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  1. #1 Best bang for buck for replacement struts on 2002 GTP? 
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    I need struts on my 2002 GTP with 137k miles because the right one is hopping when I hit anything rough. Not sure what else is wrong with it, but the boot has separated from the shock. I've found a number of replacement parts, but don't want to change my ride height or spring rate (nor break the bank). What about these from ZZP:

    Drop in Strut/Spring Combo – ZZPerformance

    Or this kit from Am Autoparts?:

    2000 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 8 Piece Set Suspension Kit - AM-740055916 at AM Autoparts
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    These are the best bang for your buck struts and are recommended by lots of people in the 3800 community.

    These would be the fronts:
    Amazon.com: KYB SR4002 Strut Plus Complete Corner Unit Assembly: Automotive

    You would also need for the rears:
    KYB-SR4003 & KYB-SR4004

    Amazon says about 353$ with free prime shipping. (If you dont have prime you can sign up for free trial)

    Ive heard only bad things about Zzp and Monroe quick struts

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    So KYG recommends their Excell-G struts for the GTP application, which is what ZZP is selling complete for $299. Are the SR4xxx series an upgrade? They're certainly a lot more expensive. Not sure how you came up with $353, since each strut is over $100 each, unless that was for fronts only.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Garandpa View Post
    So KYG recommends their Excell-G struts for the GTP application, which is what ZZP is selling complete for $299. Are the SR4xxx series an upgrade? They're certainly a lot more expensive. Not sure how you came up with $353, since each strut is over $100 each, unless that was for fronts only.

    Correction: ZZP has KYG Excel-G struts pictured in their ad, but ships Monroe struts.
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    I went with these struts and I could not be happier. My GTP rides like new! I also replace the Lower Control arms with Moog LCA's as well as the torsion bar links.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Garandpa View Post
    I went with these struts and I could not be happier. My GTP rides like new! I also replace the Lower Control arms with Moog LCA's as well as the torsion bar links.
    That is to say, I went with the KYG struts recomended by Suitercrew. Easy install and great feel on the road.
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