when you get there, and the isolators are only $16 each.

Pros
  • Shocks, struts and suspension
Cons
  • Frequency