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General => Cosmetic and bodywork matters => Topic started by: andrew.0 on 22 April 2012, 14:15

Title: Shocks and Springs - Prices and advice
Post by: andrew.0 on 22 April 2012, 14:15: Hello all

My 20v 1.8t has just passed its m.o.t needing new front shocks, so i though why not lower is at the same time.

I have seen a set of shocks and lowering springs for £280 (apex, ebay).

Could anyone advise me whether they thinks it is worth investing in adjustable springs or whether apex (or another suggested brand) would be suitable?

And wether ebay will do the trick?
Title: Re: Shocks and Springs - Prices and advice
Post by: dantheman6554 on 23 April 2012, 13:45: You could pick up a set of FK coilovers for less than that, they'd last you a good while and offer more adjustment, try ebay or awesome for a price

Dan
Title: Re: Shocks and Springs - Prices and advice
Post by: Wayne on 23 April 2012, 13:49: Unless you looking to slam it then stick with a spring / shock kit much better bet than cheap coilovers.
Title: Re: Shocks and Springs - Prices and advice
Post by: andrew.0 on 25 April 2012, 11:07: how much would i be looking at if i want some with adjustment ? i would rather not put a cheepo pair on!

Thanks chaps!
Title: Re: Shocks and Springs - Prices and advice
Post by: scarr89 on 25 April 2012, 21:59: Quote from: andrew.0 on 25 April 2012, 11:07
how much would i be looking at if i want some with adjustment ? i would rather not put a cheepo pair on!

Thanks chaps!

Springs and shocks are non adjustable. Coilovers are, so you'd have to decide which you want. A cheapo pair of coilies would cost you £200ish, a decent pair £350-400. A good shocks and spring set up about £200-300 quid I'd say, check the classifieds, always loads going in there!