rodan Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 I installed the Tokico HTS adjustable struts this weekend. The threaded portion at the top of the front struts is apparently unaltered from the JDM part. The USDM tophat has a thicker bearing, and there is not enough of the threaded portion exposed to fully thread the supplied nut. Details here (scroll down): http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38935&page=11 I will be contacting Tokico sometime this morning.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossodave Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 They fit, just not perfectly right? The nut threads, but not all the way. There are quite a few people driving around with these installed. Please keep us updated with what Tokico says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 Yes, they physically fit, and the nut will thread. All the details are in the other thread. I just wanted folks to know that these are designed for the JDM tophat not the USDM tophat. I couldn't get any response from Tokico yesterday. I don't know if they are closed Mondays, or what. There was no indication on their phone menu, and the website is not working in the 'contact us' area... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rommel Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Do you think the USDM Spec B top hats will fit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Hopefully they will release a updated version. Was really looking forward to how these would perform. Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I guess someone should set up a group buy for Bilstein top hats (same for JDM GT or USDM SpecB). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 From the information I've received the USDM spec B and JDM tophats are the same, but with a given spring, will raise the front ~5/8" as compared to the USDM LGT tophat. So just switching tophats isn't the answer.... Mach V Dan has had these struts (he got the original JDM version) for around a year on USDM LGT tophats. He says has not had issues with the partial threading.... I figured it would bother some folks, wouldn't bother others. I've been keeping a close eye on mine, and no issues so far. I'm very pleased with the performance... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Right, you need Bilstein specific springs (i.e short) in addition to Bilstein tophats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mckman Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I just received the Tokicos to go with a set of H&R springs and this thread has me a bit worried about the install, although no one has reported a major problem once installed (although I agree that a perfect fit would make me feel more comfortable). Is it the thickness of the spherical bearing in the USDM tophats that is the problem?? Doesn't seem like the spring length or tophat thickness matter in this case other than for ride height. Thanks, Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 Is it the thickness of the spherical bearing in the USDM tophats that is the problem?? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBlueGT Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Is it the thickness of the spherical bearing in the USDM tophats that is the problem?? The regular USDM bearing is smaller and thicker where the bolt goes through. The Bilstein top hat has a lot bigger bearing, but where the bolt goes through is comparatively thin. Doesn't seem like the spring length or tophat thickness matter in this case other than for ride height. Yep, just ride height really. Full tune of 68HTA, KSTech 73 MAF, Racer X FMIC and ID1000s................by the DataLog Mafia!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mckman Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Thanks for the clarification LittleBlueGT. I guess there is a reason behind the minor parts differences between JDM, Spec B, and USDM, but they really are a pain in the ass sometimes. At least as far as I can tell from the other posts the bolts seem to be staying in place. Hope to have the Tokico's installed soon. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 I just spoke with someone in sales at Tokico, apparently the "tech" guy is on vacation 'till tomorrow. His response to this was basically, "duh...um...I don't know anything about any of that stuff...um..." I guess I'll try the tech guy tomorrow. Hopefully he knows something about their products... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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