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Replacing the front struts / shock absorbers

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Started by elnevio, Jul 20 2016 03:39 PM
HSG struts shock absorbers suspension

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elnevio
Posted 20 July 2016 - 03:39 PM

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Hi guys

 

One of my front shocks is leaking so is an MoT advisory.  I obviously want to replace it asap, but my question is, is it best to replace both front struts as a pair?  It seems to be the common sense option.

 

My alternative is to import a set of the KYB SR Special shocks all round and a set of RSR springs from Japan, but that may be a touch pricey for my liking! :ph34r:

 

TIA!


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Posted 21 July 2016 - 09:29 PM

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Whats MoT? May as well replace both and wheel align it once

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Posted 22 July 2016 - 12:24 AM

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Pommy version of RWC ^
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Posted 22 July 2016 - 12:40 AM

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Ahh, cheers man,

Could use evo 7-9 fronts too, just another option

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Posted 22 July 2016 - 04:38 AM

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If the other shock is the original then I would replace both.

 

Having a new shock on one side and the other being 20 years old wouldn't be ideal for handling.


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Posted 22 July 2016 - 05:17 AM

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Would be like having two fat chicks on one side of the car!!
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Posted 22 July 2016 - 06:59 AM

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I have an EVO III setup with Springs in an RVR I am parting out... PM me if your interested.


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elnevio
Posted 16 August 2016 - 09:05 PM

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Just ordered a pair of replacement KYB shocks in the end.  Going down the standard route, I was always going to change them as a pair, but just wondered really whether it was essential (like discs/pads) or just highly recommended.  I'm a fan of symmetry on both the RVR and the Legnum, such as I always replace all four tyres at the same time - getting a puncture in one when they have worn down a few mm is my worst nightmare! :o


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