Re: Aftermarket shocks for 91 200 TQ

["Jeremy J. Walters" <jjwjr@ix.netcom.com>]

David Tong wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I am looking for some performance shocks to go with the stock springs on
> my 91 200 TQ. I have look at the following 3 different shocks :
> 
> Bilstein HD - This would be ideal for me. Great handling and reliable but
> expensive. It would cost me almost $700.
> 
> Koni - Good handling and price is reasonable but reliability might be a
> problem. I go a quote of $450 for the whole set.
> 
> Boge ProGas - Decent handling and very good price ($300). The only
> problem is the place I called (New Dimensions) told me that the rear
> shocks only come with the stock set up which is hydraulic instead of ProGas.
> I actually made an order for this but cancelled it after they got back to
> me with the rear setup info.
> 
> My questions are does the ProGas really comes with the rear hydraulic
> for this car (I know one of the 91 200 TQ owners on the list got it
> before) and does anyone know where to get the Bilstein for a better
> price than I got. Any comments and recommendations are welcome.
> 
>         Thank You
>         David Tong
Try RD Enterprises in San Diego.  They also go by ASI.  Advertised in
EC.
Good Luck!

Jeremy Walters
San Ramon, CA