ivantruckman Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I have my 86 gl 2 inch lift , and 15 inch steel chevy redrill rims . it has 205 65 15 tires , i just put new front struts , and new rear struts , the front left is blown leaking oil . and the right rear is the same , im stumped, the factory struts lasted longer. the front are gabreil brand . and the rear are kyb. . i drive dirt roads daily , im carefull not to hit massive potholes at high speeds . im at a loss as to what I should do.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikaleda Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 (edited) That has to be covered, I would take the blown ones bAck even though its a PITA Edited May 8, 2013 by mikaleda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numbchux Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Sounds like manufacturer defect. I haven't been terribly impressed with Gabriels as far as longevity is concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 ... im stumped, the factory struts lasted longer. the front are gabreil brand . and the rear are kyb. . ... The Rear Shock absorbers are Weak, in my Own opinion... I Drive my 2" Lifted "BumbleBeast" with 15" Wheels also, in a mixed driving, 60% on City (During Week days) and 40% Offroading (on Weekends) with the Following Setup: ~► http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/106807-improved-shock-absorbers-and-spring-coils-on-loyales/ Since many years ago, without issues. Kind Regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivantruckman Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 thanks Jes zek I have bent struts before , and I think ill try Kyb gas struts in the future . they do have a lifetime warranty . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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