Thank you--this link is very helpful!
NM

 

Definitely search on Google for shops that might specialize in Toyotas. Good luck!

 

1st time poster, long time reader from Chicago...

• 2010 RX350, purchased, June 2020, 75k; current mileage, 104,500
• one[1] owner, vehicle serviced, Lexus dealer @ regular intervals
• all parts, RockAuto
• Billy B4 front struts[2], L, 22282668; R, 22282675; $86.99 each
  • cheaper than Billy B6, $134.89, $114.79;[3-day delay] KYB Excel-G, $115.89; Monroe, 72766, $116.79; 65, $120.79, Sachs, $85.99
• KYB, SM5886[2]; $37.99 per mount
• used original bellows
• used original springs; indie shop = $286 strut labor
• MOOG front stabilizer bar end link[2], K90344, $20.89 each
• MOOG front stabilizer bar bushing[1], K200616, $12.90 each
  • indie labor = $44
• Billy B4 rear shocks, 19282862, $59.79 each
  • generally cheaper than Billy B6, KYB, Monroe, Sachs
  • buddy labor = $50
• coolant flush/refill, Toyota 50/50 pink, $32.99; indie labor = $60
• installing later this year, NGK Iridium IX plugs [#6619, $5.82]; back three[3] plug coils [#48726, $57.79]
  • buddy labor = $250; indie quote = $425; Toyota = $640; Lexus = $840?!
• Many thanks for the great RX advice!

 

does the OE nut fit the b6 bilsteins? i went to my local ace and checked out an m14x1.5 but its still 22mm

 

I used an OEM nut
90080-17217

 

awesome thanks!

 

Hello i want to buy shocks but not sure if it all ok. rx350 2010 awd. Shock form toyota ,Bilstein B4 OE Replacement 14-19 Toyota Highlander Rear Twintube Shock Absorber - Black . Not yelow? Front ill change it later maybe KYB or B4. Thanks

 

Fronts have to be from a 2010-2013 Highlander, rears from 2014-2019 Highlander. Don't mix and match brands, either get all KYB or all Bilstein. The B4 (black) are more comfort-oriented, B6 (yellow) are stiffer and sportier.

 

DO NOT get the ExcelG KYB shocks. I installed them last year like a fool after reading some recommendations on here. They were visibly thinner than the originals. They are incredibly comically bad. I have no idea who came up with this advice. I just ordered oems from one of the dealerships, they are branded Hitachi and look and feel a thousand times better.
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Hi Clutchless, I got this from another post of yours where you said it might be a good idea to replace the below. Where can I get these from and for which vehicle that would work for the 2015. rx350

-new front strut mount bearings and only get Toyota ones for durability.
-Maybe replace the strut mounts if you want, and check the strut shaft boots before ordering as they are often ripped.

These are the struts I am ordering

Bilstein 24-282901 Rear B6 Shock Absorber Toyota Highlander
Bilstein 22-282736 Front Right B6 Strut Toyota Highlander
Bilstein 22-282729 Front Left B6 Strut Toyota Highlander

 

You listed links to Shock Warehouse which appears to have most of them in stock. One of the fronts is on backorder at Shock Warehouse but these guys claim to have it https://www.buybrakes.com/bilstein-2...strut-assembly
Or did you already order stuff? I had a difficult time understanding exactly what you were asking.
If it is where else to shop for these, then try Rock Auto, or Summit Racing, or just Google search the part numbers. It may help to call first to confirm if there are actually in stock before ordering online.

As stated in post 233 above and elsewhere:
​​​​​​Fronts have to be from a 2010-2013 Highlander,
Rears from a 2014-2019 Highlander

Are you doing the install or getting a shop to do it? Spring compression is not for beginners as it can be very dangerous and requires the right tools etc. You also have to carefully watch the strut mount orientation when taking them out and putting them back in to the same position as it affects alignment.

 

Thanks for your reply,

I wanted to know where should I get these from and for which vehicle? I'll call around to see if someone can put them on for me. Thanks!

1. New front strut mount bearings: Found these on ebay are they correct? ( OEM 2PCS Front Suspension Support Strut Bearing 90903-63014 Fits Toyota Lexus)

2. The strut shaft boots are ripped as well on both fronts. Will these work on amazon? ( KYB - SB102 Strut boot )

Unfortunately, I placed the order from Shock Warehouse already. Wonder if I can cancel just the one thats on back order. 282736 Front right. and order this from the link you shared. from buybrakes.

 

Just call Shock Warehouse and ask. Then make sure the other guys have it and place an order.

Call around to local independent shops for quotes to do this job. The fronts being struts are more difficult. The rear shocks should just be about 1 hour labor as they just have 2 bolts.
You need an alignment after struts are installed.

The bearing looks correct and the KYB boot should be fine.

 

Thank you.

After speaking to them they said they just got it in stock over the weekend.

Today, I received the rear shocks and put them in and went for a short drive. Not sure how I feel about them.A bit less boat like ride. Which is good.
Can’t wait for the fronts. Driver side front makes a clunk noice every time I change from reverse then forward or vise versa. Big o tire said that front left maybe bent. Hopefully this fixes it. They wanted to charge me 1100 to do the just fronts with quick struts.


I called a few places and one of them said 28 bucks per strut to rebuilt. Just have to take it off the car and take it to them when the new ones come in.

 

That is a great price, and very fair, to swap out the removed struts. If you do this, note the marks on the new and old strut mounts so you install them the same way again. There are 3 bolts and marks on the mount to identify which way it points.
That clunk is more likely from a torn front strut mount or bad bearing.
Are you saying that Big O tires said the front left strut was bent? Or the wheel? Or a control arm? It is rare for the strut to be bent unless in an accident and there would be more damage. You need a more reliable source such as a good independent shop to evaluate. If you need help finding one search this database of shops recommended by listeners of the old car repair radio call in show, Car Talk: Then cross check any potential shops on Google or Yelp for more recent information: https://www.cartalk.com/mechanics-files

If you do remove the front struts yourself be prepared to find the front sway bar links rusted on. They may require to be cut off and replaced. This is common if you are in an area with snow in the winter etc.
Almost any brand name aftermarket sway bar link is okay to use to replace the original OEM ones as you will likely never replace them again.

It takes the shocks & struts a few weeks and hundreds of miles to break in and loosen up a bit to ride normally. Do not make a judgement on the initial ride after installation except to note if there are any signs of improper installation such as clunks, vibrations etc.