[urq] Koni vs Bilstein alternative

[Ado Sigal]

Hi all

Providing shafts and seals are OK, alternatively to changing shocks, you can change the oil in the shocks, to match the
springs and the rate of rebound damping. I use 350 ccl per side, of W 20 synthetic fork oil (from motorcycle shop), and
it works perfectly, although on stiffer side. For softer side of rebound, W 15 oil and 450 ccl in volume, works fine.
Works on all WAG struts, and cost wise by far the best solution.

Ado Sigal

Tom Huschilt wrote:
> 
> Hmm,
> 
> Have had the same Koni's (with Eibach's) for 10+ years.  Initially set for
> mid-way stiffness but later increased to full stiff.  Like them alot.  Would
> prefer easier method of adjustment. IMHO.
> 
> But, not too many potholes around here (Southern California).
> 
> Am considering them for the Audi 100.  Maybe I'll do Bilstien's and
> compare...
> 
> Tom
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: urq-bounces+huschilt=ix.netcom.com at audifans.com
> [mailto:urq-bounces+huschilt=ix.netcom.com at audifans.com]On Behalf Of Ben
> Swann
> Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 8:46 AM
> To: bbell at surview.com
> Cc: urq at audifans.com
> Subject: RE: [urq] Koni vs Bilstein
> 
> Sources for best pricing and recommendations for other components for strut
> modification/replacement front and rear please.
> 
> I don't necessarily want to slam my '83 to the ground and ride height seems
> fine to me, so I will likely do struts only - just want a little more
> damping than stock.
> 
> TIA
> 
> Ben
> 
> [From: "Bruce Bell" <bbell at surview.com>
> Subject: RE: [urq] Koni vs Bilstein
> To: "'Brandon Rogers'" <brogers at terrix.com>, <urq at audifans.com>
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> 
> Go with the Bilstein's!  I've used both on my 4kq. The koni's were
> wonderful when new but died within a year. The Bilstein's are smoother
> (but firm) and are still good after 4 years.
> 
> Bruce]
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