Re: Boge/Apex for 5kTQ, thanks

[Luis Marques <marques@ti.com>]

> Well, thanks for all the help I got from the list on this one.  I have
> decided to go with Apex springs (thanks Graydon) and the Boge struts.
> Still not sure whether to go with Turbo Gas or Pro Gas though.  I do
> appreciate the help though.  I will let you all know how the swap goes
> and the results.

James:

Keep in mind that Boge Pro-Gas Shocks don't have constant damping, but
it's a function of the piston location.  Around the center of the shock
(corresponding to stock ride height) they are very forgiving for a
comfortable ride.  As the piston moves away from this area, the shock
gets harder for less body roll and more control during transitions and
cornering.  This should work very well with cars with the stock ride
height, but could result in very harsh or weird handling in lowered
cars.  OTOH, Turbo Gas dampers are not as stiff as the pro-gas are
outside of the "comfort zone" but have the same damping regardless of
the location of the piston.
HTH

Luis Marques
'87 4kcsq