My '98 with new tires

I just put new Uniroyal Tiger Paw Touring tires (235/55R17) on the Riv. Looks and rides much better now. In fact there was a noise in the suspension (strut bearings I think) that has disappeared when cornering. Not sure why, but a nice bonus!
Next project will be struts. I was considering the Monroe Quick Strut but am not sure if I want to after reading this thread: https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t9615-monroe-quick-strut-complete-strut-assembly

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peakwynn wrote:

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Congrats on the new rubber  

You can't beat those tires for the price. I install those on a lot of our used cars here at work. I've actually got the GTZ-ZR version of those on my car now. They ride nice, and they're quiet.

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peakwynn wrote:

I just put new Uniroyal Tiger Paw Touring tires (235/55R17) on the Riv. Looks and rides much better now. In fact there was a noise in the suspension (strut bearings I think) that has disappeared when cornering. Not sure why, but a nice bonus!
Next project will be struts. I was considering the Monroe Quick Strut but am not sure if I want to after reading this thread: https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t9615-monroe-quick-strut-complete-strut-assembly

DONT YOU DARE GET THE MONROES. YOU WILL REGRET IT. MUAHAHHAHA.

 

Get the KYBs and enjoy.

Don't get the Monroes. You already found the thread. They decided the Quick Strut for some other models would apply to the Riv, and it doesn't. Wrong spring rate.

Lookin good brother... and I'd suggest the KYBs. I have a pair and have loved them ever since install about a year ago

Very nice looking Riv you have there, Pat.
I have very similar rims on my 3000GT.
How many miles on your car?

I got her with 107,000 km (about 66,000 miles). Great shape. just got it 3 weeks ago so only a few miles since.

ghpcnm wrote:

Very nice looking Riv you have there, Pat.
I have very similar rims on my 3000GT.
How many miles on your car?

Thanks for the advice. I'm glad I found this forum. I would've been very disappointed if I installed the Quick Struts and found the ride height too high. The beauty of the Riviera is that it is low and long. too high would look bad.

deekster_caddy wrote:

Don't get the Monroes. You already found the thread. They decided the Quick Strut for some other models would apply to the Riv, and it doesn't. Wrong spring rate.

Thanks. Too bad they can't get it right at Monroe. I forwarded the link to their website and asked if they plan on addressing the problem. Will post their response....

deekster_caddy wrote:

Don't get the Monroes. You already found the thread. They decided the Quick Strut for some other models would apply to the Riv, and it doesn't. Wrong spring rate.

Thanks! I'm leaning toward new OEM GM Struts and original springs. I don't want to take a chance on a improper ride height. Thoughts?.....

ZEP wrote:

Lookin good brother... and I'd suggest the KYBs. I have a pair and have loved them ever since install about a year ago

peakwynn wrote:

Thanks! I'm leaning toward new OEM GM Struts and original springs. I don't want to take a chance on a improper ride height. Thoughts?.....

ZEP wrote:

Lookin good brother... and I'd suggest the KYBs. I have a pair and have loved them ever since install about a year ago

 You can't go wrong with OEM, in my opinion, unless you're wanting some kind of high performance track suspension.

BTW Monroe still makes an excellent strut. I have no problem with those. Just don't get the Quick Strut unless they give the Riv it's own part number.