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So I am trying different configurations of struts and strut combinations on the different Festivas we own. I just ordered front shocks and mounts for a 2002 Kia Rio (1.5 L engine) where the left and right struts are different. The intent is to use the Kia struts/mounts with Festiva springs. Before I put the new struts and mounts on, did I order the correct struts. Should I have ordered the struts for the 1.3 L? Thanks.
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dont think it matters unless it shows different part numbers. Also get rio brake lines.
I've done this combo on aspire brakes and did not pay attention to engine -
The Rock Auto catalogue list different Struts for the 1.3 and the 1.5. Thanks for the tip on the brake lines.Comment
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I have the 01-02 Rio 1.5L struts with Festy springs and brake lines. The brake lines do not go into the little bracket for them on the strut, hence using Rio lines I guess.
I'd recommend getting gen1 Miata front springs from Rock Auto; they are 140# IIRC. That's what I'm switching to in the spring, and would have done it originally if I'd known more then. You might want to cut them one coil, to maintain a proper ride height. Just saying, I don't know from experience.90 Festy (Larry)--B6M (Matt D. modified B6 head), header, 5-speed, Capri XR2 front brakes, many other little mods
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Sorry I met brake hoses not lines. You can use the Festiva hoses. Like TominMo said just a little tight.
TominMo is the Miata springs heavier or lighter? I reused the Festiva springs. The car sat one inch higher. And it has a harsher ride than I like.Comment
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