Camry 97

[yotatechie04]

In the Haynes manual, the "strut assembly" is the exact same thing as the strut tower. But Toyota techs refer to it as the top of the strut (under the hood where it bolts down to the unibody).

[mrtwo]

so, it is definitely easier to change the whole thing. Can anyone recommend a good brand?

Update: Just did a search online, it looks like strut assembly only includes those parts under the coil spring. It does not include the strut mount.

[yotatechie04]

Yes, definitely easier to change the whole tower. The strut mount, coil spring, and everything else are included in the "strut tower". Where did you find such information? I can't really recommend a good brand off the bat, although I can tell you to stay away from anything that sounds cheap.

[AJ236]

I would be interested in a decent brand also. The right front is shot! The left went a quarter turn and feels pretty tight. But the right. It feels like it is stripped, or wont tighten anymore.

[Brian R.]

If you are going to keep the car for a while, go with Toyota parts. You get what you pay for in struts.

[mrtwo]

Where can i get toyota parts? Only at dealer?

[mrtwo]

Originally Posted by yotatechie04

Yes, definitely easier to change the whole tower. The strut mount, coil spring, and everything else are included in the "strut tower". Where did you find such information? I can't really recommend a good brand off the bat, although I can tell you to stay away from anything that sounds cheap.

http://www.autopartsimport.com/toyot...226___KYB.html

Is KYB a good brand?

[JPad4]

I have KYB on my '00 LE. I'm happy with them. Tokico is good too but you'll be paying a premium for Tokico's.

[yotatechie04]

KYB is a pretty good brand, Tokico is great, but you will most definitely pay out the a$$ for them...