Old shocks and struts are shot... going to TRD shocks/struts/springs + swaybar

[SirDigby]

wile you are replacing the front struts you might want to replace the upper bushings and bearings since the only way to replace them is to remove the struts. also, you might want to consider replacing lower control arms at the same time, just so you also have new lower bushings and ball joints too. maybe consider replacing inner/outer tie rods and end links to tighten up steering too.
it's just it's all connected and it's good to replace ALL components at the same time.

[myfirstyota]

Originally Posted by SirDigby

wile you are replacing the front struts you might want to replace the upper bushings and bearings since the only way to replace them is to remove the struts. also, you might want to consider replacing lower control arms at the same time, just so you also have new lower bushings and ball joints too. maybe consider replacing inner/outer tie rods and end links to tighten up steering too.
it's just it's all connected and it's good to replace ALL components at the same time.

Very true. But for me I had to draw the line somewhere. While building my swap, the suspension got the semi royal treatment. Replaced all but strut bearings, top bushings, and tierod ends. Toyota wants $140 each for those top bushings here in canada and the tie rod ends are easy enough to do without taking everything apart.

I do agree though... Good idea to replace what you can while its all apart.

[GrayYaris]

Wow, very impressive odometer reading!

I have a good relationship with the one parts guy at a local Toyota dealer. You may want to shop around at different Toyota dealer parts departments over the phone. See if any of them can match the online price you found. Occasionally my dealer will give me parts at what I assume are commercial prices. I usually don't "haggle" with them, but if it's an expensive part and they know I won't buy it from them unless it's close to the price I can get online, they are understanding.

I would argue that the front struts are an easy job, once the strut assembly is assembled. I recall swapping mine in a 2-3 hours and that's with rusty CNY fasteners. I haven't done any suspension work on the back of my Yaris, but I would believe what others are saying about the sway bar, rear springs and shocks is true- It looks to be super easy to upgrade/swap.

[firebird1999us]

Originally Posted by SirDigby

wile you are replacing the front struts you might want to replace the upper bushings and bearings since the only way to replace them is to remove the struts. also, you might want to consider replacing lower control arms at the same time, just so you also have new lower bushings and ball joints too. maybe consider replacing inner/outer tie rods and end links to tighten up steering too.
it's just it's all connected and it's good to replace ALL components at the same time.

do you have a part number for the upper bearings and bushings/lower bushings and ball joints?