Uprating suspension (Another one)
Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2014 1:39 pm
Hi all,
I've got hold of some red Koni adjustables for the front and am now thinking of uprating my suspension.
I also have some rusty KYB rear shocks. They work but I doubt that they'll pass an MOT, as on one of them near enough the entire sleeve has rusted away.
I was looking at replacing these with Bilstein B4's but on having seen the price for a set of rears, more than double the price of a set of rear KYB's. I also believe that the top mount on the Bilstein's is too large for the bolt and can lead to knocking.
I want to drop to 30mm and have found a set of Lesjofors for not so stupid money.
So the reason for this topic is, I want an opinion on how firm this would make the ride, there are a lot of speed mountains around where I live. (Yes I mean mountains, I measured one to be a foot high with a steep incline) I guess I'll find out if the car will clear them.
Also do the Bilstein's really justify the price?
I've got hold of some red Koni adjustables for the front and am now thinking of uprating my suspension.
I also have some rusty KYB rear shocks. They work but I doubt that they'll pass an MOT, as on one of them near enough the entire sleeve has rusted away.
I was looking at replacing these with Bilstein B4's but on having seen the price for a set of rears, more than double the price of a set of rear KYB's. I also believe that the top mount on the Bilstein's is too large for the bolt and can lead to knocking.
I want to drop to 30mm and have found a set of Lesjofors for not so stupid money.
So the reason for this topic is, I want an opinion on how firm this would make the ride, there are a lot of speed mountains around where I live. (Yes I mean mountains, I measured one to be a foot high with a steep incline) I guess I'll find out if the car will clear them.
Also do the Bilstein's really justify the price?