Which struts would be satisfactroy for my drop?

[DaksGT]

I am currently using the Eibach sportlines they are a 1.8' front drop and a 2.4" rear drop, I feel that my stcok shocks are shot.
I know the obvious answer would be konis but is the drop even too much for them? Am I best getting off getting a custom job done? If so what am I looking at as far as specs etc...
Once again thanx for ur time guys.

[erok]

TRD now sells shocks and struts that work with their lowering springs and would probably work with yours. KYB has their AGX adjustable shocks and struts out now too. Check your Toyota dealer and/or a KYB vendor. Tirerack.com sells KYB on line. No need to think about custom stuff unless you're really into it.

[DaksGT]

Originally posted by erok
TRD now sells shocks and struts that work with their lowering springs and would probably work with yours. KYB has their AGX adjustable shocks and struts out now too. Check your Toyota dealer and/or a KYB vendor. Tirerack.com sells KYB on line. No need to think about custom stuff unless you're really into it.
I am aware of those but this is a "severe" drop and I don't think the TRD's can handle this.

[nxracer]

2.8"? I doubt it will ever handle well without custom dampers

The KYB AGX's are not designed for lowered cars

From the Koni web page
Q: How far can I safely lower my car?
A: KONIs are designed to fit standard height cars and can work with lowered cars as long as they don't bottom out internally and become damaged. Unlike some shocks, KONIs are not position sensitive so they will work properly anywhere in their stroke range providing they are not bottoming or topping out. Different vehicle suspension designs have different stroke travels but a good rule of thumb is that most vehicles can be lowered acceptably about 1 1/2 inches, beyond that the possibility of bottoming increases rapidly although some longer stroke cars can go lower. Most vehicles are equipped with bump stops to keep the shocks and springs from bottoming out. When lowering a vehicle be sure to reuse your bump stops as they are cheap insurance to avoid bottoming damage. Remember also that severely lowered vehicles typically also have a negative effect on suspension geometry, ride quality and handling, and tire and suspension part wear.

From Shox.com
Q.How far can I lower my car?
A. Most cars it's 30mm to 50mm.(One to two inches). We only sell the most reputable manufacturers to ensure safe, reliable products that won't damage other suspension components. Some manufacturers have listings for "race" springs which may be lower, harsher riding, and harder on the vehicles other components.

[DaksGT]

Originally posted by nxracer
2.8"? I doubt it will ever handle well without custom dampers

The KYB AGX's are not designed for lowered cars

From the Koni web page
Q: How far can I safely lower my car?
A: KONIs are designed to fit standard height cars and can work with lowered cars as long as they don't bottom out internally and become damaged. Unlike some shocks, KONIs are not position sensitive so they will work properly anywhere in their stroke range providing they are not bottoming or topping out. Different vehicle suspension designs have different stroke travels but a good rule of thumb is that most vehicles can be lowered acceptably about 1 1/2 inches, beyond that the possibility of bottoming increases rapidly although some longer stroke cars can go lower. Most vehicles are equipped with bump stops to keep the shocks and springs from bottoming out. When lowering a vehicle be sure to reuse your bump stops as they are cheap insurance to avoid bottoming damage. Remember also that severely lowered vehicles typically also have a negative effect on suspension geometry, ride quality and handling, and tire and suspension part wear.

From Shox.com
Q.How far can I lower my car?
A. Most cars it's 30mm to 50mm.(One to two inches). We only sell the most reputable manufacturers to ensure safe, reliable products that won't damage other suspension components. Some manufacturers have listings for "race" springs which may be lower, harsher riding, and harder on the vehicles other components.
Thank you so it looks like th Konis are the way to go, the drop isn't like advertised its around 1.5 at the front and 2 at the back.
Once again thnx NX

[DaksGT]

And I guess getting new bump stops since I cut these is a must correct?