On 12 Mar 2008 at 19:11, Mike S <mikes@FLATSURFACE.COM> wrote: > Konis are adjustable, which is useful on a Westy, since you need them > stiffer to start. (No one makes Westy/non-Westy specific shocks.) > Adjustability also helps over time, as the shocks wear. Any tips on where to find them? Looks like they are about $425/set vs $300/set for the Bilstein HDs. > I have also heard anecdotal evidence that getting the lifetime warranty > honored is MUCH easier with Koni than with Bilstein. This is interesting... since I'm replacing my KYB 'lifetime warranty' units, which I can't get warrantied due to the dealer closing up. (Bowwow).
Shawn Wright http://members.shaw.ca/vwdiesels '88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed '85 Jetta Diesel 1.6NA |
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