Hello All,
After searching the info on here, I have decided to go with the KYB shocks to replace the stock leaking shocks on my 2010 LS.

Seems like all I can find for my vehicle is the GS-2, but the KYB website also lists a Gas-A-Just they claim improves handling. Are the Gas-a-just's available for the HHR? And does anyone have any experience with them?

Also, if I get the GS-2s I will probably order from Rock Auto. Looks like $27/each. Seems like a good price, but does anyone know of a better one?

 

I have them on my 2006 2lt and Rock Auto is a great place to buy from I have bought from them about 5 stuff for my HHR good prices and delivery.

 

Koni will be the best, and they are adjustable.

KYB does not offer Gas-A-Just for the HHR/Cobalt.

 

Check Ebay and Amazon, sometimes the same price and free shipping. Just search the part number you want, filter lowest price+shipping. Or Autozone get 15% off and a $25 coupon weekends, that got me 2 rear Monroes for $42 + a ATF filter, 4 spark plugs and an oil filter for $25.

 

So on an LS with FE1 (soft ride) suspension you are worrying about rear shocks to improve handling?

One thing I am sure of, when you replace the rear shocks with any brand you will suddenly realize that your front end is in need of help. Mine suddenly got all roll ey, but the parts seem to be in good enough shape that the new parts I got will sit in the garage for another 50,000 miles (6-7 months).

 

For strut-only, without replacing springs or going coilovers, Koni is terrific.