Koni install

[Russsho]

Has anyone here cut their struts to install Koni inserts? I'm assuming it's relatively strightforward, and I could use my mitre saw with an abrasive blade on it.

Do you have to use the stock Motorcraft housings, or can I hack up my Tockicos?

 

[shomesomesho]

I used a grinder with a metal cutting disc.

 

[Shoaz]

I used a pipe cutter.

 

[Todd TCE]

Cut it as absolutely close to the top as you can. Despite the numbers on the paper. You can always grind it later. More meat up top will assure you of no rattle with the knurled top pulled fimly into the housing. All done; the top if completely flush.

 

[notoriusart]

good post todd..

 

[NotSoSlowSHO]

here is a how-to a quick google search found. Not SHO specific, but it should give you an idea.

http://www.roadraceengineering.com/3g/howto/3gkoniinfo.htm

They did it how I would do it.... with a 14" metal cutoff saw

 

[SHObill]

Russ, you can not use Tokico housings as they have a threaded section at the top. They use a big nut & washer to hold the Tokico insert in. Call me please, We need to talk!

 

[Racer X]

Ok, so you can't do this with Tokico's, how about with KYB's... is that an option?

 

[Russsho]

Russ, you can not use Tokico housings as they have a threaded section at the top. They use a big nut & washer to hold the Tokico insert in. Call me please, We need to talk!

That's what I was afraid of. Anyone got some old stock struts taking up space in their garage?

 

[AREA 91]

Ok, so you can't do this with Tokico's, how about with KYB's... is that an option?

No

Koni inserts do not fit into KYB housings.

 

[K-Dawg]

People have installed them in Tokico housings.

 

[tracy_s_1993_atx]

I installed the Koni Adjustable strut inserts into the Tokico housings. I did not have to cut anything. I only had to drill the 14 mm hole for the retaining screw. I cannot speak for the rear struts as they are still Tokico's. The inserts fit rither tightly and I felt that I did not require the supplied "fit ring" that comes with the Koni inserts.

If you are replacing the Tokico's, try to send them back for a refund. I sent mine back and received a full refund as I still had the original paperwork that stated that the Tokico inserts are lifetime warranty. I purchased my TOkico's from SHOX.com and they handled the warranty return to Tokico.

Later,
Michael

 

[RAYJAY]

I used a pipe cutter.

+!
pipe cutter also