Koni vs Bilstein: A Comprehensive Comparison
I’ve got to hand it to these two. While many other suspension brands outsource to cheap factories, Koni and Bilstein stick to quality in-house manufacturing. This is why they cover more demanding applications, with sports cars and RV shocks at the helm. Newsflash: I...
Safe T Plus vs Roadmaster: 3 Crucial Differences
Let’s be honest. You don’t need to take your RV deep off the beaten path to benefit from a steering stabilizer. Tire blowouts are a thing. Firmer and improved vehicle control contributes to your road safety anywhere. The two market leaders are clear: Safe T Plus vs...
Skyjacker vs Rough Country: Lift Kits, Shocks & Steering Dampers
A few weeks ago we discussed this with a friend who slaps a 6'' lift on every new truck he gets. Why did RC become so popular over the past 15ish years? And why did Skyjacker lose some recognition? We think it’s more about successful marketing than a decline in...
TRQ vs KYB Struts: Which Is Better For What
Over the past ~5 years, TRQ gained some popularity in the entry-level aftermarket suspension niche. Obviously, comparisons to established brands were bound to happen. In this case, we’ll be looking at TRQ vs KYB struts. The main consideration is which KYB struts...
KYB Round-Up: Gas-A-Just vs MonoMax vs Excel G Shocks
You’d be surprised how often I get asked about these three shocks and their differences. I mean, it’s expected - each of them is considered a KYB flagship product. People don’t compare MonoMax to Excel G, they’re too different. However, I do get queries about KYB...
KYB Excel G vs OEM: What’s Actually Better?
I see this question pop up quite frequently: How do KYB’s Excel G shocks or struts compare to OEM suspension? Often, the query comes from the owner of a Japanese car. After all, KYB has been OEM on many Lexus and Toyota gens, as well as some Honda models. Even if your...