Mechanic just called me stating front struts dont fit. I already called KYB (even though I pouchased from Ebay) and they said I got correct part#s. My mechanic only took apart the fronts and said the bolt on the wheellock or something is totally a different shape then the strut. He said my front struts are sealed. My rears are rebuildables.

So, from ebay:
(2) 365092 front shocks, (2) 334125-334126 Rear STRUTS) KYB GR-2 shocks to fit 1994 to 1999 Toyota Celica all models excluding all trac 4WD. T

KYB confirmed these are correct part#s.

My mechanic said since my car is a convertible, sometimes they use different parts. Ad said fits all celicas 94-99 except Altrek.

Mine is a 95 Celica GT Convertible. I also bought Tein Springs already from ebay?

I dont think I can return them. What to do? Install springs without struts? Or just try to sell both of them back on ebay.

jdmwerks13 -KYBS
highperformanceoutlet - Teins Springs

Any advice would be great.

This post has been edited by nitemare: Feb 15, 2007 - 5:14 PM

you have the correct KYBs and congrats, you have the sport suspension.

you would need the strut housings from a non-sport suspension celica to make them work, sorry guy.

the sport suspension has sealed struts and the normal suspension does not.

I have an extra set of front strut housings.. They aren't in the best cosmetic condition but not too shabby. let me know if you need them ill get pics etc.

Im still confused.

What exactly parts do I need to make this work? Do I need more parts for the Rear supension too?
JcBass7- check your PM. I would definately be interested.

Also, I need these parts right away. If someone can overnight them to me or whatever - please pm me with info.

Is this something I can get from a junkyard myself? Thanks for all your help.

This post has been edited by nitemare: Feb 15, 2007 - 6:01 PM

the rears are no problem, just the fronts are your problem.

You are replacing the rear strut housings & rear strut inserts and only the front inserts with the KYBs. So the KYBs will replace the rears completly and the fronts, well, you need non-sealed housings. I really wouldn't be concerned with what the housings look like, just as long as they are normal. I think jcbass7 (Jesse - good guy) is parting out an ST which only came with the normal suspension, so you'll be good to go with his housings.

http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=32056&hl=

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How do I know which cars come with 'normal' suspension? I am guessing all ST models from 94-99 have the front strut housing I need.

You can call a dealership and tell them your VIN number over the phone. They can look it up for you instantly.

also for reference

pic of sealed strut housing (sport suspension)


^^(kamax pics)


and non sealed (using the plyers to get the nut off)



^^(celicaQT pics)

the first pic is what you have and the second 2 are what you want

Great help guys!

Ok. I guess Ill call around Junkyards tomorrow and ask for
"ST front strut housings 94-99 Only.

Safe bet? All I need to do then to get this done. If I cant find any tomorrow -Ill be asking you guys on the forum to buy from,.
My mechanic has it on the lift already - so I need them fast.

Definatly check the yards, you should be able to get them. the sports suspension is rare so even gt housings might be a safe bet but try the ST's first. Like i said if you need these i can get you pics sat and ship monday or even have my dad ship them tomorrow. See what you get at the yard tomorrow if no luck let me know.

This post has been edited by jcbass7: Feb 15, 2007 - 6:46 PM

jcbass7,
I will call some yards today. If I cant find them, Ill let you know.
Thanks.

**My mechanic just called. He said they cut the boot and noticed it was the insert kind and rebuildable. So after all that research, questions - the struts fit. I do not have the infamous sealed sports suspension.

I really appreciate all your help here. You guys really know your stuff!! I cant wait to get my car and check it out. Ill let you know how it turns out.

Also, this ebay user has been a pleasure to work with. I bought my Teins from him. Lowest price too. Responds to emails quick.
highperformanceoutlet

This post has been edited by nitemare: Feb 16, 2007 - 11:44 AM

Maybe this will help ..... check your current serial number in table ....

you will recognize if you have SSS ot not ...





So, from ebay:
(2) 365092 front shocks, (2) 334125-334126 Rear STRUTS) KYB GR-2 shocks to fit 1994 to 1999 Toyota Celica all models excluding all trac 4WD. T

this are not-SSS (first position on table ....)

Check your old should be .....SSS (Super strut sus.) like for st205 GT 4

probably you have :

331019 L and 331018 R

on my old celi i just told mechanic to grind of the corners on the top part where it wont fit into assembly.. then it drops right in.

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But what holds it down after that?

I really have no idea how it is on convertibles.. but on a coupe rear strut comes in 2 pieces. 1 that looks like a strut and a shock that goes inside. Shock can not drop in by itself because on the metal hexagonal plate being too big to drop in. I do not recall my mechanic doing anything special afterwares. he just assembled rest of strut and voila my car was dropped.

Does anybody have an extra set of strut housings they are willing to sell?
Im having a hard time finding celicas in junkyards in miami

I don't know if anyone can help, but I have the Canadian GTS version, which has the sport suspension.

So after reading all of this and reading other threads, something like this one will fit my celica?

http://cgi.ebay.ca/New-KYB-GR-2-Gas-Shocks...1QQcmdZViewItem

334378 Front Right & 334379 Front Left
vs
365092 / Front Right & Left X 2 (insert replacements)

^^^X2

So, what do we do? I have conv.

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Rears are normal on verts. Just fronts you need to worry. Have mechanic take off wheels (or yourself) and find out what type of struts are on it now. See pics here. Then order accordingly.

My mistake was I ordered all 4 without checking first. But luckily they all fit.

Kind of risky there. wont have a car until replacements arrive.