RE: Replacement shocks for 4KQ

["PAT MARTIN" <MARDKINS@msn.com>]

I would not do the Boge shocks again.  I do not feel that they are performance 
oriented at all.   I can feel the wheels bounce when I am cornering at high 
speed which leads me to believe that I need more dampening. The Koni's from 
what I have heard are a much better shock for performance driving.  I have 
also heard very good things about the Sachs shocks so you might try to get 
some input from someone who has them.  There also is the Spax shocks that Rons 
parts is selling but again I know nothing about them. I think if a more 
controlled ride and high performance I would also get springs at the same 
time.   There are high performance springs that dont lower the car so consider 
them.

Pat Martin
864000csq 2 1/2 cat back, H&R-Boge,advanced and loving it.  Drilled and 
stopping it.  Koenig Cobra 16x7 with AVS Intermediates.
95 subaru legacy awd: so stock it hurts
Bothell,WA
  

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From: 	owner-quattro@coimbra.ans.net on behalf of Mark Hilbush
Sent: 	Friday, June 28, 1996 5:46 AM
To: 	'Quattro List'
Subject: 	Replacement shocks for 4KQ

Getting ready to replace the shocks on my 87 4KQ.  I'll be driving on the 
street
only, but I want a stiffer ride than stock.  Probably won't do the springs 
since
I'm not willing to give up ride height (too many speed bumps, craters, etc.)
I've searched through the archives and found some information, but not enough
for me to make a final decision.

I've come across four brands so far and would appreciate hearing list members
experience.  
Boge: Turbo Gas seem very popular w/ list members, price very reasonable
Koni: those who have em, love em, but $$$$
KYB: alleged stiffer than Boge TG, priced between Boge and Koni
Bilstein: $$$, conflicting stories whether fitment is available for 4KQ
Are there any others that I missed?

TIA,
Mark Hilbush
Baltimore, MD
87 4KCSQ