Alright guys I need some advice.
I've done substantial research for struts for the 04-08 GPs and I have a few questions.
1. according to this post, http://www.gpona.com/forums/04-08-gr...ts-t17981.html , I can use front '06 Impala quick struts on my 06 GP Base since no company offers quick struts for 04-08 but using the front Impala quick struts will soften the ride. What I would like to know is will these struts increase or lower ride height? Also, would it be better to use rear quick struts from the '06 Impala as well or should I stay with the GP rears?
2. I also read that I can use the 97-03 front quick struts as long as I use the 97-03 LCA with links and sway bar but the front end will be lower using the 97-03 front quick struts. How much lower will the front be? Will they cause a real stiff ride? I also have the gmpp sways and 97-03 LCA that I took off my 97 GP and plan on installing them regardless which struts I choose.
3. I do not want Monroe or Gabriel. I'm looking for something that will last as long as stock or close to it. I was looking at the KYB strut plus (full assemblies) but some members say they don't last very long. what's the life expectancy of these for a DD? I was thinking about getting OE Delco's all around and swapping the original springs over but what's life expectancy of original springs? What's a good way to test the springs on and off the car? Swapping the springs isn't hard, I just don't wanna have to rip apart the struts 10k miles later cause the springs failed.
4. If I choose to go with OE Delcos and the stock springs are still good, what else should I replace besides the strut mounts?
The car has 103k on it.
Thanks in advance.