Leaky rear shock

[Westy]

Last weekend while doing my haldex oil/filter i spotted one of my rear shocks has a small leak and thought I might as well look to upgrade them.

What shocks are the favourites with you lot?

 

[Westy]

Sorry I should have done a few searches first!

I think i'll go with the Bilstein B8's. I've found them at demon tweaks for around £250 for fronts and backs. Anyone know anywhere cheaper?

 

[themanthatcan]

Sorry I should have done a few searches first!

I think i'll go with the Bilstein B8's. I've found them at demon tweaks for around £250 for fronts and backs. Anyone know anywhere cheaper?

That sounds far too cheap for both the front and the back!! They're normally between £450 and £500 for the 4. I've got a feeling the prices you're seeing on Demon Tweeks are per shock, not for a pair.

**EDIT** Yep..see this bit on the website:

PLEASE NOTE DAMPERS ARE SOLD SINGULARLY AND ARE PRICED AS EACH

Andy

 

[S3 Paul]

Get koni fsd they ride well and stiffen as you push harder.

 

[jojo]

Get koni fsd they ride well and stiffen as you push harder.

And raise the car by 10mm.

 

[S3 Paul]

Eh??
Surely the springs control the ride hight?
I havent had these but have been told by both companys and people with them that its a very nice compromise between comfort and handeling?

 

[Westy]

That sounds far too cheap for both the front and the back!! They're normally between £450 and £500 for the 4. I've got a feeling the prices you're seeing on Demon Tweeks are per shock, not for a pair.

**EDIT** Yep..see this bit on the website:



Andy

Oh pants, I'd best start saving then

 

[mattyboy199]

i wouldnt worry about the leaking shocks, jabbasport told me that it is not a major issue.

Just think on the bright side your ride height maybe lower ;-)