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Shock absorbers
Has antbody figured out how to fit bilstein shocks to an SVX?
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Re: Shock absorbers
Never mind, I've figured out how to do it..
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Re: Shock absorbers
Please share!
I'm trying to decide what to do the next time I replace my shocks. I've got AMR shocks on one SVX, and stock on the other. Was it hard getting the bilstein's on? |
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Re: Shock absorbers
I haven't actually done it.
Bilstein doesn't make shocks/struts for the SVX, but they do make 'em for the WRX, and turns out that the WRX stuff can be installed on the SVX with a bit of fiddle. I say again, I haven't actually done this, I read about it on the internet, it must be true... |
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Re: Shock absorbers
K-Staff in Japan has two Bilstein solutions:
1) Inserts into OEM strut casing 2) Full coilovers Both bolt in. You will have to try their web page.
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Re: Shock absorbers
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1997 Bordeaux Pearl, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 3.2 6MT, 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350, 2018 BMW 640i GT Xdrive, 2012 Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V, Last edited by Blacky; 05-04-2018 at 04:34 AM. |
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Re: Shock absorbers
Been wishing I could speak Japanese for near a week now, still no go..
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Re: Shock absorbers
I ended up using Koni inserts with the following Zoom lowering srprings - dropped about 1.5" to 2"
https://www.jauce.com/auction/w230490678
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1995 LSI, Added the following - Gear Firm-Up unit (that I sell) together with Power TCU ROM & Power switch, K&N air filter, SVX side badges (USA type), Rear Deck Blower (JDM type), Side front markers (USA type), Side rear markers (USA type), Middle rear light (USA type), USA OEM Fog Lights fitted into NZ OEM glass (NZ OEM headlights had only reflectors fitted) Full set of yellow (90SH) Polish bushes includes 15 min mod, R1 Concepts drilled/slotted/gold finish rotors & Red covered braided brake lines (both from Dayle at Motorsport warehouse), EBC Redstuff brake pads. Full SVX bra (only used for shows). Koni adjustable inserts fitted inside OEM strut body, Zoom lowering springs (2" lower), OEM headlight washers fitted. Last edited by SURTEESS; 05-06-2018 at 08:47 PM. |
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Re: Shock absorbers
I don't think spring rate or sagging is the problem with my car, I think the struts alone are the problem.
I live 20 miles up a mountain am very experienced mountain driver. One local tricky bit is approach to a local bridge, closing downhill right turn, final twist is narrow bridge entrance while turn continues to close. Transition from downhill to flat, pavement goes from asphalt to cement, at about 7/10 the SVX crashes down on all 4 corners. (the one time I tried it). Yet in "normal" driving, where suspension uses maybe 2/3 of it's travel, everything is fine. I suspect OEM shocks have lost pressure... |
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