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Old 03-15-08, 02:58 PM
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Default SC400: Price on used coilovers?

Hey guys,

I have a 93 SC400 with front shocks that are slightly leaking. I was quoted almost $900 parts and labor to replace the front shocks, so I am thinking I should install a used set of coilovers instead, since I also want to lower my SC.

How much should I expect to pay for a used set of decent coilovers? How many hours of labor is actually required to install them?

Thanks for the help guys
Old 03-15-08, 03:23 PM
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check supra forums for coilovers or ill sell u my tein ha for 650.00
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Originally Posted by t70 supra
check supra forums for coilovers or ill sell u my tein ha for 650.00
Will any coilovers from a MKIV Supra fit on an SC400?

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yes sir 93-02supras
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Search. Coilovers don't take too long to install.
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its not too bad..i know its not the sc, but i did my 240 alone, in my driveway, with 2 jacks and 2 jackstands....took about 3 hours, but i was alone and ran into a few problems
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It took me 2 hours to install my Stance COs, 1 hour to get all my airtools out, 30 minutes to clean up..... It is very easy....
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No doubt.. Mine took me 4 hours and I basically built custom coilovers. Easy really.

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+1 for do-it-yourselfers
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hey i forgot i still have my stock front struts u can have them for free just pay shipping and paypal fees pm me for mo in40
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^^ nice guy, id jump all over that
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Originally Posted by -MILTDOG-
It took me 2 hours to install my Stance COs, 1 hour to get all my airtools out, 30 minutes to clean up..... It is very easy....
im with this guy. super easy to do.

i would honestly not get used coilovers because you dont know what condition they are in unless you buy them from a friend. if they blow and you rebuild them it will cost more then a brand new set. i had a chance to buy some tein coilovers for cheap but id rather have a peace of mind. thats why im getting stance closer towards summer.
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5spd jzz are u comming to ge ur bumber
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