Date:         Fri, 21 Feb 2003 11:25:15 +1100
Reply-To:     Steve Overmyer <s.overmyer@UWS.EDU.AU>
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From:         Steve Overmyer <s.overmyer@UWS.EDU.AU>
Subject:      Re: Shocks again, Koni adjustable
In-Reply-To:  <200302202039.h1KKdXU17376@cooper.uws.edu.au>
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At 03:35 PM 20/02/2003 -0500, you wrote:
>From:    "Steve@EuroCampers.com" <Steve@EUROCAMPERS.COM>
>Subject: Shocks again, Koni adjustable
>
>We just received a set of Koni Red adjustable shocks.  I received 1 set for
>Vanagon, and 1 set for EuroVan.  I just finished installing the EuroVan set
>on my Weekender.
>
>I'm interested in comments from anyone that is currently using these.  This
>shipment came from Holland, and as far as I know Koni NA does not offer
>these.

   Steve et al,

   I have run Koni adjustable shocks on my '92 Transporter for over 100,000kms
   now.Ever since the originals were past their prime.
   Best shocks I have ever had...Bilstein handling but a smoother ride IMO...
   Shocks still going strong and are re-buildable when/if the time comes
sometime
   down the track...

   I also had a set on my '76 Double Cab for a similar amount of miles and they
   were excellent on that vehicle too.

   The T4 Double Cab will also get a set when the time comes but it only has
   28,000kms on it now so I'll have a while to wait until the originals need
   replacing.

   BTW,what stiffness setting did you select before fitting? The instructions
   suggest starting on the softest setting (1 of 5 settings from soft to
stiff) but
   I've  always found going straight to No3 setting was the go...
   I never re-adjusted the old Double Cab,3 always seemed good but I have
   since upped the T3 to the stiffest setting.Great handling and still not a
   harsh ride...

   Cheers,
   Steve O
   NSW Australia
   '92 Transporter WBX Kombi
   '68 Beetle
   '00 Transporter 5Cyl Double Cab
   '03 Transporter 5Cyl Double Cab (work truck)