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Re: Boge Source

Hairy green toads from Mars made Bob D'Amato say:

> Seems that the general consensus here recommends Boge Pro gas or Boge 
> Turbo Gas shocks for my 90 20V. I guess all I need now is to know the 
> difference between the two, and a good source to buy them. What should I 
> expect to pay for a set of fronts?

The Turbo Gas are the "original" model; I had them in my Golf about
10 years ago. They are really excellent (god, I sound like my 10-year-old
daughter).

Some people thought they were a little too stiff, so Boge introduced the
Pro Gas, which are quite similar, but just a tad less harsh. I think they
are both excellent shocks, and you'd be happy with either.

If you really want to get the *best* handling, use the Turbo. If you
want a slightly better ride for the wife and kids, get the Pro.

I have no idea how much they cost these days.


> My dealer said he'd install them *AND* install new wheel bearings up 
> front for $225 labor time.  Not worth getting my hands dirty for that 
> kind of cash. Ive done both jobs before...poo!

I hear 'ya.

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Only my cat shares my opinions, and she hasn't replaced wheel bearings, either.